Dernancourt
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Dernancourt, SA 5075.
About Dernancourt
Welcome to Dernancourt
Dernancourt sits in Adelaide's inner north-eastern suburbs, roughly nine kilometres from the CBD, tucked between the River Torrens Linear Park and the foothills that rise towards Holden Hill. It's a quiet, established residential pocket that has long appealed to families and downsizers wanting easy city access without the pace of inner-city living.
Bordered by Windsor Gardens, Gilles Plains, Newton, Paradise and Holden Hill, Dernancourt benefits from the amenity of its neighbours while retaining its own low-key, leafy character. With a population of around 4,063 and a median age of 43, it's a suburb of settled households and long-term residents rather than a transient rental market, making it a solid choice for buyers looking for stability and a genuine community feel.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Dernancourt tends to revolve around the outdoors and the everyday convenience of nearby suburban centres. The Torrens Linear Park trail is a major drawcard, giving residents a car-free route for walking, running or cycling that stretches for kilometres in both directions, linking through to Paradise and beyond towards the hills. For dining and socialising, most residents head to the retail and hospitality strips in neighbouring Newton and Paradise, or further afield to the Tea Tree Plaza precinct, which offers a broader mix of cafes, restaurants and entertainment options within a short drive.
Shopping
Dernancourt itself is largely residential, so day-to-day shopping is generally done in the surrounding suburbs. Newton and Paradise both offer local supermarkets and speciality stores, while Westfield Tea Tree Plaza, one of Adelaide's largest shopping centres, is within easy reach and covers everything from major fashion retailers to a full-line cinema and food court. Gilles Plains also has useful bulky-goods and homemaker-style retail for residents undertaking renovations or fitting out a new home.
Getting around
Dernancourt's location gives residents a straightforward run into the city via North East Road and Lower North East Road, both of which connect through to the CBD in around twenty minutes outside peak times. Bus services along these main roads link the suburb to the city and to major interchanges, while nearby Klemzig offers connection to the O-Bahn busway, one of Adelaide's fastest and most reliable public transport links, cutting commute times significantly for those working in the city centre. The suburb's proximity to Payneham Road and the north-eastern freeway approaches also makes it a practical base for those who need to travel across the metropolitan area.
Schools & families
Dernancourt School, a public primary school within the suburb, is a key part of local family life and gives younger children a genuine walk-to-school option. Families with older children typically look to the well-regarded public and private secondary options across the broader north-eastern suburbs, with the area's established infrastructure and parks making it a practical choice for households at multiple life stages. The suburb's median age of 43 reflects its popularity with families who have settled in for the long term, as well as older residents who have stayed put as the area has matured.
Parks & recreation
Beyond the Linear Park trail, Dernancourt has a good scattering of local reserves and playing fields that give the suburb a green, open feel despite its proximity to the city. The Torrens River corridor is the standout feature, offering picnic areas, cycling paths and natural bushland that residents share with walkers and cyclists from Paradise, Newton and Holden Hill. This ready access to open space is one of the suburb's most consistent selling points for buyers moving from busier, more built-up areas.
The property market
Dernancourt's property market has been firm, with the median house price currently sitting at $932,000 after growth of 12.3 percent over the recent period, a sign of strong ongoing demand for this part of the north-eastern suburbs. Rental demand is similarly solid, with median weekly rent at $630, reflecting the suburb's appeal to tenants wanting proximity to the city and the lifestyle benefits of the Linear Park without inner-city prices. Current listings are dominated by established houses, which make up around 75 percent of stock, with the remaining 25 percent made up of land, giving buyers some scope to build new while still competing in a market where existing homes are the norm and command a premium.
Market snapshot
Dernancourt property market
Median sale price
$932k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$630
per week
Gross rental yield
3.5%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$788k
Median
$932k
Premium
$1.17m
Days on market
76
Auction clearance
54%
Sold this year
37
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +12.9% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Dernancourt by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Dernancourt, SA 5075.
Population
4,063
residents (2021)
Median age
43
years
Household income
$1,736
median, per week
Median rent
$380
per week
Median mortgage
$1,733
per month
Mortgage / income
23%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Dernancourt
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in Dernancourt
$1.93m
13 Payton Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$1.35m
33A Balmoral Road
Sold ~July 2026
$908k
55 Parsons Road
Sold ~July 2026
$1.40m
7 Almond Avenue
Sold ~June 2026
$485k
Lot 12/17 Vingara Drive
Sold ~June 2026
$1.89m
54 Landseer Crescent
Sold ~June 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Common questions
Dernancourt suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Dernancourt?
The median house price in Dernancourt, SA is $932k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 12.3%.
How much is rent in Dernancourt?
The median weekly rent in Dernancourt is around $630 per week.
Is Dernancourt a good place to live?
Dernancourt is a north-eastern suburb of Adelaide, located in both Tea Tree Gully and Port Adelaide Enfield council areas. Dernancourt is an established residential suburb in SA, with a population of around 4,063 and 1 school in the area.
What is the population of Dernancourt?
Dernancourt has a population of 4,063 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 43.
What schools are in Dernancourt?
There is 1 school in or near Dernancourt, including Dernancourt School.
How long do homes take to sell in Dernancourt?
Properties in Dernancourt take around 76 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 54%.
How much do you need to buy in Dernancourt?
Entry-level properties in Dernancourt start around $788k, while premium homes reach $1.17m.
What suburbs are near Dernancourt?
Suburbs near Dernancourt include Windsor Gardens, Holden Hill, Gilles Plains, Newton and Paradise.
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