Riverview (NSW)

Riverview is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

As of May 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Riverview (NSW) is around 3,400. This reflects a growth of 252 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 3,148. The latest ABS ERP data release from June 2025 and two validated new addresses indicate this estimate. This results in a density ratio of 2,481 persons per square kilometer, placing Riverview in the upper quartile nationally according to AreaSearch assessments. Riverview's population growth of 8.0% since the 2021 Census exceeded both its SA4 region (5.9%) and state averages, making it a growth leader. Overseas migration contributed approximately 79.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for Riverview, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For future population dynamics, Riverview is expected to increase by 455 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a gain of 13.4% over the 16 years.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Riverview had around 42 dwelling approvals each year over the past five financial years ending June 2021, totalling approximately 210 homes. As of July 2026, one approval has been recorded in FY-26.

The population decline in recent years has maintained adequate housing supply relative to demand, resulting in a balanced market with good buyer choice. Compared to Greater Sydney, Riverview has 103% more construction activity per person, indicating strong developer confidence in the location. New developments consist of 4% detached houses and 96% townhouses or apartments, offering affordable entry points for downsizers, investors, and first-home buyers. This shift from the area's existing housing composition (currently 98% houses) suggests decreasing developable sites and changing lifestyles' need for diverse, affordable housing options. With around 30 people per dwelling approval, Riverview exhibits growth area characteristics. By 2041, AreaSearch estimates Riverview will grow by 455 residents, with current construction levels likely meeting demand and potentially exceeding growth forecasts.

Looking ahead, Riverview is expected to grow by 455 residents through to 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). With current construction levels, housing supply should adequately meet demand, creating favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

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

Eleven infrastructure projects have been identified by AreaSearch as potentially impacting the region. Notable ones include St Leonards Plaza & Interchange, Lane Cove Industrial Complex, Lane Cove Sport & Recreation Centre, and Beaches Link and Gore Hill Freeway Connection.

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Employment conditions in Riverview demonstrate strong performance, ranking among the top 35% of areas assessed nationally

Riverview has an educated workforce, with the technology sector prominent. Its unemployment rate was 3.0% in December 2025, below Greater Sydney's 4.2%. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 3.3%.

As of December 2025, 1,869 residents were employed, with a workforce participation rate similar to Greater Sydney's 68.8%. Sixty-five point three percent of residents worked from home, possibly due to Covid-19 lockdowns. Dominant employment sectors include professional & technical, health care & social assistance, and finance & insurance. Professional & technical jobs were particularly high at 1.6 times the regional level, while construction employed just 4.8% of local workers compared to Greater Sydney's 8.6%.

The worker-to-resident ratio was 0.7, indicating ample employment opportunities locally. Between December 2024 and December 2025, employment increased by 3.3%, labour force grew by 3.3%, with unemployment remaining stable. In contrast, Greater Sydney saw employment growth of 2.2% and labour force growth of 2.3%, with a marginal rise in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest total employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Riverview's employment mix, local employment is expected to increase by 7.7% over five years and 15.2% over ten years.

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

The suburb of Riverview had an exceptionally high income level nationally according to ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. The median income among taxpayers was $75,778 and the average income stood at $116,860, compared to Greater Sydney's figures of $60,817 and $83,003 respectively. By March 2026, current estimates based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% would be approximately $83,598 (median) and $128,920 (average). Census data reveals household, family and personal incomes all rank highly in Riverview, between the 96th and 99th percentiles nationally. Income brackets indicate that 59.4% of locals (2,019 people) fall within the $4000+ category, unlike metropolitan trends where 30.9% fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 range. Higher earners represent a substantial presence with 68.8% exceeding $3,000 weekly. After housing costs, residents retain 89.2% of income. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 8th decile.

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

As of the latest Census, Riverview's dwelling structure consisted of 98.3% houses and 1.8% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Sydney metro's 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Riverview stood at 48.9%, with mortgaged dwellings at 43.0% and rented dwellings at 8.1%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $4,333, higher than Sydney metro's average of $2,427. Median weekly rent in Riverview was recorded at $1,000, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Riverview's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 88.7% of all households, including 54.7% couples with children, 23.9% couples without children, and 10.1% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 11.3%, with lone person households at 10.2% and group households comprising 0.9%. The median household size is 3.2 people, which is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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

Riverview's educational attainment is notably higher than national averages. Among residents aged 15+, 58.4% have university qualifications, surpassing Australia's 30.4% and NSW's 32.2%. This is driven by bachelor degrees (36.3%), postgraduate qualifications (18.1%), and graduate diplomas (4.0%). Vocational pathways account for 15.0%, with advanced diplomas at 8.3% and certificates at 6.7%.

Educational participation is high, with 37.0% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 13.0% in secondary education, 11.8% in primary education, and 8.5% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Riverview has 32 active public transport stops offering a mix of ferry and bus services. These stops are served by 20 routes, facilitating 571 weekly passenger trips in total. Transport accessibility is excellent, with residents located an average of 107 meters from the nearest stop. Most commuting in this primarily residential area is outward-bound. Car remains the dominant mode at 84%, with train usage at 6% and walking at 5%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.8 per dwelling, exceeding the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, a high 65.3% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency across all routes averages 81 trips per day, equating to approximately 17 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Riverview's health outcomes show exceptional results based on AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are very low across all age groups. Approximately 73% of Riverview's total population (2,479 people) has private health cover, compared to Greater Sydney's 59.9%, which is higher than the national average of 55.7%.

The most prevalent medical conditions in Riverview are asthma and arthritis, affecting 6.9 and 6.5% of residents respectively. Around 74.6% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, similar to Greater Sydney's figure. Riverview has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 17.2%, compared to Greater Sydney's 15.5%. Health outcomes among seniors in Riverview are strong, generally aligning with national rankings for the general population.

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

Riverview's cultural diversity was found to be above average, with 14.3% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 26.3% born overseas. Christianity was the main religion in Riverview, making up 66.0% of people. However, Judaism showed notable overrepresentation at 1.3%, compared to Greater Sydney's 0.8%.

The top three ancestry groups were English (24.0%), Australian (21.0%), and Irish (12.6%). Hungarian, South Australian, and Polish ethnicities were notably divergent from regional averages, with Hungarians comprising 0.9% of Riverview's population versus 0.3% regionally, South Australians at 1.1% versus 0.5%, and Poles at 1.0% versus 0.6%.

Riverview's median age exceeds the national pattern

The median age in Riverview is 42 years, which is significantly higher than Greater Sydney's average of 37 years and considerably older than Australia's median age of 38 years. The 15-24 age group represents 17.9% of Riverview's population, compared to Greater Sydney's percentage, while the 25-34 cohort makes up 7.0%. This concentration of young adults aged 15-24 is well above the national average of 12.7%. According to post-2021 Census data, the 15-24 age group has grown from 15.1% to 17.9%, while the 25-34 cohort increased from 5.1% to 7.0%. Conversely, the 5-14 age group has declined from 17.7% to 16.4%, and the 35-44 age group has dropped from 10.8% to 9.6%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes in Riverview, with the 45-54 age group expected to grow by 42% (236 people), reaching 801 from 564. Conversely, the 0-4 and 25-34 age cohorts are projected to experience population declines.