Revesby Heights (NSW)

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According to ABS population updates evaluated for the broader region alongside recently validated addresses by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Revesby Heights has a projected population of approximately 1,882 as of May 2026. This represents a decline of 34 people (1.8%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 1,916 people. The estimate is derived from a resident population of 1,876 calculated by Districts using the ABS June 2025 ERP release, combined with 10 validated new addresses added since the Census. This population level translates to a density of 2,352 persons per square kilometer, placing the locality in the top quartile of national sites analyzed by Districts. Over the last ten years, the suburb of Revesby Heights has shown stable expansion with a 1.1% compound annual growth rate, exceeding the wider SA4 region. Net overseas migration was the main driver of growth, accounting for approximately 84.0% of population increases in recent times.

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Revesby Heights features an educated labor force with a strong presence in essential services, an unemployment rate of just 3.6%, and stable employment patterns over the past year, according to aggregated regional statistics compiled by Districts. In March 2026, there were 1,136 employed residents, with the local unemployment rate sitting 0.6% below the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%, while workforce participation reached 79.1% compared to 69.1% across Greater Sydney. Census data indicates that 46.9% of working residents performed their jobs from home, though this figure was likely influenced by pandemic restrictions.

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Based on Districts' compilation of the latest ATO postcode statistics for the 2023 financial year, Revesby Heights had a median taxpayer income of $68,978 and an average income of $84,643. These figures are among the highest nationwide, compared to median and average levels of $60,817 and $83,003 in Greater Sydney. Accounting for Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since the 2023 financial year, updated estimates for March 2026 stand at approximately $76,097 for the median and $93,378 for the average. In the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes all ranked highly, placing between the 79th and 93rd percentiles across Australia. The dominant weekly income bracket is $1,500 - 2,999, containing 35.0% of residents (658 people), which aligns with the metropolitan rate of 30.9% in the same category. Financial strength is evident, with 42.9% of households earning more than $3,000 weekly, which underpins consumer spending. High housing expenses take up 15.6% of household income, but strong earnings keep disposable income at the 93rd percentile, while the SEIFA income index places the area in the 9th decile.

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At the time of the last Census, the housing structure in Revesby Heights was composed of 72.9% separate houses and 27.1% semi-detached properties, townhouses, and apartments, compared to 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings across metro Sydney. Home ownership rates were notably high at 34.2%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (46.3%) or occupied by tenants (19.4%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was $2,726, compared to the Sydney metro average of $2,427, while the median weekly rent was $650, compared to $470 in the metropolitan area. Nationally, mortgage repayments in Revesby Heights are higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and rental costs are above the national benchmark of $375.

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Families make up the vast majority of households at 86.2%, which is composed of couples with children at 49.2%, couples without children at 23.2%, and single-parent households at 12.6%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 13.8%, including single-person households at 12.6% and group housing at 2.0%. The median household occupancy stands at 3.1 people, which is higher than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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Educational attainment levels in Revesby Heights sit below the regional average, with 29.8% of residents aged 15 and over holding a university degree compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 21.8%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 5.7% and graduate diplomas at 2.3%. Vocational qualifications are common, with 37.6% of residents aged 15 and over holding technical qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas at 13.9% and certificates at 23.7%.

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Analysis of transit options shows 13 active bus stops operating in Revesby Heights. These stops are served by 7 distinct routes, which provide a combined total of 332 passenger services each week. Accessibility is excellent, with residents living an average of 98 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the residential nature of the suburb, most workers commute out of the area, with private cars remaining the main transit mode at 88% and trains accounting for 8%. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.8 cars per dwelling, which is higher than the regional average. A high proportion of residents, 46.9%, worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era restrictions.

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Health indicators reveal excellent outcomes in Revesby Heights, based on an assessment of mortality rates and chronic disease indicators by Districts. The prevalence of common illnesses is very low across all age brackets, and the level of private health insurance coverage is exceptionally high, encompassing approximately 60% of the population (1,135 people).

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Revesby Heights exhibits high cultural diversity compared to most local areas, with 25.4% of residents born outside Australia and 31.2% using a non-English language at home. Christianity is the predominant religion, representing 63.6% of the population, compared to 49.2% recorded across Greater Sydney.

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The median age of 35 years in Revesby Heights is slightly lower than Greater Sydney's median of 37 and the national average of 38. The 5 - 14 age bracket is highly represented at 14.8% compared to Greater Sydney, while the 25 - 34 cohort is less common at 13.6%. Since 2021, the 75 to 84 cohort has increased from 2.0% to 3.2% of the population, and the 15 to 24 group has risen from 14.3% to 15.4%, while the 55 to 64 bracket fell from 11.0% to 9.9%. Population projections for 2041 point to changing demographics, with the 45 to 54 cohort expected to grow by 40 people (16%) from 257 to 298, while declines are projected for the 0 to 4 and 5 to 14 age groups.

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Revesby Heights currently has an estimated 114 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 64 children aged 0-2 and 42 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 2% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 13% by 2041 (to approximately 99 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 185. Birth rates in the area have averaged 11.8 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a moderate rate (among the top 30% of areas assessed nationally).