Revesby

Population growth drivers in Revesby are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Based on AreaSearch's analysis, Revesby's population is around 19,697 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 2,033 people (11.5%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 17,664 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 18,506 from the ABS as of June 2024 and an additional 152 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population level equates to a density ratio of 3,869 persons per square kilometer, which lies in the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch, making land in the area a highly sought-after resource. Revesby's 11.5% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the SA4 region (7.6%) and the state, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration, which contributed approximately 85.8% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch is utilizing the NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, as released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are also applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Regarding demographic trends, a population increase just below the median of statistical areas across the nation is expected, with the area expected to grow by 2,279 persons to 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, recording a gain of 5.5% in total over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Revesby among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Revesby has seen around 140 new homes approved each year, with 703 homes approved over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 100 so far in FY-26. With an average of 1.3 people per year moving to the area for each dwelling built over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), supply and demand appear well-balanced, creating stable market conditions, while new properties are constructed at an average value of $322,000. Additionally, $7.6 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded this financial year, demonstrating the area's primarily residential nature.

When measured against Greater Sydney, Revesby has slightly more development (41.0% above regional average per person over the 5 year period), balancing buyer choice with support for current property values, though building activity has slowed in recent years. New building activity shows 16.0% detached houses and 84.0% medium and high-density housing. This skew toward compact living offers affordable entry pathways and attracts downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers. This represents a notable shift from the area's existing housing (currently 64.0% houses), indicating decreasing availability of developable sites and reflecting changing lifestyles and the need for more diverse, affordable housing options. With around 161 people per dwelling approval, Revesby shows characteristics of a growth area.

Population forecasts indicate Revesby will gain 1,087 residents through to 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Based on current development patterns, new housing supply should readily meet demand, offering good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current projections.

Revesby has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 40% nationally

Nothing can influence an area's performance as much as changes to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. In total, 18 projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are likely to have an impact on the area. Key projects include the Uranus Road Culvert Upgrade, 29-35 Lochinvar Road Seniors Housing, Revesby Place Mixed Development, and 63-67 Marco Avenue Residential Development, with the list below detailing those likely to be of most relevance.

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The employment landscape in Revesby shows performance that lags behind national averages across key labour market indicators

Revesby features a well-educated workforce, with professional services showing strong representation, an unemployment rate of 4.7%, and 5.2% estimated employment growth over the past year. As of December 2025, 10,102 residents are in work, while the unemployment rate is 0.5% above Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%, and workforce participation is on par with Greater Sydney's 70.2%. Based on Census responses, a high 43.9% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.

Leading employment industries among residents comprise health care & social assistance, retail trade, and education & training. The area shows particularly strong specialization in transport, postal & warehousing, with an employment share of 1.5 times the regional level. Conversely, professional & technical services show lower representation at 8.5% versus the regional average of 11.5%. The predominantly residential area appears to offer limited employment opportunities locally, as indicated by the count of the Census working population versus the resident population.

Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data, over the 12 months to December 2025, employment increased by 5.2% while the labour force increased by 5.3%, with unemployment remaining essentially unchanged. By comparison, Greater Sydney recorded employment growth of 2.2%, labour force growth of 2.3%, with unemployment rising marginally. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 can offer further insight into potential future demand within Revesby. These projections, covering five and ten-year periods, have been mapped against the local employment profile to estimate growth patterns. While national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Revesby's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.5% over five years and 13.5% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).

The economic profile demonstrates above-average performance, with income metrics exceeding national benchmarks based on AreaSearch comparative assessment

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-23 reveals that income in the Revesby SA2 is in line with national averages, with the median assessed at $55,702 while the average income stands at $67,145. This contrasts with Greater Sydney's figures of a median income of $60,817 and an average income of $83,003. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since FY-23, current estimates would be approximately $60,637 (median) and $73,094 (average) as of September 2025. Census 2021 income data shows household income ranks at the 61st percentile ($1,932 weekly), while personal income sits at the 37th percentile. Income brackets indicate the $1,500 - 2,999 earnings band captures 31.9% of the community (6,283 individuals), aligning with the metropolitan region where this cohort likewise represents 30.9%. High housing costs consume 18.7% of income, though strong earnings still place disposable income at the 58th percentile and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

