Picnic Point
Picnic Point stands out for its high-income, family-oriented housing profile. The suburb has 6,413 residents, a median age of 39, and household income at the 91.8th percentile, well above the national midpoint. Separate houses account for 75.5% of dwellings, while 56.0% have 4 or more bedrooms, giving the area a strongly established residential character. For buyers comparing Picnic Point with nearby Revesby or Panania, the key trade-off is its detached, family-sized setting across 3.86 square kilometres rather than a more town-centre-focused search. Population change across the wider area has reached 13.2% over ten years, although the current forecast is moderate.
Population
6,413
Median Age
39.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$2,459/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
67
Homebuyers are likely to find Picnic Point most suitable when space, family functionality and established ownership matter more than apartment choice. Separate houses make up 75.5% of dwellings, with 56.0% containing 4 or more bedrooms and another 39.5% offering 3 bedrooms. Mortgage holders represent 43.7% of households, higher than the 40.6% owned outright, which points to a substantial mortgage-belt presence. The monthly mortgage figure is $2,817 and mortgage repayments equal 26.5% of household income, while weekly rent is $580 and rent absorbs 23.6%. Because larger homes and couples with children account for 55.6% of families, buyers should compare school access, block usability and renovation needs rather than focus only on dwelling size.
For Buyers
Homebuyers are likely to find Picnic Point most suitable when space, family functionality and established ownership matter more than apartment choice. Separate houses make up 75.5% of dwellings, with 56.0% containing 4 or more bedrooms and another 39.5% offering 3 bedrooms. Mortgage holders represent 43.7% of households, higher than the 40.6% owned outright, which points to a substantial mortgage-belt presence. The monthly mortgage figure is $2,817 and mortgage repayments equal 26.5% of household income, while weekly rent is $580 and rent absorbs 23.6%. Because larger homes and couples with children account for 55.6% of families, buyers should compare school access, block usability and renovation needs rather than focus only on dwelling size.
For Investors
Picnic Point presents an owner-occupier-led investment market, with renting at 14.8%, below both outright ownership at 40.6% and mortgage ownership at 43.7%. Weekly rent is $580 and the vacancy rate is 4.6%, providing a useful starting point for rental assessment, although a current sale price is needed to calculate gross yield. Rent growth across the wider area has reached 45.5%, while overseas migration is the primary forecast growth driver. Development activity is notable, with 69 applications recorded over 12 months, including new dwellings and dual occupancy. Compared with a higher-rental-share suburb, investors may face a smaller tenant pool, but the established family housing base can support demand for 3 and 4-plus bedroom properties.
Development Activity
Total DAs
400
Last 12 Months
67
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
+8.1%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Schools in Picnic Point
Open-register school locations for education access. This is not a school-quality ranking.
Demographics
Picnic Point has a median age of 39, one year below the national comparison, while its average household size of 3.0 is 0.5 above the national figure. The university-qualified share is 39.9%, or 9.8 percentage points above national levels, consistent with the suburb's household income at the 91.8th percentile. English ancestry is recorded for 1,717 residents, followed by Irish at 620 and Greek at 461; Arabic, Greek and Mandarin are among the leading home languages, with counts of 183, 127 and 92. Couples with children make up 55.6% of families, and 83.2% of residents stayed at the same address, indicating relatively low turnover. For households comparing Picnic Point with Revesby or Panania, the larger household profile is an important distinction.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
75.5%
Houses
24.0%
Townhouse
0.3%
Apartment
Tenure
Picnic Point's housing stock is dominated by detached dwellings, which represent 75.5% of homes, while semi-detached properties account for 24.0% and apartments only 0.3%. The bedroom profile is similarly spacious: 56.0% of homes have 4 or more bedrooms and 39.5% have 3 bedrooms. Tenure is split between 43.7% with a mortgage, 40.6% owned outright and 14.8% rented. Mortgage ownership is higher than outright ownership, reflecting a mature but still active mortgage-belt market. The mortgage-to-income ratio is 26.5%, higher than the 23.6% rent-to-income ratio, and average household size is 3.0. Compared with apartment-oriented areas, the limited apartment share means buyers should pay close attention to land, maintenance and redevelopment potential.
Mortgage / mo
$2,817
Rent / wkiMedian weekly rent for new bonds (April to June 2026), NSW Rental Bond Board (DCJ). Census 2021 median: $580.
$900
Bond data Jun 2026 · houses $900
HH Size
3.0
Personal Income / wk
$963
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
4.6%
Unoccupied
101
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
23.6%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
26.5%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
55.6%
Couples with children
30.6%
Couples, no children
12.8%
Single parent
1,810
Total families
Economy & Employment
Picnic Point has a broad employment base led by education at 15.8% of workers, healthcare at 14.6%, construction at 11.3%, professional and technical services at 9.8%, and public administration at 7.5%. The largest occupational groups are professionals at 805 people, clerical and administrative workers at 571, and managers at 553. Unemployment is 3.4%, participation is 63.2%, and 55.8% of employed residents work full time. This mix helps support relatively high household income and demand for family housing because professional, public-sector and service roles are all represented. Socioeconomic measures sit above the national midpoint, with IEO and IRSD at decile 7 and IER and IRSAD at decile 8. Compared with lower-decile locations, Picnic Point has stronger educational and financial conditions but still includes 346 trades workers and 277 community or personal service workers.
