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Doveton, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Doveton is a small city in Victoria, Australia with a population of 9,603. Elevation: 148 ft (45 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

1.7 /5.0
D Poor
9,603 Population 2/sq mi density
148 ft Elevation 45 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
33.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$19,638 Median Income
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Overall
1.7 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$19,638 median income, 9.5% unemployment
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Affordability
1.5 / 5.0
$180,200 home value, $901/mo rent

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About Doveton

Doveton is a suburb in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 31 km south-east of Melbourne's Central Business District, located within the City of Casey local government area. Doveton recorded a population of 9,603 at the 2021 census.

People

Population9,603
Median Age34.0 yrs
Density2/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$19,638
Per Capita$19,638
Unemployment9.5%

Housing

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Home Value$180,200
Rent$901
Ownership55.9%
Housing Units3,841

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain33.2 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation148 ft (45 m)
Population9,603
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation148 ft (45 m)
Coordinates-37.9935°, 145.2389°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation33.2 inches (842 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$19,638
Median Age34.0 years

About Doveton

Doveton is a small city in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 9,603. The city sits at an elevation of 148 feet (45 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Doveton has a population of 9,603 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 4,706.6 square miles. The median age is 34.0 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

9,603
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
34.0yrs
Median Age
13% below Australia avg
4,706.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Doveton vs Australia Average

The median household income in Doveton is $19,638, which is 74% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,638 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $378, 74% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 9.5% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 912 business establishments.

Income: Doveton vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$19,638
74% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$19,638
Avg Weekly Wage$378

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.5%
164% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)912

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Doveton is $180,200, 36% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $901 (23% below the national average of $1,163). 55.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 3,841 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.2x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$180,200
36% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$901
23% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership55.9%
Owner-Occupied55.9%
Renter-Occupied44.1%
Housing Units3,841

Property Tax

Climate in Doveton

Doveton has an average annual temperature of 15°C (59°F). The hottest month is Jan (20.6°C), the coldest is Jul (10°C). Average annual precipitation is 793 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 20.6°C / 69°F 13.9° / 27.3° 51.7
Feb 20.6°C / 69°F 14.1° / 27° 52.7
Mar 18.8°C / 66°F 12.9° / 24.7° 48.2
Apr 15.4°C / 60°F 10° / 20.7° 68.2
May 12.4°C / 54°F 8.2° / 16.7° 68.2
Jun 10.2°C / 50°F 6.4° / 14.1° 76.1
Jul 10°C / 50°F 6.2° / 13.7° 62.7
Aug 10.6°C / 51°F 6.4° / 14.7° 72.4
Sep 12.6°C / 55°F 7.8° / 17.3° 65.8
Oct 14.4°C / 58°F 8.9° / 19.8° 60.2
Nov 16.8°C / 62°F 10.8° / 22.8° 85.0
Dec 18.1°C / 65°F 11.9° / 24.3° 81.5
Doveton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 292 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 33.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 148 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average58.9°F
9% above Australia avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Geography

Elevation148 ft (45 m)
Area4,706.6 sq mi (12,190.0 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-37.9935°N, 145.2389°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.2"
13% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.43"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.97"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

42 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M3.9 on Aug 6, 2024.

Jun 19, 2012 11 km NNE of Mirboo North, Australia M5.2 91 km
Aug 29, 2000 5 km ENE of Mirboo North, Australia M5.0 97 km
Sep 25, 1996 32 km SE of Alexandra, Australia M4.7 97 km
Jul 20, 2012 8 km S of Trafalgar, Australia M4.6 87 km
Mar 6, 2009 1 km SE of Korumburra, Australia M4.5 73 km
Jun 29, 2023 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M4.4 112 km
Jul 5, 2011 2 km NNE of Korumburra, Australia M4.4 70 km
Feb 8, 2024 3 km E of Leongatha, Australia M4.3 84 km
Sep 25, 1996 26 km ENE of Neerim South, Australia M4.3 85 km
Mar 18, 2009 0 km N of Korumburra, Australia M4.3 70 km
Sep 24, 2002 10 km SSE of Leongatha, Australia M4.0 91 km
Aug 6, 2024 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M3.9 115 km
Apr 10, 2003 Bass Strait, Australia M3.9 149 km
May 28, 2023 5 km W of Mickleham, Australia M3.8 61 km
Jul 5, 2011 2 km NW of Korumburra, Australia M3.7 68 km
Nov 8, 1992 20 km NNE of Colac, Australia M3.6 136 km
Aug 21, 2001 2 km N of Kallista, Australia M3.6 18 km
Sep 24, 2002 8 km ESE of Leongatha, Australia M3.5 90 km
Mar 8, 2007 13 km N of Bunyip, Australia M3.5 44 km
May 19, 1990 37 km N of Yallourn North, Australia M3.5 97 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 2.4 in
February 68°F (20°C) 2.0 in Warmest, Driest
March 65°F (18°C) 2.3 in
April 60°F (15°C) 2.8 in
May 55°F (13°C) 3.4 in
June 50°F (10°C) 3.1 in Coldest
July 52°F (11°C) 3.0 in
August 50°F (10°C) 3.3 in
September 53°F (12°C) 3.4 in Wettest
October 57°F (14°C) 3.4 in
November 60°F (16°C) 3.1 in
December 64°F (18°C) 2.9 in

