RIVERSTONE

Sydney Inner
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House Median
This suburb $1,220,000
Sydney average $1,750,000
Unit Median
This suburb $900,000
Sydney average $840,000
Safety Index
Crime rate 10,235
NSW average 6,635
Chinese Population
This suburb 3.4%
NSW average 5%
Population
Total 8,627
Density 1,355.0/km²
Region Info
Region Sydney Inner
State New South Wales

RIVERSTONE Property Overview

Purchase Prices (2025 Q2)
House Median $1,220,000
House Sales Volume 254 sales
Unit Median $900,000
Unit Sales Volume -
Rental Prices (Weekly)
2 Bed House $528/wk
3 Bed House $700/wk
2 Bed Unit $525/wk
3 Bed Unit No data
Data source: NSW Rent and Sales Report 2025 Q2/Q3

RIVERSTONE Safety Index

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) September 2025
Exercise Caution
Crime rate: 10,235 per 100,000 Above NSW average (6,635)
1.54x
vs NSW Average

Crime Rate Comparison

RIVERSTONE 10,235/100k
NSW Average 6,635/100k

Safety Tips

RIVERSTONE has a crime rate above the NSW average. It's recommended to be mindful of personal and property security, avoid walking alone late at night, and keep valuables secured.

RIVERSTONE Community Profile

Data source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census

Population Overview

8,627
Total Population
1,355
people/km² density
3.4%
Chinese Population
Near average

Major Ethnicities

1
Australia
2,628 people
30.5%
2
England
2,258 people
26.2%
3
India
583 people
6.8%
4
Ireland
566 people
6.6%
5
Scotland
519 people
6.0%

Transport

54.8 km
to Sydney CBD
53 min
drive to CBD
65 min
transit to CBD
Has Station
in this suburb

Local Schools (2)

Independent (1)

Norwest Christian College

Details
61.1 score K-12 Co-ed

Public (1)

Riverstone High School

Details
Year 7-12 Co-ed

RIVERSTONE Neighbouring Suburbs

Property data: © NSW Government (2025 Q2) | 5 neighbouring suburbs

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About RIVERSTONE

Riverstone is located in Central Sydney, approximately 54.8km from CBD, about 65 minutes by public transport. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 8,627 with a density of 1355 people/km².

Property: According to NSW Rent and Sales Report (Nov 2025), house median $1,220,000, below Sydney average; unit median $900,000, on par with Sydney average.

Education: According to NESA 2025 HSC results, government school Riverstone High School has 1 Distinguished Achievers; independent school Norwest Christian College has 41.

Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 10235 per 100,000, 1.54x the NSW average, crime rate slightly above average.

Demographics: Australian comprises 30.46%, the largest ethnic group, followed by English (26.17%) and Indian (6.76%).

Transport: Has a train station.

Frequently Asked Questions

According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), Riverstone has a house median of $1,220,000 and unit median of $900,000. Property prices are below Sydney median, offering good value.

According to NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (September 2025), Riverstone has a crime rate of 10235 per 100,000, which is 1.54x the NSW average (6635). Slightly above NSW average, recommend understanding specific conditions.

Government schools: Riverstone High School, 2024 HSC results: 1 Distinguished Achievers. Catholic schools: St Luke's Catholic College (Secondary), 2024 HSC results: 13 Distinguished Achievers (neighbouring suburb). Independent schools: Norwest Christian College, 2024 HSC results: 41 Distinguished Achievers, 1 Top Achievers, AU Guide Score 61.1.

According to ABS 2021 Census, Riverstone has a population of 8,627, with Chinese comprising 3.40%. Lower Chinese proportion, suitable for families seeking integration into local community. Main ethnic groups: Aust (30.46%), English (26.17%), Indian (6.76%), Irish (6.56%), Scottish (6.02%).

Riverstone is approximately 54.8km from Sydney CBD, about 53 minutes by car or 65 minutes by public transport. This suburb has a train station on the T1 North Shore & Western Line; T5 Cumberland Line line(s). Far from city centre, suitable for families not requiring frequent commuting.