Davidson

NSW 2085 • Greater Sydney

2,725
Population (2021)
$54,392
Median Income
2.57 km²
Area
137m
Elevation

About Davidson

Davidson is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in New South Wales, located within the Northern Beaches (Area) area. With a population of 2,725 and a median income of $54,392, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 2.57 km² at an elevation of 137m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Sydney.

As part of Greater Sydney, residents benefit from excellent transport links, diverse dining options, and proximity to employment hubs. The suburb features local shops, parks, and community spaces that create a vibrant neighbourhood atmosphere. Davidson delivers the convenience of city living with its own distinct local character.

Davidson falls under postcode 2085 and is governed by Northern Beaches Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Davidson electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2085
Urban Area
Manly - Warringah
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.74°, 151.19°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
2.57 km²
Elevation
137m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$1,000
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,250
Avg Household Size
3.1 people
Median Age
45 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,849
Census 2021
2,725
4.4% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$45,292
Income 2021
$54,392
20.1% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,886
Born Overseas 818

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 291
  • 2. New Zealand 59
  • 3. South Africa 47
  • 4. China 36
  • 5. Scotland 32
  • 6. United States 28
  • 7. Germany 18
  • 8. Hong Kong 17
  • 9. Ireland 15
  • 10. Japan 14
  • 11. India 13
  • 12. Iran 13
  • 13. Italy 11
  • 14. Netherlands 11
  • 15. Malaysia 9

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,340
Australian 869
Irish 370
Scottish 307
Chinese 128
Italian 108
German 84
Dutch 58
South African 40
French 38

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,148
Both parents born in Australia
1,020
Both parents born overseas
527
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
52.9%
No Religion
44.0%
Buddhism
0.5%
Judaism
0.3%
Islam
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
116 (4.3%)
5-14 years
425 (15.6%)
15-19 years
227 (8.3%)
20-24 years
144 (5.3%)
25-34 years
130 (4.8%)
35-44 years
301 (11.0%)
45-54 years
503 (18.5%)
55-64 years
316 (11.6%)
65-74 years
344 (12.6%)
75-84 years
187 (6.9%)
85+ years
26 (1.0%)

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