Doveton has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 50°F in June to 68°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 35.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.4") and February the driest (2.0").

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Schools in Doveton

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St Mary's School — — — —
Ilim College Doveton Campus — — — —
St John's Regional College — — — —
Dandenong Primary School — — — —
Doveton College — — — —
Minaret College Doveton Primary Campus — — — —
Holy Family School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Doveton

26 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Triple M Classic Rock classic rock AAC 130 kbps
Triple M Melbourne 80s, rock AAC+ 33 kbps
3AW 693 Melbourne, VIC, Australia Talk AM 693 news, news talk MP3 48 kbps
3RRR Melbourne — AAC
全澳华语广播华厦之声 am1629 AAC+ 64 kbps
PBS FM - Melbourne - 106.7 FM (48kHz, 192kbps AAC-LC) australian music, community radio AAC 192 kbps
ABC Jazz 20220701 blues, jazz AAC 238 kbps
ABC Radio Australia 20220701 current affairs, news AAC 94 kbps
The Buzzz — MP3 192 kbps
ASP Radio 70s 80s 90s music MP3 128 kbps
World Buddhist Radio buddhism, meditation MP3 64 kbps
Triple R 102.7FM community radio, independent AAC
Yarra Valley FM — MP3 128 kbps
Smooth Sailing Radio rnb, soul AAC+ 192 kbps
3MBS - Melbourne, 103.5 MHz FM classical MP3 128 kbps
Southern FM Melbourne Australia — MP3 320 kbps
TheLight Christmas — AAC+ 64 kbps
IMC Country Radio — MP3 192 kbps
Radio PVS jazz, rock AAC+ 192 kbps
UltraCool Radio — MP3 128 kbps
Ananda Marga Kiirtan kiirtan, mantra MP3
Surf FM 87.6 — MP3 32 kbps
SYN FM alternative, college radio AAC+ 128 kbps
The Light Worship christian, melbourne AAC+ 64 kbps
Golden Days Radio gold, golden oldies AAC 128 kbps
JOY 94.9 Out Loud Proud — AAC+ 64 kbps

Museums in Doveton

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Australian National Aviation Museum
Ballam Park Homestead
Collingwood Sailors and Soldiers Memorial Hall
Collingwood Sailors and Soldiers Memorial Hall
Emerald Museum
Fisherman's Cottage
Heritage Hill Museum & Gardens
Historic Council Shire Offices
Melbourne Holocaust Museum
Melbourne Holocaust Museum
Monash Federation Centre
Monash Historic Society
Monash University Museum of Art
Mont De Lancey Museum
Mordialloc Historical Museum
Museum of Australian Photography
National Communications Museum
National Communications Museum
Old Post Office Museum
Schramms Cottage
Schwerkolt Cottage & Museum Complex
Schwerkolt Cottage Orchard Shed
Schwerkolt Cottage Wine Cellar
Southern Sherbrook Historical Society
Twisted Science
Upwey / Belgrave RSL
Villa Alba Museum
Villa Alba Museum
Yarra Ranges Regional Museum