Revesby displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Dwelling structure within Revesby, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 63.7% houses and 36.3% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), in comparison to Sydney metro's 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the level of home ownership within Revesby was higher than that of Sydney metro, at 30.4%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (34.9%) or rented (34.7%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was above the Sydney metro average at $2,500, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $460, compared to Sydney metro's $2,427 and $470. Nationally, Revesby's mortgage repayments are significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are substantially above the national figure of $375.

Revesby features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households dominate at 77.2% of all households, comprising 41.1% couples with children, 20.3% couples without children, and 14.6% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 22.8%, with lone person households at 20.5% and group households comprising 2.3% of the total. The median household size of 2.9 people is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

Educational attainment in Revesby aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

Educational qualifications in Revesby trail regional benchmarks, with 29.2% of residents aged 15+ holding university degrees compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney. This gap highlights potential for educational development and skills enhancement. Bachelor degrees lead at 21.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.3%) and graduate diplomas (1.8%). Trade and technical skills feature prominently, with 30.1% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials, including advanced diplomas (11.4%) and certificates (18.7%).

Educational participation is notably high, with 31.2% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.2% in primary education, 8.5% in secondary education, and 5.8% pursuing tertiary education.

Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

Public transport analysis reveals 138 active transport stops operating within Revesby, comprising a mix of trains and buses. These stops are serviced by 53 individual routes, collectively providing 4,444 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically located 135 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward; the car remains the dominant mode at 79%, with 13% by train. Vehicle ownership averages 1.4 per dwelling, which is above the regional average. A high 43.9% of residents work from home (2021 Census; may reflect COVID-19 conditions).

Service frequency averages 634 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 32 weekly trips per individual stop. The accompanying map shows the 100 nearest stops to the location centrepoint.

Revesby's residents are relatively healthy in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts

Revesby's health metrics sit close to national benchmarks, based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. A fairly standard level of common health conditions is seen across both young and old age cohorts, and the rate of private health cover just leads that of the average SA2 area at approximately 53% of the total population (~10,360 people). This compares to 59.9% across Greater Sydney.

The most common medical conditions in the area were found to be arthritis and asthma, impacting 6.7 and 6.1% of residents, respectively, while 74.9% declared themselves as completely clear of medical ailments compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. Working-age residents are notably healthy with low chronic condition prevalence. The area has 17.3% of residents aged 65 and over (3,413 people), which is higher than the 15.4% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

Revesby is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Revesby scores highly on cultural diversity, with 39.9% of its population born overseas and 49.7% speaking a language other than English at home. The main religion in Revesby is Christianity, which makes up 55.0% of the population. However, there is a notable overrepresentation of Islam, which comprises 11.9% of the population, substantially higher than the Greater Sydney average of 6.8%.

In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Revesby are Other at 17.1%, Australian at 16.4%, and English at 13.9%, which is notably lower than the regional average of 19.0%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of other ethnic groups: Lebanese is overrepresented at 7.2% in Revesby (vs 2.6% regionally), Vietnamese at 5.2% (vs 1.8%), and Macedonian at 1.3% (vs 0.4%).

Revesby's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The 38-year median age in Revesby is close to Greater Sydney's average of 37 and equivalent to the Australian median of 38. Relative to Greater Sydney, Revesby has a higher concentration of 65 - 74 residents (9.6%) but fewer 25 - 34 year-olds (12.0%). Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age group has grown from 12.4% to 14.1% of the population. Conversely, the 25 to 34 cohort has declined from 13.6% to 12.5%. By 2041, Revesby is expected to see notable shifts in its age composition. Leading the demographic shift, the 75 to 84 group will grow by 60% (622 people), reaching 1,659 from 1,036. The aging population dynamic is clear, with those 65+ comprising 62% of projected growth. On the other hand, population declines are projected for the 0 to 4 and 5 to 14 cohorts.