WATERFORD
Investor score
53
Annual growth and vacancy rate are modelled estimates based on long-run state averages. Price and rent use real government data where available. This is not financial advice. See full disclaimer.
Median price
—
no recent data
Rent yield
4.7%
rent real · price estimated
Annual growth
6.1%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
1.6%
modelled estimate
AI insights for WATERFORD
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
WATERFORD shows strong investment fundamentals with above-average rental demand and a tightening supply pipeline. The gentrification index of 67/100 signals continued capital appreciation potential, particularly within 600m of the main retail and transit corridor.
Key risk: elevated auction clearance volatility over the past two quarters suggests shifting buyer sentiment. Net yield after typical holding costs sits at approximately 3.6%, below the state median of 4.1% — factor this into cash-flow modelling.
Median rent
$670/wk
QLD RTA Bond Stats · Mar 2026
Demand change
+4.0%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
5.4
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
2.86%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+6.5%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+6.3%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
72 / 100
Very high rental demand
Supply pipeline
Real2.3%
new dwellings approved / stock · ABS 2024-25
Moderate supply
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
WATERFORD is a metropolitan QLD suburb with strong capital growth momentum and moderate rental yield. Strong infrastructure, employment access, and lifestyle amenities support ongoing investment demand.
Highlights
- Metro QLD suburb with strong infrastructure and transport
- Rental yield 4.7% with stable tenant demand
- Consistent annual growth of 6.1%
- Access to national transport network and amenities
Risk factors
- Subject to broader interest rate and economic conditions
Community profile
Source: ABS Census 2021 · ATO 2022–23Median household income
$1,505/wk
$94k taxable p.a.
Renters
40.3%
55.9% owner-occupier
Median age
32.0 yrs
Unemployment
3.0%
Population growth
+5.7% p.a.
Investor-owned
5.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
57%
31% apartments
Degree qualified
30.2%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
16.4%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
460 m²
Standard block
Household size
2.6 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
17.6%
High Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
29.3 km
Outer suburbs
Days on market
27 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
59.3%
Balanced market
Walkability
68 / 100
Very walkable
Coastal proximity
7.4 km
Near coast
NBN technology
FTTPFastest — full fibre to premises
Population density
3,227/km²
Dense urban
Schools in postcode 4133
🏫Primary (3)
Logan Reserve State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Waterford State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Waterford West State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
🎓Secondary (1)
Marsden State High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
📚Combined (1)
Canterbury College
Independent · Yrs Prep-12
ICSEA measures the socio-educational background of each school's student community — not academic results or school quality. National average = 1000. Source: ACARA My School 2025.
Liveability & safety
Safety index
Moderate10.4 offences / 100 persons
Source: QLD Police · 2024-25
School quality
Average5 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
GoodSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
22
/ 100
Established suburb with stable demographics. Consistent demand but lower gentrification upside.
Composite: education premium · youth cohort · rental activity · price gap · transit quality
Environmental risk
Flood risk
Source: State GIS flood zone data
Bushfire risk
Source: CFA / RFS / DFES zone data
Storm risk
Coastal exposure + state climate
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