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Picnic Point

NSW 2213 • Greater Sydney

6,413
Population (2021)
$50,076
Median Income
3.86 km²
Area
$580/wk
Median Rent
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About Picnic Point

Picnic Point is a leafy, established suburb in the Canterbury-Bankstown local government area of south-western Sydney, situated about 25 kilometres from the CBD. Perched above the Georges River, the suburb covers roughly 3.9 square kilometres and was home to approximately 6,413 residents at the 2021 Census. Its elevated position rewards many streets with pleasant bushland views, while the river foreshore reserve offers walking tracks, picnic facilities and a boat ramp that give the suburb its name. The area has a rich multicultural heritage, with strong Australian, English, Greek, Lebanese and Italian ancestry communities.

Picnic Point attracts families drawn to its quiet, residential streets, good local schools and sense of community. The suburb feeds into Picnic Point High School and Picnic Point Public School, and is close to the Catholic school St Christopher's Primary in neighbouring Panania. Shopping and services are available at nearby Revesby Town Centre and the Padstow shopping strip. Bus services connect residents to Panania and Revesby train stations on the T8 Airport & South Line, making it viable for CBD commuters seeking a more relaxed suburban lifestyle without sacrificing connectivity.

Picnic Point falls under postcode 2213 and is governed by Canterbury-Bankstown Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the East Hills electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2213
Urban Area
Bankstown - South
LGA / Council
Canterbury-Bankstown
Federal Electorate
Banks
State Electorate
East Hills
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.97°, 151.01°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
3.86 km²
Elevation
33m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Panania Station
1.5 km
18 min
Revesby Station
2.2 km
27 min

Bus Services

  • 923, 924 — Panania & Revesby Stations 8-12 min
  • S155, S162 — Bankstown 20 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
25 km
By Train
~50 min to Central Station via T8 line from Panania
By Car (Peak)
45-65 min via M5 Motorway
By Car (Off-Peak)
30-40 min via M5 Motorway

🛣️ T8 Airport & South Line via Panania or Revesby Station; M5 Motorway and Henry Lawson Drive accessible

Walkability Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car; walkable to the Georges River foreshore and local bus stops

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🔍 Crime Statistics

NSW crime data is provided by the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR). Use the interactive tool below to explore recorded crime incidents in Picnic Point by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Picnic Point Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Picnic Point" under Suburb

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$580
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,817
Avg Household Size
3 people
Median Age
39 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1%

20 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,160
Census 2021
6,413
▲ 4.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$40,560
Income 2021
$50,076
▲ 23.5% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,818
Born Overseas 1,449

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 170
  • 2. Lebanon 130
  • 3. England 122
  • 4. Vietnam 100
  • 5. India 66
  • 6. New Zealand 65
  • 7. Egypt 55
  • 8. Greece 52
  • 9. Italy 45
  • 10. Hong Kong 42

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,760
English 1,717
Irish 620
Greek 461
Scottish 448
Chinese 444
Lebanese 427
Italian 350
German 178
Macedonian 169

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,884
Both parents born in Australia
2,479
Both parents born overseas
896
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
64.2%
No Religion
22.8%
Islam
5.4%
Buddhism
2.2%
Hinduism
1.2%
Sikhism
0.4%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
373 (5.8%)
5-14 years
982 (15.3%)
15-19 years
423 (6.6%)
20-24 years
326 (5.1%)
25-34 years
692 (10.8%)
35-44 years
931 (14.5%)
45-54 years
881 (13.7%)
55-64 years
765 (11.9%)
65-74 years
597 (9.3%)
75-84 years
316 (4.9%)
85+ years
128 (2.0%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What train line serves Picnic Point? +

Picnic Point is not directly on a train line, but the nearest stations are Panania and Revesby, both on the T8 Airport & South Line, approximately 1.5–2.2 km away.

What is the population of Picnic Point? +

At the 2021 Census, Picnic Point had a population of approximately 6,413 people.

What is the median rent in Picnic Point? +

The median weekly rent in Picnic Point is approximately $580, according to the 2021 Census.

What schools are in Picnic Point? +

Picnic Point has Picnic Point Public School (K-6) and Picnic Point High School (7-12), both government schools, as well as nearby Catholic primary St Christopher's in Panania.

Is Picnic Point close to the Georges River? +

Yes, Picnic Point borders the Georges River foreshore, with a reserve offering walking trails, picnic areas and boat access — a key feature that gives the suburb its name.