Waterford State School
Waterford, QLD
Suburb socio-economic profile
Waterford is a working-to-middle-income suburb in Logan City, with a population of 5,796 at the 2021 census citation:Waterford, Queensland - Wikipedia. Specific median weekly household income and median age are not found in the available sources, though the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,700, indicating moderate housing costs citation:Waterford, QLD 4133 Property Market and House Prices 2026. The area is a mix of families and singles, with a IRSAD score of 956 suggesting a mid-range socio-economic advantage.
Most common foreign country of birth
The most common overseas country of birth for Waterford residents is not stated in the provided sources, nor is the Australian-born percentage. The available census data for this specific suburb does not include birthplace breakdowns.
Working-parent support
Outside School Hours Care at Waterford State School is provided by the PCYC Waterford Fun Squad citation:Camp Australia - Waterford State School OSHC | ACECQA. On school days, before-school care runs 6:30–8:45 am and after-school care runs 2:30–6:00 pm, while vacation care operates 6:30 am–6:00 pm.
School culture
Named extracurricular activities specifically offered at Waterford State School are not listed in the available sources. General after-school programs may exist, but specific clubs or teams cannot be identified from the provided content.
Suburb vibe and groceries
Waterford has a suburban, family-oriented feel with local parks and a riverfront setting. For groceries, no specialty or ethnic supermarkets are named in the provided sources; the closest general supermarket chain mentioned in the area is IGA, but a specific Waterford IGA location is not confirmed.
Weeknight dining
Family-friendly takeaway and dining options in Waterford include **Randhawa's Indian Cuisine** (Indian), **Ya Hoo Restaurant** (Chinese and Malaysian), and **Club Hotel Waterford** (Australian pub fare) citation:Top 5 restaurants in Waterford, Queensland... - Restaurant Guru. These venues are rated on local food platforms and offer relaxed, casual meals for families.
Tuition and enrichment
No specific tutoring or enrichment centres in or near Waterford are named in the provided sources. Families may need to consult local directories or inquire at the school for nearby services.
Commute
Waterford is approximately 33.6 km south-east of the Brisbane CBD citation:Waterford, Queensland - Wikipedia. The former Beaudesert railway line that served Waterford station closed to passengers in 1961, and no current train station operates within the suburb. The closest Queensland Rail stations are Bethania or Loganlea on the Beenleigh line, but specific travel times or bus route numbers are not provided in the available sources.
Sources
Generated from web research — for informational purposes only, not professional advice. NAPLAN data from ACARA.