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Lamington

WA 6430 • Rest of WA

2,036
Population (2021)
$74,360
Median Income
1.22 km²
Area
$370/wk
Median Rent
Mining TownEstablishedSuburbanMid-Range

About Lamington

Lamington is a residential suburb of Kalgoorlie-Boulder in the Eastern Goldfields region of Western Australia, situated approximately 600 kilometres east of Perth within the City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder local government area. One of Kalgoorlie's oldest suburbs, it had a population of 2,036 at the 2021 Census and sits at an elevation of 393 metres on the Goldfields plateau. The high median household income of $2,886 per week and a young median age of 33 reflect the suburb's mining workforce, with many residents employed in the local gold mining industry.

Lamington is a well-established suburban neighbourhood with access to Kalgoorlie-Boulder's city centre services, including the Hannan Street retail precinct and the Goldfields Arts Centre. The famous Super Pit open-cut gold mine — one of Australia's largest gold mines — operates on the city's eastern fringe, underpinning the local economy. Kalgoorlie train station is nearby, connected to Perth by Transwa's Prospector service, though day-to-day travel is largely car-dependent. The suburb offers affordable family housing by WA standards and a strong community character shaped by the region's pioneering gold rush heritage.

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

📍 Location

State
Western Australia
Postcode
6430
Urban Area
Kalgoorlie
LGA / Council
Kalgoorlie/Boulder
Federal Electorate
O'connor
State Electorate
Kalgoorlie
Type
Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-30.73°, 121.46°
Statistical Area
Rest of WA
Area
1.22 km²
Elevation
393m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Kalgoorlie
3 km
35 min

Bus Services

  • Goldfields Bus Lines local routes — Kalgoorlie CBD and Boulder 10–15 min

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
600 km
By Train
Approx. 7–8 hr on Transwa Prospector service from Kalgoorlie to East Perth Terminal (once daily)
By Car (Peak)
5 hr 30 min – 6 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
5 hr 15 min – 5 hr 45 min

🛣️ Most residents commute within Kalgoorlie-Boulder; Kalgoorlie Airport has daily flights to Perth (approx. 1 hr)

Walkability Car-Dependent

Kalgoorlie-Boulder is a car-dependent city; most errands require driving, though the CBD is a short drive from Lamington

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$370
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,733
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
33 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
2.9%

20 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 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

🧬 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%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lamington known for? +

Lamington is one of Kalgoorlie-Boulder's oldest residential suburbs, with roots in the city's gold rush era. It is known as a quiet, established neighbourhood close to Kalgoorlie's city centre and within reach of the famous Super Pit open-cut gold mine, which has shaped the region's economy for decades.

How far is Lamington from Perth? +

Lamington is approximately 600 kilometres east of Perth CBD, making it around a 5.5 to 6 hour drive via the Great Eastern Highway. Daily flights from Kalgoorlie Airport to Perth take approximately one hour.

Does Lamington have public transport? +

Lamington is served by Goldfields Bus Lines local routes connecting it to Kalgoorlie-Boulder's city centre and Boulder. Kalgoorlie train station, approximately 3 kilometres away, is served by Transwa's daily Prospector service to Perth. Day-to-day travel is primarily by car.

What is the population of Lamington? +

Lamington had a population of 2,036 at the 2021 Census, a slight decrease from 2,112 in 2016, reflecting fluctuations in the mining workforce that characterise the Eastern Goldfields region.

Is Lamington a good place to live? +

Lamington offers affordable suburban living in Kalgoorlie-Boulder with strong household incomes driven by the mining industry. It suits those working in the goldfields sector, offering established housing, proximity to Kalgoorlie's city amenities, and a strong community character shaped by the region's mining heritage.

What is the postcode for Lamington? +

Lamington's postcode is 6430, shared with central Kalgoorlie-Boulder and many surrounding suburbs in the goldfields region.