Unemployment
3.4%
Labour Force
3,199
Unemployed
108
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
55.8%
Part-time
27.4%
Participation
63.2%
Employed
3,091
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
39.9%
Postgraduate
10.7%
Born Overseas
23.1%
Dwellings
2,100
Transport to Work
Picnic Point provides access to 2 local government schools, covering both primary and secondary education. Families should check enrolment zones against the exact address because boundaries can cut across suburb edges. Daily travel is strongly car-oriented: 40.4% of residents drive, compared with 1.6% using public transport and 0.5% walking or cycling, while 54.9% work from home. That pattern suits households with private vehicles but makes route planning important for commuters and older students. The suburb covers 3.86 square kilometres at a density of 1,661.8 people per square kilometre. IRSAD sits at decile 8, above the national midpoint, and volunteering is 12.5%. For safety decisions, check current NSW Police incidents and visit at different times, since street conditions can vary even within a compact area.
Drive
40.4%
Public Transport
1.6%
Walk / Cycle
0.5%
Work from Home
54.9%
Population Forecast
+0.75%/yr
(+124 people/yr)
EstablishedPicnic Point is classified as an established area, with forecast annual growth of 0.75% and overseas migration identified as the primary driver. The wider-area population change is 13.2% over ten years, while the forecast shift is labelled Mixed rather than consistently accelerating. Affordability has worsened, moving from 53.1 in 2011 to 55.2 in 2021, and rent growth has reached 45.5%, which may constrain entry for some households. The longer-term gentrification signal is restrained: the gentrification score is 4 and the stage is Not gentrifying, despite a separate shift assessment describing Early signs with a score of 42. Compared with a high-growth fringe market, Picnic Point is more likely to see gradual change through infill, dual occupancy and overseas migration than a wholesale neighbourhood reset.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Overseas Migration
Net Overseas / yr
+122
Net Internal / yr
-70
Gentrification Signal
Not gentrifying
Population +13% since 2011
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Picnic Point compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Picnic Point a good suburb to live in?
Picnic Point suits households seeking detached housing, larger floorplans and an established setting. It has 6,413 residents, 75.5% separate houses and an IRSAD score at decile 8, above the national midpoint. The trade-off is car dependence, with 40.4% driving and only 1.6% using public transport.
What is the median house price in Picnic Point?
Check a current settled-sales source for the median house price, because asking prices and completed sales can differ. Picnic Point has a weekly rent of $580, while 40.6% of homes are owned outright and 43.7% carry a mortgage. Those tenure figures indicate a substantial owner-occupier market but do not replace a current price measure.
What schools are in Picnic Point?
Picnic Point has 2 local government schools: Picnic Point Public School for primary students and Picnic Point High School for secondary students. Confirm the enrolment zone for the exact address, as school boundaries can differ from suburb boundaries and may affect eligibility for local placement.
Is Picnic Point safe?
A current suburb-level crime rate should be checked before deciding, alongside NSW Police incident information and an evening visit. Picnic Point has 6,413 residents across 3.86 square kilometres, so local experience can vary by street, access route and proximity to activity areas. Safety should be assessed with both recent incidents and on-site conditions.
Is Picnic Point good for property investment?
Picnic Point can suit investors targeting established family housing, with weekly rent of $580, vacancy of 4.6% and 69 development applications over 12 months. Renting is only 14.8%, below the 43.7% mortgage and 40.6% outright ownership shares. Overseas migration supports the forecast, but a current sale price is needed to test yield and capital-growth expectations.
How is Picnic Point's population changing?
The wider area has recorded population change of 13.2% over ten years, while forecast annual growth is 0.75%. Overseas migration is the primary driver and the trajectory is labelled Mixed. The suburb's current population is 6,413, but future change is more likely to be gradual than comparable with rapidly expanding fringe markets.
What development is occurring in Picnic Point?
There were 69 development applications over 12 months, including dwelling houses, demolitions and dual occupancies. One recent example involved a 2-dwelling attached dual occupancy. This activity points to incremental infill rather than a large apartment pipeline, which is consistent with a suburb where 75.5% of homes are separate houses.
How to read these comparisons
Phrases like "above the national average" reference the unweighted median across Australian suburbs with more than 1,000 residents, not population-weighted national figures. Suburb-level medians are more useful for ranking suburbs against each other; ABS census headlines are population-weighted (so dominated by Sydney and Melbourne) and can read very differently.
Current baseline (refreshed 2026-05-10): median age 40, university-educated 30.1%, born overseas 21.6%, average household size 2.5 people.
Data sources: ABS 2021 Census (demographics, income, tenure), state education open registers (school locations), state Crime Statistics agencies (offences), council DA portals (development applications). Population forecasts use a Hamilton-Perry cohort model calibrated to ABS ERP.
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