Revesby Heights

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

As of May 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Revesby Heights is around 1,882 people. This reflects a decrease from the 2021 Census figure of 1,916 people, a change inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 1,876 following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2025 and validation of an additional 10 new addresses since the Census date. This population level equates to a density ratio of 2,352 persons per square kilometer, placing Revesby Heights in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Over the past decade, ending in June 2025, Revesby Heights demonstrated resilient growth patterns with a compound annual growth rate of 1.1%, outpacing the SA4 region. Population growth for the suburb was primarily driven by overseas migration, contributing approximately 84.0% 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 areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch utilises NSW State Government's SA2 level projections released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Applying growth rates by age group from these aggregations to all areas, projections anticipate a population increase just below the median of statistical areas across the nation for Revesby Heights, expecting an expansion of 101 persons to reach 2,041 people by 2041, reflecting an overall increase of approximately 5.0% in total over the 16-year period from 2025 to 2041.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Revesby Heights according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers allocated from statistical area data shows Revesby Heights has had around 9 dwelling approvals per year. Between FY21 and FY25, approximately 46 homes were approved, with another 8 in FY26 so far. Population decline in recent years suggests adequate development activity relative to population change, benefiting buyers.

New properties are constructed at an average expected cost of $483,000, indicating a focus on the premium segment. This financial year has seen $76,000 in commercial approvals, suggesting minimal commercial development activity. Compared to Greater Sydney, Revesby Heights has 13.0% less building activity per person and ranks at the 69th percentile nationally. Recent development consists entirely of attached dwellings, appealing to downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers, marking a shift from the area's current housing composition (73.0% houses). The location has approximately 197 people per dwelling approval, indicating low density.

By 2041, Revesby Heights is projected to grow by 95 residents. At current development rates, new housing supply should meet demand comfortably, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting population growth beyond current projections.

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

No projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are likely to impact the area. Key projects include Revesby Workers Club Redevelopment, UMA Centre Padstow Transformation Project, Heathcote Road Upgrade from Infantry Parade to The Avenue, and Mixed use development including affordable housing in Padstow.

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AreaSearch analysis places Revesby Heights well above average for employment performance across multiple indicators

Revesby Heights has an educated workforce with prominent representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate was 3.4% as of a recent period. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 2.9%.

As of December 2025, 1,166 residents were employed, with an unemployment rate of 0.8% below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation in Revesby Heights was 81.0%, higher than Greater Sydney's 68.8%. According to Census responses, 46.9% of residents worked from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Dominant employment sectors include health care & social assistance, education & training, and construction.

The area specializes in education & training, with an employment share 1.4 times the regional level. Conversely, professional & technical services had lower representation at 6.9% compared to the regional average of 11.5%. Employment opportunities locally may be limited, as indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. Over the 12 months to December 2025, employment increased by 2.9%, while labour force increased by 2.9%, keeping unemployment broadly flat. In contrast, Greater Sydney experienced employment growth of 2.2% and labour force growth of 2.3%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project national employment expansion by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Revesby Heights' employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.6% over five years and 13.6% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not consider localised population projections.

The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis

AreaSearch's latest data for financial year 2023 shows Revesby Heights' median income at $68,978 and average income at $84,643. This is higher than Greater Sydney's median income of $60,817 and average income of $83,003. As of March 2026, estimated incomes are approximately $76,097 (median) and $93,378 (average), based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023. According to the 2021 Census, Revesby Heights' household, family, and personal incomes rank between the 79th and 93rd percentiles nationally. Income brackets show that 35.0% of locals (658 people) earn between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly, aligning with the region where this cohort represents 30.9%. Notably, 42.9% earn above $3,000 weekly. High housing costs consume 15.6% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 93rd percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 9th decile.

Revesby Heights is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Revesby Heights' dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 72.9% houses and 27.1% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Sydney metro's 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Revesby Heights stood at 34.2%, with mortgaged dwellings at 46.3% and rented dwellings at 19.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,726, higher than Sydney metro's average of $2,427. The median weekly rent in Revesby Heights was $650, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Revesby Heights' mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 86.2% of all households, including 49.2% couples with children, 23.2% couples without children, and 12.6% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 13.8%, with lone person households at 12.6% and group households comprising 2.0% of the total. The median household size is 3.1 people, which is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

Revesby Heights demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics

Revesby Heights' residents aged 15 and above have a university degree qualification rate of 29.8%, which is lower than Greater Sydney's 38.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 21.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 5.7% and graduate diplomas at 2.3%. Vocational credentials are held by 37.6% of residents, with advanced diplomas at 13.9% and certificates at 23.7%. Educational participation is high, with 32.8% currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 10.7% in primary education, 9.4% in secondary education, and 6.0% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Revesby Heights has 13 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 7 different routes that collectively facilitate 332 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these transport services is rated as excellent, with residents typically located just 98 meters from the nearest stop. As a predominantly residential area, most residents commute outward from Revesby Heights. Car remains the primary mode of transportation, used by 88% of residents, while train use stands at 8%. The average vehicle ownership per dwelling is 1.8, which exceeds the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census data, a significant proportion of residents, specifically 46.9%, work from home, potentially due to COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency averages out to 47 trips per day across all routes, translating to approximately 25 weekly trips per individual stop.

Revesby Heights's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Revesby Heights' health outcomes show exceptional results based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence.

The area has a very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups. Approximately 60% of the total population (1,135 people) have private health cover, which is exceptionally high. The most prevalent medical conditions are asthma and arthritis, affecting 7.3 and 5.4% of residents respectively. A majority, 77.3%, report being completely free of medical ailments compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. In Revesby Heights, 11.4% of residents are aged 65 and over (214 people), lower than the 15.5% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors align with national rankings and are broadly similar to those of the general population.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Revesby Heights was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Revesby Heights had a higher cultural diversity than most local areas, with 25.4% of its population born overseas and 31.2% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity was the predominant religion in Revesby Heights, accounting for 63.6% of its population, compared to 49.2% across Greater Sydney. The top three ancestry groups were Australian (19.8%), English (17.4%), and Other (14.1%).

Notably, Lebanese (6.1%) and Greek (5.7%) populations were higher than the regional averages of 2.6% and 1.9%, respectively, while Macedonian was at 1.6% compared to 0.4%.

Revesby Heights's population is younger than the national pattern

Revesby Heights's median age is 35 years, which is slightly younger than Greater Sydney's 37 and somewhat younger than Australia's national average of 38. The 5-14 age group comprises 14.8% of Revesby Heights' population compared to Greater Sydney's percentage. However, the 25-34 age cohort makes up only 13.6%. Between 2021 and present, the 75-84 age group has grown from 2.0% to 3.2%, while the 15-24 cohort increased from 14.3% to 15.4%. Conversely, the 55-64 age group has declined from 11.0% to 9.9%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate significant demographic changes in Revesby Heights. The 45-54 age cohort is projected to increase by 40 people (16%), from 257 to 298. Conversely, population declines are forecasted for the 0-4 and 5-14 cohorts.