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Waterford

WA 6152 • Greater Perth

2,460
Population (2021)
$41,652
Median Income
1.56 km²
Area
6m
Elevation
RiversideQuiet StreetsEstablishedPremium LivingFamily-Friendly

About Waterford

Waterford is a quiet, established riverside suburb in Perth's City of South Perth, home to around 2,500 residents just 10 kilometres from the CBD. Bounded by Manning Road to the north and the scenic Canning River to the south, this compact two-square-kilometre area developed primarily in the post-war years with further growth in the early 1990s. The suburb's no-through-traffic design creates a peaceful residential enclave with excellent parklands and river access.

Life in Waterford centres on the riverside lifestyle and community convenience. Waterford Plaza provides essential retail, grocery, and dining options, while the nearby wetlands and reserves offer walking and cycling trails along the Canning River. The suburb attracts families and professionals who appreciate the combination of quiet streets, green spaces, and easy city access. With median house prices around $1.5 million, Waterford appeals to those seeking a premium yet understated Perth location.

Waterford falls under postcode 6152 and is governed by South Perth Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the South Perth electorate.

📍 Location

State
Western Australia
Postcode
6152
Urban Area
South Perth
LGA
South Perth
Federal Electorate
Swan
State Electorate
South Perth
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-32.02°, 115.89°
Statistical Area
Greater Perth
Area
1.56 km²
Elevation
6m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Canning Bridge
2.5 km
30 min
Bull Creek
3.5 km
42 min

Bus Services

  • 30, 31, 100 — Perth CBD via Canning Highway 20-25 min
  • 148, 158 — Canning Bridge Station 10 min

Commute to Perth

Distance
10 km
By Train
15-20 min from Canning Bridge
By Bus
20-25 min
By Car (Peak)
20-30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
15 min

🛣️ Canning Bridge provides excellent interchange between bus and rail

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Most errands require a car, but good paths along the river

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$410
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,817
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
41 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,278
Census 2021
2,460
▲ 8.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$32,708
Income 2021
$41,652
▲ 27.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,114
Born Overseas 1,260

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Malaysia 216
  • 2. China 132
  • 3. England 117
  • 4. Singapore 90
  • 5. Indonesia 87
  • 6. India 86
  • 7. Hong Kong 43
  • 8. Vietnam 28
  • 9. South Africa 26
  • 10. Myanmar 25
  • 11. New Zealand 25
  • 12. Pakistan 24
  • 13. Italy 22
  • 14. Sri Lanka 21
  • 15. South Korea 20

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Chinese 723
English 582
Australian 367
Irish 175
Indian 155
Italian 141
Scottish 141
Australian Aboriginal 46
German 44
Polish 29

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

546
Both parents born in Australia
1,585
Both parents born overseas
233
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
47.6%
No Religion
30.5%
Buddhism
7.4%
Islam
4.6%
Hinduism
3.1%
Sikhism
0.4%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
111 (4.5%)
5-14 years
249 (10.1%)
15-19 years
140 (5.7%)
20-24 years
226 (9.2%)
25-34 years
310 (12.6%)
35-44 years
271 (11.0%)
45-54 years
276 (11.2%)
55-64 years
346 (14.1%)
65-74 years
336 (13.7%)
75-84 years
167 (6.8%)
85+ years
32 (1.3%)

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