Waterford

QLD 4133 • Greater Brisbane

5,796
Population (2021)
$41,912
Median Income
6.81 km²
Area
8m
Elevation

About Waterford

Waterford is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Queensland, located within the Logan (City) area. With a population of 5,796 and a median income of $41,912, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 6.81 km² at an elevation of 8m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Brisbane.

Part of Greater Brisbane, the suburb enjoys a subtropical climate and relaxed Queensland lifestyle. Residents have access to local amenities, parks, and good transport connections to the CBD. Waterford offers an attractive blend of urban convenience and laid-back living.

Waterford falls under postcode 4133 and is governed by Logan Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Waterford electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4133
Urban Area
Logan - Surrounds
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.71°, 153.14°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
6.81 km²
Elevation
8m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,700
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
32 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,484
Census 2021
5,796
5.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$36,712
Income 2021
$41,912
14.2% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,814
Born Overseas 1,678

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 502
  • 2. England 190
  • 3. India 157
  • 4. Afghanistan 101
  • 5. Philippines 60
  • 6. Malaysia 39
  • 7. South Africa 37
  • 8. Samoa 35
  • 9. Germany 32
  • 10. South Korea 28
  • 11. China 24
  • 12. Sri Lanka 24
  • 13. Scotland 23
  • 14. Taiwan 23
  • 15. Papua New Guinea 17

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,086
Australian 1,853
Scottish 504
Irish 418
Maori 307
German 276
Australian Aboriginal 224
Samoan 184
Chinese 148
Indian 136

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,469
Both parents born in Australia
2,178
Both parents born overseas
795
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
43.1%
Christianity
40.7%
Islam
3.3%
Hinduism
2.2%
Buddhism
1.4%
Sikhism
1.4%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
515 (8.9%)
5-14 years
920 (15.9%)
15-19 years
379 (6.5%)
20-24 years
361 (6.2%)
25-34 years
985 (17.0%)
35-44 years
882 (15.2%)
45-54 years
563 (9.7%)
55-64 years
437 (7.5%)
65-74 years
344 (5.9%)
75-84 years
305 (5.3%)
85+ years
103 (1.8%)

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