Waterford West

QLD 4133 • Greater Brisbane

6,942
Population (2021)
$31,460
Median Income
5.25 km²
Area
16m
Elevation

About Waterford West

Waterford West is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Queensland, located within the Logan (City) area. With a population of 6,942 and a median income of $31,460, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 5.25 km² at an elevation of 16m, 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 West offers an attractive blend of urban convenience and laid-back living.

Waterford West 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
-27.69°, 153.12°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
5.25 km²
Elevation
16m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$310
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,439
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
36 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,431
Census 2021
6,942
7.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$27,144
Income 2021
$31,460
15.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,014
Born Overseas 2,187

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
  • 11. Pakistan 36
  • 12. Germany 33
  • 13. Netherlands 28
  • 14. Thailand 25
  • 15. Vietnam 25

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,184
Australian 1,877
Irish 473
Scottish 447
Maori 339
Australian Aboriginal 330
German 280
Samoan 261
Indian 162
Chinese 127

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,625
Both parents born in Australia
2,789
Both parents born overseas
733
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
41.5%
No Religion
34.8%
Islam
4.8%
Hinduism
2.1%
Buddhism
2.1%
Sikhism
1.6%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
486 (7.0%)
5-14 years
970 (14.0%)
15-19 years
438 (6.3%)
20-24 years
492 (7.1%)
25-34 years
957 (13.8%)
35-44 years
854 (12.3%)
45-54 years
769 (11.1%)
55-64 years
668 (9.6%)
65-74 years
674 (9.7%)
75-84 years
438 (6.3%)
85+ years
182 (2.6%)

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