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 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. The change is inferred from ABS estimated resident population of 18,506 in June 2024 and additional validated new addresses since the Census date. This equates to a density ratio of 3,670 persons per square kilometer, placing Revesby in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Revesby's growth of 5.8% since the 2021 census exceeded SA3 area (4.0%) and SA4 region, marking it as a growth leader. Overseas migration contributed approximately 85.8% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data, NSW State Government's SA2 level projections are used, released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Based on 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 years.

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 FY25703 homes were approved, with a further 59 approved in FY26 to date. On average, 1.3 people moved to the area each year for every dwelling built during these years.

This suggests a balanced supply and demand, maintaining stable market conditions. New properties are constructed at an average expected cost of $475,000, aligning with regional patterns. In FY26, commercial approvals totaling $7.6 million have been registered, reflecting the area's residential character. Compared to Greater Sydney, Revesby has seen slightly more development, 41.0% above the regional average per person over the past five years. This balances buyer choice while supporting current property values.

However, building activity has slowed in recent years. The new building activity shows a mix of 16.0% detached houses and 84.0% medium to high-density housing. This shift towards compact living offers affordable entry pathways, attracting downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers. This represents a notable change from the area's existing housing composition, which is currently 64.0% houses. Revesby has around 161 people per dwelling approval, indicating characteristics of a low-density area. Population forecasts suggest Revesby will gain 2,099 residents by 2041. 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 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 likely to affect the area. Notable projects include Uranus Road Culvert Upgrade, Rail Power Supply Upgrade - Revesby Station, 29-35 Lochinvar Road Seniors Housing, and Revesby Place Mixed Development. The following list details those 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 having strong representation. The unemployment rate was 4.6% as of June 2025.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 2.4%. In 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 lagged behind Greater Sydney's at 54.3% compared to 60.0%. Leading employment industries among Revesby residents include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and education & training.

The area shows significant specialization in transport, postal & warehousing with an employment share of 1.5 times the regional level. Conversely, professional & technical services had lower representation at 8.5% compared to the regional average of 11.5%. Over the 12 months to June 2025, employment increased by 2.4% while labour force increased by 2.6%, leading to an unemployment rise of 0.2 percentage points in Revesby. In comparison, Greater Sydney recorded employment growth of 2.6%, labour force growth of 2.9%, and an unemployment rise of 0.3 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025 project a 6.6% expansion over five years and 13.7% over ten years for the nation as a whole. Applying these projections to Revesby's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.5% over five years and 13.5% over ten years, based on simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

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

AreaSearch's data for financial year 2022 shows that Revesby's median income is $51,418 and average income is $63,037. This is below Greater Sydney's median of $56,994 and average of $80,856. By September 2025, based on a 12.61% increase since financial year 2022, estimated median income would be approximately $57,902 and average income would be around $70,986. Census 2021 data shows household income ranks at the 61st percentile ($1,932 weekly) and personal income at the 38th percentile. Income brackets indicate that 31.9% of Revesby's community earns between $1,500 - 2,999 per week (5,960 individuals), similar to the metropolitan region where this group represents 30.9%. Housing costs consume 18.7% of income in Revesby, but strong earnings place disposable income 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

In Revesby, as per the latest Census, 63.7% of dwellings were houses while 36.3% were other types such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. This compares to Sydney metropolitan area's figures of 61.5% houses and 38.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Revesby stood at 30.4%, similar to the Sydney metro level. Mortgaged dwellings constituted 34.9% and rented ones made up 34.7%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in Revesby was $2,500, higher than Sydney metro's average of $2,240. Median weekly rent in the area 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, with rents 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 constitute the remaining 22.8%, with lone person households at 20.5% and group households comprising 2.3% of the total. 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

Revesby's educational qualifications trail Greater Sydney's regional benchmarks. Specifically, 29.2% of Revesby residents aged 15+ hold university degrees compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney. This disparity suggests potential for educational development and skills enhancement. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 21.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.3%) and graduate diplomas (1.8%).

Vocational credentials are prominent, with 30.1% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications – advanced diplomas at 11.4% and certificates at 18.7%. Educational participation is 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. Revesby has a robust network of 7 schools educating approximately 3,066 students. The area demonstrates typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 1016) with 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

Transport analysis in Revesby shows 118 active public transport stops operating. These include a mix of train and bus services. There are 56 individual routes servicing these stops, collectively providing 5,900 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 individual 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 shows strong health performance in Revesby with low prevalence of common conditions among the general population. Prevalence is near national averages for older, at-risk cohorts.

Private health cover is approximately 51% (~9,548 people), slightly lower than Greater Sydney's 48.6%. The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (6.7%) and asthma (6.1%). 74.9% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 75.8% in Greater Sydney. Revesby has 16.8% of residents aged 65 and over (3,146 people). Health outcomes for 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 has a high level of cultural diversity, with 39.9% of its population 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 the population. However, Islam is overrepresented compared to the Greater Sydney average, making up 11.9% of Revesby's population.

The top three ancestry groups are Other (17.1%), Australian (16.4%), and English (13.9%). Notably, Lebanese, Vietnamese, and Macedonian ethnic groups have higher representation in Revesby compared to regional averages: Lebanese at 7.2% vs 14.9%, Vietnamese at 5.2% vs 8.5%, and Macedonian at 1.3% vs 1.7%.

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 now, the population aged 15-24 has grown from 12.4% to 13.8%, while the proportion of those aged 25-34 has decreased from 13.6% to 13.0%. By 2041, Revesby's age composition is expected to change significantly. The number of residents aged 75-84 is projected to grow by 74%, reaching 1,659 from 954. This growth will contribute to an increase in the proportion of those aged 65 and over, who are expected to comprise 54% of the population growth. Conversely, declines in population are projected for residents aged 0-4 and 5-14.