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Davidson suburb profile

Davidson is a leafy, family-oriented suburb in Sydney's Northern Beaches, sitting on a bushland plateau above Middle Harbour and edged by Garigal National Park. The streets are dominated by detached homes on generous blocks, many original mid-century houses alongside more recently renovated properties, and the neighbourhood has a quiet, semi-rural feel with plentiful native bush, walking tracks and birdlife. A modest village shopping strip and community facilities meet everyday needs, while regular buses link residents to nearby commercial centres and the coast. It appeals to families and anyone wanting space, privacy and easy access to bush recreation close to the beaches.

Davidson property market performance

Like many smaller suburbs, Davidson has relatively few recent property sales, so there isn't enough data to publish a reliable median price for houses or units. The figures that are available show house values rose a modest 3.6% over the last 12 months.

Over the last 3 months seven houses changed hands, and the median days on market for houses was 37 over the last 12 months.

The rental market in Davidson saw house rents rise sharply, up 17.9% over the last 12 months, to an average of $1,650 a week.

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Change in value
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3.6%N/A
Sold
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Median days on market
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37N/A
Average rent
Past 12 months
$1650N/A
Change in rent
Past 12 months
17.9%N/A

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Davidson demographics

Davidson is a community of 2,725 people with a median age of 45 and a typical household income of $3,254 a week, roughly $169,200 a year.

The suburb is family-oriented: couple families with children are the largest group at 57.4% (more than half of households), followed by couple families without children at 32.9%. One-parent families make up 9.4% of households, while other families account for 0.4%.

Homes in Davidson are overwhelmingly owner-occupied, with 93.3% held by owners (47.5% with a mortgage and 45.8% owned outright) and 6.7% rented.

Davidson infrastructure, key developments and investment opportunities

Davidson: Kambora Public School was placed into recess from the beginning of Term 1, 2026, following Department of Education consultation; the department’s letter to parents was dated 17 September 2025 and says the site will be maintained while students transition to nearby schools.

Davidson is also on the route for the Northern Beaches Council’s Pipeline Active Transport Corridor, a planned 9.2 km off-road shared path alongside the Sydney water pipeline. Council documents show a named “Davidson Trail” section, Places to Roam grant funding for the project, and that detailed design and community engagement are underway with parts of the scheme reprioritised as the Frenchs Forest active-transport work progresses.

Suburbs near Davidson

Some popular suburbs near Davidson include:

  • Belrose: Leafy suburb set beside extensive bushland and nature reserves.
  • Frenchs Forest: Suburban centre with a mix of residential streets and bushland corridors.
  • Forestville: Established suburb with tree-lined streets and easy access to waterways.
  • East Killara: Quiet Upper North Shore suburb noted for mature trees and parkland.
  • East Lindfield: Small, settled Upper North Shore pocket with gardened streets and a calm atmosphere.

How does Davidson compare to nearby suburbs?

  • Median house prices: Davidson’s median house price is 1.1% higher than Belrose’s.
  • House price growth: Over the past 12 months, house prices in Davidson have grown 6.4% higher than in Belrose.
  • Selling speed for houses: Properties in Davidson are selling 9.8% faster than in Belrose.
  • House price growth: Over the past 12 months, house prices in Davidson have grown 25.0% higher than the average rate of growth across Sydney.

Common questions about Davidson

  • Is Davidson a nice place to live?

    Davidson is a leafy, family-oriented suburb on a bushland plateau above Middle Harbour, edged by Garigal National Park. Streets are dominated by detached homes on generous blocks, a mix of original mid-century houses and renovated dwellings, giving a quiet, semi-rural feel with native bush, walking tracks and birdlife. A modest village shopping strip and community facilities meet everyday needs, and regular buses link residents to nearby commercial centres and the coast. It appeals to families and anyone wanting space, privacy and easy access to bush recreation close to the beaches.

    The community numbers 2,725 people with a median age of 45 and most homes are owner-occupied. The suburb is weighted towards couple families with children. Local schooling has changed with Kambora Public School placed into recess and students transitioning to nearby schools. Davidson lies on the Pipeline Active Transport Corridor, a planned off-road shared path that includes a named "Davidson Trail" and has detailed design and community engagement underway.

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  • Is it expensive to live in Davidson?

    A typical house rent in Davidson of $1,650 a week would take about 50.7% of a typical local household's weekly income as recorded at the most recent Census. On these figures, renting a house here would absorb a large share of a typical local household's income, so that rent share is the key number for people thinking about renting in Davidson.

    Everyone's financial situation is different, so it's important to consider your own circumstances when deciding which suburb is right for you.

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  • Is Davidson a good place to invest?

    The clearest movement in Davidson over the past year is in house rents, which jumped 17.9% — a strong rise in rental income. House values rose 3.6% over the same 12 months, a modest increase, so the rent a house earns has been the stronger performer this year. For someone focused on rental income, that 17.9% is the most relevant figure; if capital growth is your priority, the smaller 3.6% rise is the one to weigh. Whether that balance suits your goals and circumstances is for you to decide.

    This information has been prepared without taking your objectives, needs and overall financial situation into account. It is not meant to be a substitute for professional financial advice. For this reason, you should consider the appropriateness of the information and, if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.

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Choose the right real estate agents in Davidson

There are 20 real estate agents in Davidson, but they don’t all deliver the same results.

Some agents have a much stronger presence in the suburb, with just 5 agents handling around 48.6% of all sales in the past year.

Commission rates in Davidson typically range from 1.88% to 2.46%. Comparing agents—including what they charge, what’s included, and how they structure their fees—is not only important when choosing an agent, the right structure can help ensure your chosen agent is motivated to achieve the best possible result.

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