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Dover Heights, Australia

New South Wales · 🇦🇺 Australia

Dover Heights is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 3,766. Elevation: 200 ft (61 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
3,766 Population
200 ft Elevation 61 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
32.8 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

People

Population3,766
Median Age37.5 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$65,058
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty1.0%

Health

Obesity30.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.6%
Depression11.7%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain32.8 in/yr
Sunny Days340/yr
Elevation200 ft (61 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population3,766
Elevation200 ft (61 m)
Coordinates-33.8708°, 151.2792°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature67°F (19°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation32.8 inches (834 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Dover Heights a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dover Heights receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Dover Heights offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Dover Heights enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 340 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Dover Heights has a population of 3,766. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. 17.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,766
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Dover Heights vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Dover Heights vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dover Heights is N/A. Per capita income is $65,058 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 89.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Dover Heights vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$65,058

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living89.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Dover Heights, 30.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.3% have high blood pressure. 9.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 11.2% report binge drinking. 89.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 11.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Dover Heights vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.2%
6% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.6%
31% below US avg
Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity89.0%
Depression11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Dover Heights enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 340 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 32.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 200 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average66.6°F
23% above US avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days340 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.8 inches
14% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation200 ft (61 m)
Coordinates-33.8708°N, 151.2792°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 5.2 in
February 73°F (23°C) 5.0 in Warmest
March 70°F (21°C) 5.8 in Wettest
April 66°F (19°C) 4.8 in
May 61°F (16°C) 4.1 in
June 56°F (13°C) 4.7 in Coldest
July 61°F (16°C) 2.8 in Driest
August 56°F (13°C) 3.3 in
September 60°F (15°C) 2.8 in
October 64°F (18°C) 3.2 in
November 67°F (19°C) 3.7 in
December 71°F (22°C) 3.2 in

Dover Heights has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F — from 56°F in June to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 48.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.8") and July the driest (2.8").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 97.1% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Dover Heights

What is the population of Dover Heights?

Dover Heights has a population of 3,766 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Dover Heights expensive to live in?

Dover Heights is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 89.6 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Dover Heights?

Dover Heights enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 340 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Dover Heights?

Dover Heights has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Dover Heights?

35.0% of adults in Dover Heights hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Dover Heights?

The obesity rate in Dover Heights is 30.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.6% of adults are smokers. 89.0% are physically inactive. 11.7% of residents report depression.

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