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Riverwood

NSW 2210 • Greater Sydney

12,793
Population (2021)
$62,920
Median Household Income
3.84 km²
Area
$300/wk
Median Rent
MulticulturalTrain ConnectedAffordableDeveloping Area

About Riverwood

Riverwood is a diverse suburb in the Canterbury-Bankstown region, where nearly 13,000 residents access good transport and improving amenities. The train station provides T3 Bankstown Line access, and recent development has added apartments to the housing mix. The demographics include significant Chinese and Vietnamese communities.

Riverwood Plaza provides local shopping with increasingly diverse dining options. Salt Pan Creek Reserve provides bushland and walking trails. Riverwood attracts young families and migrants seeking affordable living with train access. It's multicultural Sydney evolving—changing, connected, and increasingly interesting.

Riverwood falls under postcode 2210 and is governed by Canterbury-Bankstown Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Oatley electorate.

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📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2210
Urban Area
Canterbury
LGA / Council
Canterbury-Bankstown
Federal Electorate
Banks
State Electorate
Oatley
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.95°, 151.05°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
3.84 km²
Elevation
15m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Riverwood for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$1.4M
81 sales · ▼ 3.4% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$638K
133 sales · ▲ 0.4% vs 2024

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$300
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
40 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
28%

1113 state housing + 223 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Local bus services — Sydney CBD Varies

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
17 km
By Train
Train access via local station
By Car (Peak)
25-45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20-35 min

🛣️ Located 17 km from Sydney CBD

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be done on foot near the local centre, but most residents rely on a car for daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • ALDI
    247 - 253 Belmore Road, Riverwood NSW 2210

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Canterbury-Bankstown Local Government Area, which contains Riverwood. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
130.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 4.3%
Motor vehicle theft
167.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
311.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 1.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
10.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.2%
Steal from vehicle
289.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 4.6%
View all 62 offence types for Canterbury-Bankstown →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
12,103
Census 2021
12,793
▲ 5.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$23,764
Personal Income 2021
$29,328
▲ 23.4% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$29,328 / yr
$564/wk
Household
$62,920 / yr
$1210/wk
Family
$81,276 / yr
$1563/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,970
Born Overseas 6,992

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 2,340
  • 2. Philippines 382
  • 3. Lebanon 360
  • 4. Vietnam 355
  • 5. Hong Kong 344
  • 6. Indonesia 321
  • 7. New Zealand 253
  • 8. Nepal 236
  • 9. India 188
  • 10. Bangladesh 140

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Chinese 4,141
Australian 1,387
English 1,344
Lebanese 701
Filipino 499
Vietnamese 413
Irish 394
Greek 378
Italian 338
Scottish 290

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,767
Both parents born in Australia
9,292
Both parents born overseas
872
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
40.1%
No Religion
30.6%
Islam
10.7%
Buddhism
7.0%
Hinduism
3.1%
Sikhism
0.2%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
642 (5.0%)
5-14 years
1,329 (10.4%)
15-19 years
616 (4.8%)
20-24 years
865 (6.8%)
25-34 years
1,931 (15.1%)
35-44 years
1,733 (13.5%)
45-54 years
1,525 (11.9%)
55-64 years
1,685 (13.2%)
65-74 years
1,331 (10.4%)
75-84 years
820 (6.4%)
85+ years
311 (2.4%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Riverwood known for? +

Riverwood is a well-established residential suburb in Canterbury-Bankstown, NSW, with a population of approximately 12,793 residents. The suburb is valued for its local schools, parks, and community facilities.

How far is Riverwood from Sydney CBD? +

Riverwood is approximately 17 kilometres from Sydney CBD, typically a 20-35 min drive outside peak hours.

Does Riverwood have public transport? +

Riverwood is served by local bus services connecting to the broader NSW network. Nearby train stations provide access to Sydney CBD.

What is the population of Riverwood? +

According to the 2021 Census, Riverwood has a population of approximately 12,793 residents.

Is Riverwood a good place to live? +

Riverwood offers a practical and liveable lifestyle with local schools, parks, and shopping. With a median income around $46,854, it attracts a broad demographic mix.

What is the postcode for Riverwood? +

The postcode for Riverwood, NSW is 2210.

What is the average income in Riverwood? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Riverwood is about $564 per week (around $29,300 per year). The median household income is $1,210 per week and the median family income is $1,563 per week.

What is the median house price in Riverwood? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,400,000, down 3.4% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $637,500, up 0.4% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Riverwood? +

The median age in Riverwood is 40. The largest age group is 25–34 (1,931 residents, around 15%). Around 20% of residents are under 20 and about 19% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Riverwood a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Riverwood is part of the Canterbury-Bankstown LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.

How much is rent in Riverwood? +

In Riverwood, the median weekly rent is $300, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,167 (2021 Census).