The size of Douglas River is approximately 16.2 square kilometres. It has 12 parks covering nearly 3.6% of total area. The population of Douglas River in 2011 was 852 people. By 2016 the population was 19 showing a population decline of 97.8% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Douglas River is 60-69 years. Households in Douglas River are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1000 - $1399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Douglas River work in a managers occupation. In 2011, 71.6% of the homes in Douglas River were owner-occupied compared with 72.2% in 2016.