Revesby

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

As of Feb 2026, the population of Revesby is estimated at around 16,997, reflecting an increase of 1,729 people since the 2021 Census. The 2021 Census reported a population of 15,268 in Revesby. This growth was inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 15,979 following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2024), and an additional 232 validated new addresses since the Census date. The suburb's population density is 3,029 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Revesby's growth of 11.3% since the 2021 census exceeded both the SA4 region (7.6%) and the state level. Overseas migration contributed approximately 85.0% of overall population gains during recent periods in Revesby.

For future projections, AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data, NSW State Government's SA2 level projections released in 2022 with a base year of 2021 are utilized. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. By 2041, the suburb is expected to increase its population by approximately 2,016 persons, reflecting a total increase of 5.8% over the 17-year period.

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

Based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers derived from statistical area data, Revesby has averaged approximately 124 new dwelling approvals per year. Over the past five financial years, between FY-21 and FY-25, around 623 homes have been approved, with an additional 78 approved so far in FY-26. The average number of new residents arriving per new home over these five years is estimated at 1.2 per year, indicating a balanced supply and demand market that supports stable conditions.

The average value of new dwellings being developed is $472,000, suggesting a focus on the premium market with high-end developments. This financial year has seen $17.7 million in commercial approvals registered, reflecting steady commercial investment activity in Revesby. Comparatively, Revesby shows moderately higher development activity than Greater Sydney, at 44.0% above the regional average per person over the five-year period. This preserves reasonable buyer options while sustaining existing property demand. The new development composition consists of 18.0% standalone homes and 82.0% townhouses or apartments, marking a significant shift from the current housing pattern of 63.0% houses.

This trend suggests diminishing developable land availability and responds to evolving lifestyle preferences and housing affordability needs. With around 155 people per dwelling approval, Revesby exhibits characteristics of a growth area. Looking ahead, Revesby is projected to grow by approximately 991 residents through to 2041, according to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Given current construction levels, housing supply should adequately meet demand, creating favourable conditions for buyers and potentially enabling population growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Revesby has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally

The performance of a region is significantly influenced by changes in local infrastructure projects and planning initiatives. AreaSearch has identified a total of 21 projects that could impact this area. Notable projects include Uranus Road Culvert Upgrade, Revesby Place Mixed Development, 29-35 Lochinvar Road Seniors Housing, and 4 Doyle Road Residential Development. The following list details those most likely to be relevant.

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

Revesby has an educated workforce with strong professional services representation. The unemployment rate was 5.1% in the past year, with estimated employment growth of 3.5%. As of September 2025, 8,478 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 5.1%, which is 0.9% higher than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%.

Workforce participation in Revesby is 67.9%, compared to Greater Sydney's 70.0%. According to Census responses, 44.0% of residents work from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. The leading employment industries are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and professional & technical services. Revesby has a high specialization in transport, postal & warehousing (1.6 times the regional level), but is under-represented in professional & technical services (8.9% vs Greater Sydney's 11.5%).

Employment opportunities locally may be limited, as indicated by the working population to resident population ratio. In the 12-month period ending September 2025, employment increased by 3.5%, labour force grew by 4.0%, and unemployment rose by 0.5 percentage points. This contrasts with Greater Sydney's employment growth of 2.1%, labour force growth of 2.4%, and unemployment rise of 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Revesby's industry mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.5% over five years and 13.5% over ten years, though this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

The area's income profile falls below national averages based on AreaSearch analysis

The median taxpayer income in Revesby is $49,689 according to postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. The average income stands at $60,923. Nationally, the median income is higher at $60,817 and the average is $83,003. By September 2025, estimates suggest the median income will be approximately $54,091 and the average will be around $66,321, based on an 8.86% growth in wages since financial year 2023. According to the 2021 Census, household income ranks at the 55th percentile with a weekly income of $1,844. Personal income is at the 32nd percentile. In terms of income distribution, 31.4% of Revesby residents (5,337 people) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, similar to the metropolitan region where 30.9% occupy this bracket. Housing costs consume 19.2% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 52nd percentile. 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

Revesby's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 63.0% houses and 37.0% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Sydney metro's 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Revesby was at 30.1%, similar to Sydney metro, with mortgaged dwellings at 33.0% and rented ones at 36.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,472, higher than Sydney metro's average of $2,427. Median weekly rent in Revesby was recorded at $450, compared to Sydney metro's $470. 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 has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 76.2% of all households, including 39.8% couples with children, 20.0% couples without children, and 14.9% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 23.8%, with lone person households at 21.5% and group households comprising 2.4% of the total. The median household size is 2.9 people, which 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

In Revesby, as of a specific date range (not specified), 29.4% of residents aged 15 years or older held university degrees, compared to Greater Sydney's 38.0%. This indicates potential for educational development and skill enhancement in the area. Bachelor degrees were most common at 21.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 6.5% and graduate diplomas at 1.8%. Vocational credentials were also prominent, with 29.3% of residents aged 15 years or older holding such qualifications – advanced diplomas accounted for 11.1% and certificates for 18.2%.

Educational participation was notably high, with 31.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This included 10.0% 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

Revesby has 141 active public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by 53 individual routes, collectively facilitating 3,955 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated excellent with residents typically located 141 meters from the nearest stop. As a primarily residential area, most commuters travel outward; cars remain the dominant mode at 78%, while trains account for 14%. On average, there are 1.3 vehicles per dwelling. According to the 2021 Census, 44% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions.

Service frequency averages 565 trips daily across all routes, equating to approximately 28 weekly trips per stop. The accompanying map displays the 100 nearest stops to the location's centrepoint.

The level of general health in Revesby is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Revesby demonstrates above-average health outcomes based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. The prevalence of common health conditions is low among the general population but higher than the national average among older, at-risk cohorts.

Approximately 51% of Revesby's total population (~8,676 people) has private health cover, compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney. The most common medical conditions in the area are arthritis and asthma, affecting 6.9% and 6.0% of residents respectively. 74.4% of Revesby residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. Working-age residents show low chronic condition prevalence. The area has 18.1% of residents aged 65 and over (3,076 people), higher than the 15.4% in Greater Sydney but ranking lower nationally 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 41.7% of its population born overseas and 51.5% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Revesby, making up 53.9% of people. Islam is overrepresented compared to Greater Sydney's average, comprising 12.1% of Revesby's population.

The top three ancestry groups are Other (17.2%), Australian (15.9%), and English (13.6%), the latter being lower than the regional average of 19.0%. Notably, Lebanese (7.3%) and Vietnamese (5.7%) ethnicities are overrepresented in Revesby compared to regional averages of 2.6% and 1.8%, respectively. Additionally, Macedonian ethnicity is also overrepresented at 1.3%.

Revesby's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms

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 percentage of residents aged 65-74 (9.9%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (12.4%). Between the 2016 Census and the 2021 Census, the population aged 15-24 increased from 12.2% to 13.9%, while the population aged 25-34 decreased from 13.5% to 12.4%. By 2041, Revesby's age composition is expected to change significantly. The 75-84 age group is projected to grow by 60%, reaching 1,500 people from 934. The population aged 65 and above is expected to comprise 64% of the total growth. Meanwhile, population declines are projected for the 0-4 and 5-14 age groups.