Revesby (NSW)

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According to ABS population updates evaluated for the surrounding district, alongside newly verified addresses from Districts since the Census, the suburb of Revesby has an estimated residency of approximately 16,810 as of May 2026. This represents an expansion of 1,542 people (10.1%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 15,268 people. This shift is deduced from a resident count of 16,742, calculated by Districts using the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) and a further 235 validated new addresses since the Census date. Such a population size results in a density of 2,996 persons per square kilometer, placing the locality in the top quartile of Australian areas analyzed by Districts. The 10.1% increase in the suburb of Revesby since the 2021 census outpaced both the SA3 area (5.4%) and the SA4 region, establishing it as a regional growth leader. Overseas migration was the primary driver of these gains, accounting for roughly 85.0% of the total population growth in recent times.

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The locality contains a highly educated workforce with a significant proportion in professional services, an unemployment rate of 5.2%, and an estimated job growth rate of 3.4% over the past year, according to aggregated statistical area data from Districts. As of March 2026, 8,656 residents are employed, while the jobless rate is 1.0% higher than the Greater Sydney level of 4.1%, and labor participation is slightly below average (66.2% compared to 69.1% in Greater Sydney). Census data indicates that a substantial 44.0% of workers did their jobs from home, though this may have been influenced by COVID-19 lockdown restrictions.

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According to the most recent postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2023, Revesby taxpayers earn a median income of $49,689 and an average income of $60,923. This falls below the national benchmark and compares to a median of $60,817 and an average of $83,003 in Greater Sydney. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current projections estimate these figures at roughly $54,817 (median) and $67,210 (average) as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census puts household incomes at the 55th percentile ($1,844 weekly) and personal incomes at the 32nd percentile. In terms of income distribution, the largest cohort consists of 31.4% earning between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly (5,278 residents), which is consistent with the broader region where this bracket accounts for . High housing costs absorb of household income, yet solid overall earnings keep disposable income at the nd percentile, and the SEIFA income index places the area in the th decile.

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The local housing stock at the time of the latest Census consisted of 63.0% detached houses and 37.0% other options (such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and alternative dwellings), compared to 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings across metro Sydney. Home ownership rates were identical to the metro Sydney average at 30.1%, with the remaining properties either under mortgage (33.0%) or rented (36.9%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,472 was higher than the metro Sydney average of $2,427, while the median weekly rent stood at $450 compared to metro Sydney's average of $470. On a national level, mortgage repayments are significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are well above the national median of $375.

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Families make up 76.2% of the local households, consisting of couples with children (39.8%), couples without children (20.0%), and single-parent households (14.9%). Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 23.8%, which includes single-person households at 21.5% and group share houses at 2.4%. The median household size of 2.9 individuals exceeds the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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Attainment levels in Revesby are lower than regional benchmarks, with 29.4% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree compared to 38.0% across Greater Sydney. This disparity suggests room for further educational and skill development. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 21.1%, followed by postgraduate degrees (6.5%) and graduate diplomas (1.8%). Vocational training is common, with 29.3% of residents aged 15+ holding technical credentials, including advanced diplomas (11.1%) and certificates (18.2%).

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Analysis of the public transport network shows 141 active stops within Revesby, including a combination of bus and train options. These locations are connected to 53 separate routes, which provide a total of 3,955 weekly passenger trips. Transport access is classified as outstanding, with residents living an average of 141 meters from their nearest stop. Being primarily residential, most workers travel outside the area for work, with private vehicles remaining the primary choice at 78%, followed by train travel at 14%. Car ownership averages 1.3 vehicles per household. A significant 44.0% of the workforce worked from home, based on the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions.

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Based on Districts' evaluation of mortality data and the occurrence of chronic illnesses, Revesby exhibits positive health profiles. While common medical problems are infrequent among the wider population, they are more prevalent than the national average among older, vulnerable cohorts. The percentage of residents with private health insurance is relatively low, accounting for roughly 51% of the population (~8,581 people) compared to 59.9% in Greater Sydney.

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Revesby displays a high degree of cultural diversity, with 41.7% of the population born in other countries and 51.5% using a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religion, representing 53.9% of the local population. However, the most distinct religious concentration is Islam, which accounts for 12.1% of the population, significantly exceeding the Greater Sydney average of 6.8%.

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The median age of 38 years matches the national average and is very close to the Greater Sydney median of 37. Compared to Greater Sydney, Revesby has a larger proportion of residents aged 65 - 74 (10.0%) but a smaller proportion of people aged 25 - 34 (13.1%). Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age bracket expanded from 12.2% to 13.5%, and the 65 to 74 group rose from 8.9% to 10.0%, while the cohort aged 85 and over fell from 3.4% to 2.6%. By 2041, significant changes in the age profile are anticipated. Leading these shifts, the 75 to bracket is projected to increase by ( people), climbing from to . The aging trend is pronounced, with residents aged + representing of the projected population increase. Conversely, demographic drops are expected for children aged to and to .

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Revesby currently has an estimated 941 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 579 children aged 0-2 and 386 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 1% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 6% by 2041 (to approximately 884 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 1,647. Birth rates in the area have averaged 11.9 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a high rate (among the top 30% of areas assessed nationally).