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Davenport

SA 5700 • South Australia

156
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
0.99 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Social HousingAffordableRegionalSemi-Rural

About Davenport

Davenport is a small residential locality situated approximately 4 kilometres north-east of Port Augusta in South Australia, about 282 kilometres north of the state capital Adelaide, within the Port Augusta Regional Council area. Created as a formal suburb in 2014, it has a compact footprint of under one square kilometre and a population of 156 at the 2021 Census, with dwellings almost entirely comprising government and community rental properties. Social housing accounts for more than 90 per cent of dwellings in the suburb, reflecting its role as a dedicated public housing locality servicing the broader Port Augusta region.

Davenport residents access services, shopping, and employment through nearby Port Augusta, which offers a full range of retail, medical, and educational facilities typical of a regional South Australian centre. The suburb lies within the broader Spencer Gulf region, with Port Augusta functioning as a gateway town to the Flinders Ranges, the outback, and coastal areas of the Upper Spencer Gulf. While local amenities within Davenport itself are limited, its proximity to Port Augusta and the major routes north towards the Northern Territory and west towards the Eyre Peninsula ensures that everyday necessities are readily accessible by car.

Davenport falls under postcode 5700 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Stuart electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5700
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Grey
State Electorate
Stuart
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-32.47°, 137.79°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
0.99 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Regional coach (Greyhound / Firefly) — Adelaide CBD Approx. 3.5-4 hrs

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
282 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest coach terminal at Port Augusta (~4 km)
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 3 hrs via Augusta Highway / A32
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 3 hrs via Augusta Highway / A32

🛣️ Port Augusta is the nearest major regional town; situated at junction of routes to NT, Eyre Peninsula, and Flinders Ranges

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No retail or services within Davenport itself; Port Augusta (~4 km) required for all shopping, medical, and daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
156
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Davenport known for? +

Davenport is a public housing locality established in 2014 near Port Augusta, primarily known as a residential community for social and community housing tenants. It sits within the Upper Spencer Gulf region of South Australia, close to Port Augusta's regional services.

How far is Davenport from Adelaide? +

Davenport is approximately 282 kilometres north of Adelaide, around a three-hour drive via the Augusta Highway (A32). It is situated about 4 kilometres north-east of Port Augusta's town centre.

Does Davenport have public transport? +

Davenport has no rail service. Residents rely on private vehicles, with Port Augusta's regional coach terminal approximately 4 kilometres away providing intercity connections to Adelaide and other regional centres.

What is the population of Davenport? +

Davenport had a population of 156 people at the 2021 Census, living in approximately 30 dwellings. Over 93 per cent of these dwellings are social or community housing properties.

Is Davenport a good place to live? +

Davenport suits residents seeking affordable housing in close proximity to Port Augusta's regional services and amenities. Its location near the junction of major routes to the Northern Territory, Eyre Peninsula, and Flinders Ranges gives it reasonable connectivity for a remote South Australian locality.

What is the postcode for Davenport? +

The postcode for Davenport SA is 5700, which it shares with Port Augusta and surrounding localities in the Spencer Gulf region of South Australia.