The size of Richmond is approximately 27 km². It has 14 parks covering nearly 2% of the total area.
The population of Richmond in 2001 was 5,527 people. By 2006 the population was 4,955 showing a population decline of 10% in the area during that time.
The predominant age group in Richmond is 20 - 29 years.
Households in Richmond are primarily sole parent and are likely to be repaying between $800.00 - $1000.00 per month on mortgage repayments.
In general, people in Richmond work in a non-specific occupation.
In 2001, 52% of the homes in Richmond were owner-occupied compared with 51% in 2006.
Currently the median sale price of houses in the area is $450,000.