Lamington

WA 6430 • Rest of WA

2,036
Population (2021)
$74,360
Median Income
1.22 km²
Area
393m
Elevation

About Lamington

Lamington is a well-established, sought-after suburb in Western Australia, located within the Kalgoorlie/Boulder (City) area. With a population of 2,036 and a median income of $74,360, the suburb attracts professionals, young families, and career-focused individuals. Covering 1.22 km² at an elevation of 393m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of WA.

Situated at an elevation of 393m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Lamington offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Lamington falls under postcode 6430 and is governed by Kalgoorlie/Boulder Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kalgoorlie electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
6430
Urban Area
Kalgoorlie
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-30.73°, 121.46°
Statistical Area
Rest of WA
Area
1.22 km²
Elevation
393m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$370
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,733
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
33 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,112
Census 2021
2,036
3.6% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$59,228
Income 2021
$74,360
25.5% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,514
Born Overseas 390

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 99
  • 2. England 58
  • 3. South Africa 23
  • 4. Philippines 22
  • 5. India 19
  • 6. Ireland 15
  • 7. Zimbabwe 14
  • 8. Scotland 13
  • 9. Croatia 10
  • 10. Fiji 10
  • 11. Pakistan 8
  • 12. China 6
  • 13. Sri Lanka 6
  • 14. Wales 6
  • 15. United States 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 861
English 717
Scottish 224
Irish 208
Australian Aboriginal 83
German 83
Italian 82
Maori 58
Indian 42
Filipino 35

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,141
Both parents born in Australia
490
Both parents born overseas
276
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
49.1%
Christianity
39.4%
Islam
1.2%
Hinduism
1.0%
Buddhism
0.7%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
162 (8.0%)
5-14 years
313 (15.4%)
15-19 years
102 (5.0%)
20-24 years
132 (6.5%)
25-34 years
339 (16.7%)
35-44 years
299 (14.7%)
45-54 years
273 (13.4%)
55-64 years
251 (12.3%)
65-74 years
89 (4.4%)
75-84 years
49 (2.4%)
85+ years
17 (0.8%)

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