Libraries in Doveton

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Ashburton Library0.0
Balwyn Library0.0
Bayswater Library0.0
Beaumaris Community Centre0.0
Belgrave Library0.0
Bentleigh Library0.0
Berwick Library0.0
Bhai Vir Singh Library0.0
Blackburn Library0.0
Boronia Library0.0
Box Hill Library0.0
Brighton Library0.0
Bulleen Library0.0
Burnley Library Building (914)0.0
Camberwell Library0.0
Carnegie Library0.0
Casey-Cardinia Library Co. (Pakenham Branch)0.0
Caulfield Library0.0
CD0.0
Chelsea Library0.0
Cheltenham Library0.0
Clarinda Library0.0
Collingwood Library0.0
Collingwood Toy Library0.0
Cornish Library0.0
Cranbourne Library0.0
Croydon Library0.0
Dandenong Library0.0
Deakin University Library0.0
Doncaster Library0.0
Elsternwick Library0.0
Emerald Library0.0
Endeavour Hills Library0.0
Fairfield Library0.0
Federation University Library0.0
Ferntree Gully Library0.0
Frankston Library0.0
Glen Waverley Public Library0.0
Greythorn Library Lounge0.0
Hampton Library0.0
Hampton Park Library0.0
Hargrave-Andrew Library0.0
Hawthorn Library0.0
Highett Library0.0
Ivanhoe Libary0.0
Kew High School Library0.0
Kew Library0.0
Kew Toy Library0.0
Kingston Libraries Patterson Lakes0.0
Kingston Toy Library0.0
Knox Library – Ngarrgoo0.0
Lamm Jewish Library of Australia0.0
Law Library0.0
Lilydale Library0.0
MacGregor Library0.0
Malvern Library0.0
Manga Library0.0
Manningham Toy Library0.0
Mentone Public Library0.0
Miller's Homestead0.0
Montrose Library0.0
Mooroolbark Library0.0
Mornington Peninsula Library0.0
Mount Evelyn Reading Room0.0
Mount Waverley Secondary College Senior Library0.0
Mt Waverley Library0.0
Narre Warren Library0.0
Newlands Library & Resource Centre0.0
Northcote Library0.0
Nunawading Library0.0
Oakleigh Library (City Of Monash)0.0
Parkdale Library0.0
Phoenix Park Library0.0
Prahran Library0.0
Prahran Square Library0.0
Realm0.0
Richmond Library0.0
Rowville Library0.0
Sandringham Library0.0
Sir Louis Matheson Library0.0
Springvale Library0.0
St Joachim's School Library0.0
Swinburne Library0.0
The Little Library0.0
Toorak/South Yarra Library0.0
Vermont South Library0.0
Wheelers Hill Branch Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Doveton

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Akoonah Park Market
Camberwell Fresh Food Market
Camberwell Sunday Market
Fair Treasures
Farmers' Market Old Cheese Factory
Food Market (4th Saturday)
Food Market (4th Saturday)
Food Trucks
Gleadell Street Market
Gleadell Street Market
Gully Market
Heathmont Farmers Market
Heide Market
Oakleigh Market
Prahran Market
Ringwood East Community Market
Seaford Farmer's Market

Hotels in Doveton

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Prince Mark Hotel

Restaurants in Doveton

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Petaling Jaya

Cafes in Doveton

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cafe twist
Stephen Road Cafe
Williams Road Cafe

Gas Stations in Doveton

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ampol
EG Australia
Shell

Banks in Doveton

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ANZ

Golf Courses in Doveton

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dandenong Workers Social Club Golf Course

Breweries in Doveton

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
3 Ravens Brewery
3 Ravens Brewery
Bad Shepherd Brewing
Bodriggy Brewing Company
Bodriggy Brewing Company
Brew Stop
Brew Stop
Carlton and United Breweries Abbotsford Plant
Clifton Hill Brewpub
Clifton Hill Brewpub
Deeds Brewery
Deeds Brewery
Hargreaves Hill Brewing Co.
Killer Sprocket Brewery
Moon Dog Brewery
Mornington Peninsula Brewery
Mountain Goat Brewery
Stomping Ground Brewing Co.
Tallboy and Moose
Tallboy and Moose
The Local Brew House
Wolf of the Willows

Stadiums & Teams in Doveton

TeamLeagueDivision
Kooyong Stadium
Malvern Cricket Club
Royal Melbourne Tennis Club

