RIVERSTONE
RIVERSTONE Property Overview
Local Schools (2)
Independent (1)
Norwest Christian College
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Riverstone High School
DetailsRIVERSTONE 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.