Davoren Park (SA)

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Demographic statistics compiled by Districts for the surrounding district, combined with recent address audits, indicate the suburb of Davoren Park has a population of approximately 8,000 as of May 2026. This represents a gain of 1,608 people (25.2%) compared to the 2021 Census, which recorded 6,392 residents. The figure is derived from an estimated resident count of 7,883 established by Districts using the ABS June 2025 ERP release, supplemented by 247 validated new addresses identified after the census. The resulting density stands at 2,469 persons per square kilometer, placing the locality in the highest quarter of all Australian areas assessed. The growth rate of 25.2% since the 2021 census outpaced both the wider Greater Adelaide region and the state average of 7.5%, establishing the locality as a regional leader in expansion. Natural increase was the main contributor, accounting for roughly 42.0% of the overall population gains, though positive contributions were also recorded from net overseas and interstate migration.

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Davoren Park features a mixed employment base that includes both white and blue collar jobs, with manufacturing and industry holding a strong presence. The area recorded an unemployment rate of 17.7% and an estimated employment growth of 1.7% over the previous year, according to Districts aggregation of statistical area data. By March 2026, there were 2,802 residents employed, and the local unemployment rate stood at 13.9%, which exceeds the Greater Adelaide rate of 3.8%, indicating potential for improvement. Workforce participation also falls well below the regional average, at 54.1% versus Greater Adelaide's 66.6%. Census data shows that only 3.2% of residents worked from home, although the effects of Covid-19 lockdowns should be taken into account.

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Tax statistics compiled by Districts for the 2023 financial year show that the suburb of Davoren Park has income levels below the national average. The median taxpayer income is $38,208 and the average taxpayer income is $41,645, which contrasts with Greater Adelaide averages of $54,808 and $66,852 respectively. Adjusting these figures for a Wage Price Index increase of 10.17% since the 2023 financial year yields estimated values of approximately $42,094 for the median and $45,880 for the average as of March 2026. According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes all place between the 1st and 2nd percentiles nationally. Within the local earnings bracket, 34.0% of residents (2,720 individuals) earn between $800 - 1,499 weekly, whereas the broader metropolitan area is dominated by the - bracket at . Lower incomes translate to widespread household budget constraints, with of households managing on weekly incomes under . Consequently, affordability challenges are pronounced, leaving residents with just of their income after housing costs, which ranks at the rd percentile nationally.

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The local housing stock at the time of the last Census consisted of 70.0% standalone houses and 30.0% alternative formats such as townhouses, units, and other dwellings, compared to 75.2% houses and 24.9% other structures across metropolitan Adelaide. Home ownership rates in the suburb of Davoren Park trail the wider city at 20.8%, with mortgaged properties accounting for 31.8% and rental properties representing 47.4%. Typical monthly mortgage costs of $945 were substantially lower than the Adelaide average of $1,562, and weekly rent costs were recorded at $250 compared to the metropolitan average of $320. On a national level, mortgage outlays are significantly below the Australian average of $1,863, and typical rents are well below the national level of $375.

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Families make up 63.7% of all households in the suburb of Davoren Park, consisting of 20.9% couples with children, 16.1% couples without children, and 24.6% single parents. The remaining 36.3% are non-family households, with lone person households representing 30.7% and group households comprising 5.4%. The average household size is 2.5 people, aligning with the Greater Adelaide average.

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The suburb of Davoren Park exhibits low rates of higher education, with university qualification rates at 5.9% compared to the national average of 30.4%, highlighting a clear need for targeted educational support. Bachelor degrees account for the largest share at 4.3%, with postgraduate degrees at 0.9% and graduate diplomas at 0.7%. Vocational education is more prevalent, with 36.4% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 6.1% and certificates at 30.3%.

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Analysis of local transit options shows 44 active passenger stops within the suburb of Davoren Park, linking train and bus networks. These facilities are served by 11 separate routes that run a combined 731 passenger services weekly. Accessibility is high, with the average home situated 175 meters from a transit stop. Commuter patterns reflect the residential nature of the area, with 90% of residents driving to work and 5% utilizing buses. Vehicle ownership stands at 1.0 car per household, which is below the metropolitan average. A minor 3.2% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which was likely affected by pandemic restrictions.

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Health assessments indicate notable wellness challenges in the suburb of Davoren Park, driven by higher mortality rates and chronic illnesses across both younger and older cohorts, alongside an exceptionally low rate of private health insurance, which covers just 44% of the population (~3,483 people). This level of coverage is below the Greater Adelaide rate of 52.7% and the national average of 55.7%.

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The suburb of Davoren Park exhibits a high level of cultural diversity, with 22.7% of the population born outside Australia and 17.2% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religious affiliation, representing 31.5% of residents. Islam is notably overrepresented, accounting for 7.4% of the population compared to 3.0% across the Greater Adelaide area.

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The median age in the suburb of Davoren Park is 33 years, which is younger than the Greater Adelaide average of 39 and the national median of 38. The 5 - 14 age group is well represented at 14.1% of the population compared to the metropolitan average, while the 75 - 84 age group is smaller at 3.8%. Since 2021, the 35 to 44 age bracket has increased from 12.5% to 15.7%. In contrast, the 5 to 14 cohort declined from 16.1% to 14.1%, and the 0 to 4 group fell from 7.4% to 6.3%. Forecasts for project significant demographic shifts, with the to cohort expected to increase by people (), rising from to .

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Davoren Park currently has an estimated 504 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 392 children aged 0-2 and 260 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 7% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 26% by 2041 (to approximately 633 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 1,020. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 15.7 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the top 20% of areas assessed nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.