Waterford West
QLD 4133 • Greater Brisbane
About Waterford West
Waterford West is a suburban locality in Logan City, about 31 km south of Brisbane CBD and near the Logan River corridor. The 2021 Census population is 6,942, with a strong family-household profile and established suburban housing. Developed significantly from the 1970s onward, it now forms part of Logan's broader residential and service network. The suburb has a practical, middle-ring character with access to major north-south growth corridors.
Residents benefit from local schools, neighbourhood shopping and nearby larger centres in Loganlea and Logan Central. Road access is strong via surrounding arterials, supporting commuting toward Brisbane, Ipswich and Gold Coast directions. Public transport is primarily bus-based with nearby heavy rail access in adjacent suburbs. Waterford West is popular with families and workers seeking affordability and convenient metropolitan connectivity.
Waterford West falls under postcode 4133 and is governed by Logan Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Waterford electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Logan local bus routes — Loganlea station and Logan Central 15-35 min
- Cross-city connectors — Marsden / Waterford / Crestmead 20-45 min
- CBD-bound links (via rail interchange) — Brisbane CBD 60-90 min total
Commute to Brisbane CBD
🛣️ Most PT commuters connect to the Beenleigh line via Loganlea or surrounding stations.
Local schools and shops are accessible in parts of the suburb, but many residents use buses and cars for daily travel.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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369-379 School Road
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38 Anzac Avenue
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182 Old Logan Village Road
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Nerang Street
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Muchow Road
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John Street
Housing 2021 Census
149 state housing + 35 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. New Zealand 556
- 2. England 233
- 3. India 179
- 4. Philippines 95
- 5. Cambodia 82
- 6. Afghanistan 74
- 7. Samoa 73
- 8. Iraq 68
- 9. Fiji 61
- 10. Papua New Guinea 44
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)