Revesby
Statistical Area - sa2

Population growth drivers in Revesby are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Revesby's population is around 18,685 as of Aug 2025. This reflects an increase of 1,021 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 17,664 people. The change was inferred from the estimated resident population of 18,506 from the ABS as of June 2024 and an additional 154 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 3,670 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Revesby's growth of 5.8% since the 2021 census exceeded the SA3 area (4.0%) and the SA4 region, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth was primarily driven by overseas migration contributing approximately 85.8% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch utilises NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Growth rates by age group are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Based on demographic trends and latest population numbers, Revesby is expected to grow by 2,279 persons to 2041, recording a gain of 11.2% in total over the 17-year period.

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

Revesby has seen approximately 140 new homes approved annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, a total of 703 homes were approved, with an additional 59 approved in FY26 so far. On average, 1.3 people moved to the area each year for every dwelling built during these years.

This balance between supply and demand has maintained stable market conditions. The average construction cost value of new properties was $475,000, aligning with regional patterns. In FY26, $7.6 million in commercial approvals have been registered, indicating the area's residential character. Compared to Greater Sydney, Revesby has seen 41.0% more development per person over the past five years, balancing buyer choice while supporting current property values. However, building activity has slowed in recent years.

The new building activity shows a composition of 16.0% detached houses and 84.0% medium to high-density housing, marking a shift from the area's existing housing stock, which is currently 64.0% houses. This change suggests decreasing availability of developable sites and reflects evolving lifestyles. Revesby has around 161 people per dwelling approval, indicating characteristics of a low density area. Population forecasts project an increase of 2,099 residents by 2041. Based on current development patterns, new housing supply should meet demand, offering favourable conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating further population growth beyond current projections.

Revesby has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 18 projects that may affect the region. Notable initiatives include Uranus Road Culvert Upgrade, Rail Power Supply Upgrade at Revesby Station, development at 29-35 Lochinvar Road for seniors housing, and Revesby Place Mixed Development. The following list details those considered most relevant.

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

Revesby has a well-educated workforce with professional services being strongly represented. The unemployment rate in the area was 4.6% as of June 2025.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 2.4%. As of June 2025, 10,015 residents were employed while the unemployment rate was 0.4% higher than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation in Revesby was significantly lower at 54.3%, compared to Greater Sydney's 60.0%. The leading employment industries among Revesby residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and education & training.

The area shows a particularly strong specialization in transport, postal & warehousing, with an employment share of 1.5 times the regional level. However, professional & technical services have lower representation at 8.5%, compared to the regional average of 11.5%. Over the 12 months to June 2025, employment in Revesby increased by 2.4% while labour force increased by 2.6%, resulting in a rise in unemployment by 0.2 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Sydney recorded employment growth of 2.6%, labour force growth of 2.9%, with unemployment rising by 0.3 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025 offer insights into potential future demand within Revesby. These projections suggest that national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with growth rates differing significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Revesby's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.5% over five years and 13.5% over ten years.

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 financial year 2022 shows that median income in Revesby is $51,418 with an average of $63,037. This compares to Greater Sydney's median income of $56,994 and average of $80,856. By September 2025, adjusted for Wage Price Index growth of 12.61%, estimated median income is approximately $57,902 and average is $70,986. Census 2021 data ranks household income at the 61st percentile ($1,932 weekly) and personal income at the 38th percentile. Income brackets indicate that 31.9% of individuals earn between $1,500 - 2,999 annually (5,960 individuals), similar to the metropolitan region's 30.9%. High housing costs consume 18.7% of income but disposable income ranks at the 58th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

Revesby displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Revesby's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census evaluation, consisted of 63.7% houses and 36.3% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This is compared to Sydney metro's 61.5% houses and 38.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Revesby was at 30.4%, with the remaining dwellings either mortgaged (34.9%) or rented (34.7%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,500, higher than Sydney metro's average of $2,240. The median weekly rent figure for Revesby was recorded at $460, compared to Sydney metro's $425. Nationally, Revesby's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 77.2% of all households, including 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%. The median household size is 2.9 people, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 3.1.

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. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 21.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.3%) and graduate diplomas (1.8%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 30.1% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (11.4%) and certificates (18.7%). Educational participation is high, with 31.2% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes primary education (10.2%), secondary education (8.5%), and tertiary education (5.8%). There are 7 schools operating within Revesby, educating approximately 3,066 students, with typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 1016) and balanced educational opportunities. The educational mix includes 3 primary, 2 secondary, and 2 K-12 schools.

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

Revesby has 118 active public transport stops. These are a mix of train and bus services. There are 56 individual routes operating, collectively providing 5900 weekly passenger trips.

Transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents typically located 135 meters from the nearest stop. Service frequency averages 842 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 50 weekly trips per stop.

Revesby's residents are extremely healthy with prevalence of common health conditions low among the general population and nearer the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Analysis of health metrics shows strong performance throughout Revesby. Prevalence of common health conditions is low among the general population but nearer to the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts.

Private health cover rate is slightly lagging at approximately 51% of the total population (~9,548 people), compared to 48.6% across Greater Sydney. The most common medical conditions are arthritis and asthma, impacting 6.7 and 6.1% of residents respectively. 74.9% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 75.8% across Greater Sydney. Revesby has 16.8% of residents aged 65 and over (3,146 people). Health outcomes among seniors require more attention than the broader 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's population has a high level of cultural diversity, with 39.9% born overseas and 49.7% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion in Revesby, accounting for 55.0% of its population, which is lower than the Greater Sydney average of 27.9%. Islam makes up 11.9% of Revesby's population, significantly lower than the regional average.

The top three ancestry groups are Other (17.1%), Australian (16.4%), and English (13.9%). Some ethnic groups show notable differences in representation: Lebanese at 7.2% (compared to 14.9% regionally), Vietnamese at 5.2% (vs 8.5%), and Macedonian at 1.3% (vs 1.7%) are overrepresented, while others may be underrepresented compared to regional averages.

Revesby's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The median age in Revesby is close to Greater Sydney's average of 37 years and equivalent to Australia's median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, Revesby has a higher proportion of residents aged 55-64 (11.6%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (13.0%). Between the 2021 Census and the present day, the proportion of residents aged 15-24 has grown from 12.4% to 13.8%, while the proportion of those aged 25-34 has declined from 13.6% to 13.0%. By 2041, Revesby's age composition is expected to change significantly. The population aged 75-84 is projected to grow by 74%, reaching 1,659 people from 954. This growth will contribute to the overall increase in the proportion of residents aged 65 and above, who are projected to comprise 54% of the total population growth. Conversely, population declines are projected for those aged 0-4 and 5-14.