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 Feb 2026, the estimated population of Revesby Heights is around 2,013, reflecting an increase of 97 people since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 1,916. This change is inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of 1,863 residents following examination of ABS ERP data release in June 2024 and validation of 10 new addresses since the Census date. The population density ratio is 2,516 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Over the past decade ending Feb 2026, Revesby Heights has demonstrated resilient growth patterns with a compound annual growth rate of 1.2%, outpacing the SA3 area. Overseas migration contributed approximately 84.0% 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, and NSW State Government's SA2 level projections where applicable, 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 aggregated SA2-level projections, Revesby Heights is expected to expand by 159 persons to 2041, reflecting an increase of 7.7% in total over the 17-year period.

AreaSearch analysis of residential development drivers sees Revesby Heights recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide

Revesby Heights has seen approximately 9 dwelling approvals annually, with 45 approved over the past five financial years from FY21 to FY25, and an additional 6 in FY26. On average, each new dwelling has resulted in 2.1 new residents per year over these five years. The average construction cost value of new homes is $483,000, indicating a focus on the premium segment.

In FY26, there have been $76,000 in commercial approvals, suggesting minimal commercial development activity. Compared to Greater Sydney, Revesby Heights has 17.0% less building activity per person and ranks at the 66th percentile nationally. Recent developments have been entirely attached dwellings, a shift from the area's current housing composition of 73.0% houses. This denser development appeals to downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers, reflecting decreasing developable sites and changing lifestyles. The location has approximately 209 people per dwelling approval, indicating a low density market.

By 2041, Revesby Heights is projected to grow by 155 residents, with current development rates comfortably meeting demand and potentially supporting population growth beyond projections.

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

No changes can significantly impact an area's performance like alterations to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. AreaSearch has identified zero projects that could potentially affect this area. Notable 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. Below is a list of these projects, highlighting those most likely to be relevant.

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

Revesby Heights has a well-educated workforce with significant representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate is 3.3%, lower than the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. Over the past year, ending September 2025, employment grew by an estimated 3.7%.

As of that date, 1,266 residents are employed, with a participation rate of 88.4% compared to Greater Sydney's 70.0%, and an unemployment rate of 0.9% below the regional average. Census data indicates 46.9% of residents work from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. The dominant employment sectors in Revesby Heights are health care & social assistance, education & training, and construction. Notably, education & training has an employment share of 1.4 times the regional level.

Conversely, professional & technical services show lower representation at 6.9% compared to the regional average of 11.5%. The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the ratio of Census working population to resident population. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment increased by 3.7%, while labour force grew by 4.0%, resulting in a 0.3 percentage point rise in unemployment rate. In contrast, Greater Sydney experienced employment growth of 2.1% and labour force growth of 2.4%, with a 0.2 percentage point increase in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest potential future demand within Revesby Heights. Over five years, national employment is projected to expand by 6.6%, and over ten years by 13.7%. Applying these projections to Revesby Heights' employment mix indicates local employment should increase by approximately 6.6% over five years and 13.6% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes and do not account for 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 postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows that median income in Revesby Heights is $68,978 and average income is $84,643. This contrasts with Greater Sydney's median income of $60,817 and average income of $83,003. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Revesby Heights would be approximately $75,089 (median) and $92,142 (average) as of September 2025. According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in Revesby Heights rank between the 79th and 93rd percentiles nationally. Income brackets indicate that 35.0% of locals earn between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly, aligning with the regional average of 30.9%. A significant 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 nationally. 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' dwellings, as per the latest Census, consisted of 72.9% houses and 27.1% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), contrasting with 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 ones at 19.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,726, surpassing Sydney metro's average of $2,427. Median weekly rent in Revesby Heights was $650, higher than 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%. The median household size is 3.1 people, 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

Educational qualifications in Revesby Heights trail regional benchmarks; 29.8% of residents aged 15+ hold university degrees compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney. This gap highlights potential for educational development and skills enhancement. Bachelor degrees lead at 21.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (5.7%) and graduate diplomas (2.3%). Trade and technical skills feature prominently, with 37.6% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (13.9%) and certificates (23.7%).

Educational participation is notably high; 32.8% of residents are 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 operating, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 7 different routes that collectively facilitate 332 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically located just 98 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a predominantly residential area, most residents commute outward. Cars remain the dominant mode of transportation, used by 88% of residents, while trains are used by 8%. On average, there are 1.8 vehicles per dwelling in Revesby Heights, which is higher than the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, a high proportion of residents, specifically 46.9%, work from home, potentially due to COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency averages 47 trips per day across all routes, equating 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 shows excellent health outcomes based on AreaSearch's assessment.

Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are very low across all age groups. Private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 60% of the total population (1,214 people). The most common medical conditions are asthma and arthritis, affecting 7.3 and 5.4% of residents respectively. 77.3% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney. Residents aged 65 and over comprise 11.5% (231 people) of the population, lower than Greater Sydney's 15.4%. Health outcomes among seniors are strong, broadly in line with national rankings for 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 cultural diversity higher 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%, 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 residents made up 6.1% of Revesby Heights' population, higher than the regional average of 2.6%. Similarly, Greeks constituted 5.7%, compared to 1.9% regionally, and Macedonians accounted for 1.6%, higher than the regional 0.4%.

Revesby Heights's population is younger than the national pattern

Revesby Heights has a median age of 35 years, which is slightly younger than Greater Sydney's 37 years and somewhat younger than the national average of 38 years. The 15-24 age group comprises 16.0%, compared to Greater Sydney, while the 25-34 cohort makes up 12.9%. Between 2021 and present, the 15-24 age group has grown from 14.3% to 16.0%, and the 75-84 cohort has increased from 2.0% to 3.2%. Conversely, the 25-34 cohort has decreased from 14.2% to 12.9%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate significant demographic changes for Revesby Heights. The 45-54 age cohort is projected to increase by 48 people (18%), from 269 to 318. Conversely, population declines are projected for the 0-4 and 5-14 cohorts.