Airports Near Doveton

35 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Melbourne AirportMELLarge Airport
Melbourne Essendon AirportMEBMedium Airport
Melbourne Moorabbin AirportMBWMedium Airport
Arkells Airfield—Small Airport
Blue Tongue Airfield—Small Airport
Bunurong Field—Small Airport
Bunyip Airport—Small Airport
Coldstream Airport—Small Airport
Drouin Airport—Small Airport
Drysdale Airstrip—Small Airport
Emu Creek Airfield—Small Airport
Flying Circus Airfield—Small Airport
Inverloch Airport—Small Airport
Koo Wee Rup (Aardel Port) Airfield—Small Airport
Legate Airfield—Small Airport
Leongatha Airport—Small Airport
Lilydale Airport—Small Airport
Ling Lake Airfield—Small Airport
Longwarry Airport—Small Airport
Marshall Airfield—Small Airport
Melton Airport—Small Airport
Nar Nar Goon Airstrip—Small Airport
RAAF Williams, Point Cook Base—Small Airport
Riddell Airport—Small Airport
Rochford Airstrip—Small Airport
Romsey Airport—Small Airport
St Leonards Airfield—Small Airport
Sunbury (Penfield) Airfield—Small Airport
Sunbury East Airport—Small Airport
Taggerty Airport—Small Airport
The Boreen Airstrip—Small Airport
Tooradin Airport—Small Airport
Tyabb Airport—Small Airport
Valken Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Wonthaggi Airport—Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Doveton

48 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
4Cyte Pathology
ACE Sports Clinic
Airlie Women's Clinic
Aquired Brain Injury Rehabilitation Centre
Aspect Heatherton
Bellfield Medical Centre
Body Unity Osteopathic Medicine
Canterbury Road Community Care Unit
Caulfield Natural Health Clinic
Church Street Medical Centre
Darebin Community Health
Deepdene Medical Centre
Delmont Day Program
Direct Radiology Fairfield
Dorevitch Pathology Fairfield
Dr Daniel Traum
Dr Kirstin Charlesworth
East Kew Clinic
Epworth Camberwell
Equilibrium
Fairfield City Medical Centre
Fairfield Dermatology Clinic
Fairfield Paediatrics
Fairfield Physiotherapy
Fairfield Podiatry
Iris Family Medicine
Ivanhoe Endoscopy Centre
Kew Junction Medical Clinic
Kew Skin Therapy
Medical One - Elwood
Melbourne Hand Rehab
Melbourne Pathology
Odyssey House Victoria
Panch Health Centre
Prahran clinic
Prahran Market Clinic
Skindepth
The Children's Surgery
The Local Doctor
The Mornington Centre
The Social Domain
Turn the Corner Medical Clinic
VAEAI Naamalata
Vitality Medical
Ward Rehabilitation B
Waterdale Medical Specialist Rooms
Wellways Maroondah PARC
Wingrove Medical Clinic

Churches & Religious Organizations in Doveton

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Antiochian Orthodox Church of St Paul
Doveton Baptist Church
Trinity Methodist Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Melbourne

🇦🇺 About Australia

Capital Canberra
Population 24,992,369
Area 7,686,850 km²
GDP (USD) $1,734,451,264,656
GDP per capita $65,058
HDI 0.946
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 97.1%
Urban population 87.5%
Currency AUD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +61
TLD .au
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Australia

25 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 26 Australia Day Australia Day
Mar 2 Labour Day Labour Day
Mar 9 Adelaide Cup Day Adelaide Cup Day
Mar 9 Canberra Day Canberra Day
Mar 9 Eight Hours Day Eight Hours Day
Mar 9 Labour Day Labour Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Easter Eve
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 25 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
May 4 Labour Day Labour Day
May 4 May Day May Day
Jun 1 Reconciliation Day Reconciliation Day
Jun 1 Western Australia Day Western Australia Day
Jun 8 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Aug 3 Picnic Day Picnic Day
Sep 28 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Melbourne Cup Melbourne Cup
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Doveton

What is the population of Doveton?

Doveton has a population of 9,603 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 4,706.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 34.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Doveton expensive to live in?

The median household income is $19,638, 74% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $180,200 (36% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $901 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Doveton?

Doveton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.2 inches.

How is the job market in Doveton?

The job market in Doveton faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $378. There are 912 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Doveton?

The median home value in Doveton is $180,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $901. The homeownership rate is 55.9%.

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