Davidson
NSW 2085 • Greater Sydney
About Davidson
Davidson is an affluent, leafy suburb on Sydney's Northern Beaches, located 20 kilometres north of the CBD within the Northern Beaches Council area. With a population of 2,725 at the 2021 census and a median age of 45, it is a mature, established residential area covering 2.6 square kilometres at an elevation of 137 metres. The suburb sits on the eastern edge of Garigal National Park and is part of Sydney's Forest District, lending it a distinctly bushland character.
Davidson offers a tranquil, nature-immersed lifestyle with direct access to the walking trails of Garigal National Park and Davidson Reserve. The suburb is home to Davidson High School and is close to the Forestway Shopping Centre in neighbouring Frenchs Forest. It attracts established families and professionals who value privacy, large bush blocks, and proximity to both the Northern Beaches and the upper North Shore.
Davidson falls under postcode 2085 and is governed by Northern Beaches Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Davidson electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 280 — City via Warringah Road 50 min
- 270, 272 — Chatswood via Forestway 25 min
- B1 (B-Line) — City via Mona Vale Road (from Belrose) 40 min
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ The Warringah Freeway and upcoming Beaches Link tunnel will improve CBD access
A quiet, bushland suburb with no local shops. Forestway Shopping Centre is a short drive away. Most residents drive.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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6 Wyatt Avenue
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Belrose Public School ICSEA 11119451 6203 Ralston Ave
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277 Belrose West
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61 2 9450 1651 220 Forest Way
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Wakehurst Public School ICSEA 11269451 1812 Glen St
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Bundaleer Street
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Woolrych Ave
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147 Prahran Avenue
Crime Statistics
NSW crime data is provided by the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR). Use the interactive tool below to explore recorded crime incidents in Davidson by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Davidson Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Davidson" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
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
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)