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Leinster

WA 6437 • Western Australia

716
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
8145.82 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Mining TownRemoteOutbackRural

About Leinster

Leinster is a remote mining town in the northern Goldfields region of Western Australia, located approximately 968 kilometres north-east of Perth and 373 kilometres north of Kalgoorlie within the Shire of Leonora. Established in 1976 as a purpose-built town for workers at the nearby Perseverance nickel mine — now the Leinster Nickel Mine operated by BHP's Nickel West business — the town covers an extraordinary 8,145 square kilometres of semi-arid outback country. The 2021 Census recorded 716 residents, with a notably higher proportion of male residents reflecting the dominant mining workforce.

Despite its remote setting, Leinster is well-equipped with community facilities for a town of its size, including a supermarket, service station, medical centre, tavern, and a school for students up to Year 12. Sporting infrastructure is a particular highlight: residents enjoy an Olympic-sized 50-metre swimming pool, an 18-hole golf course, indoor sports centre, squash courts, BMX track, and football and cricket ovals. Leinster Airport provides fly-in fly-out connections for mining workers and links the town to Perth and regional hubs, while the Goldfields Highway connects to Leonora and the broader Goldfields network. Leinster suits those working in the mining sector who seek strong community facilities within a classic outback setting.

Leinster falls under postcode 6437 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kalgoorlie (Mining and Pastoral) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Western Australia
Postcode
6437
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Durack
State Electorate
Kalgoorlie (Mining and Pastoral)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-27.68°, 120.53°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
8145.82 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No scheduled public bus service — Leonora / Kalgoorlie Leonora approx. 120km (1h 15min by car)

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
968 km
By Train
No direct service; Transwa train operates Kalgoorlie–Perth but requires a 373km drive south first
By Car (Peak)
9-10 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
9-10 hours

🛣️ Leinster Airport offers regular charter and scheduled fly-in fly-out flights to Perth (approx. 1.5 hrs); the Goldfields Highway is the main road south

Walkability Car-Dependent

Within the town itself, essential facilities like the supermarket, medical centre, and pool are accessible on foot, but a car is needed for anything beyond the immediate town centre

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
716
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Leinster known for? +

Leinster is known as a remote Goldfields mining town built to support BHP's Leinster Nickel Mine operations. Established in 1976, it is notable for its impressive community facilities — including an Olympic-sized swimming pool, 18-hole golf course, and a full school — which are exceptional for a town of its size and location.

How far is Leinster from Perth? +

Leinster is approximately 968 kilometres north-east of Perth, making it roughly a 9-10 hour drive. Most residents fly via Leinster Airport, with charter and scheduled fly-in fly-out flights taking approximately 1.5 hours.

Does Leinster have public transport? +

There is no public transport service in or to Leinster. The town is fly-in fly-out accessible via Leinster Airport, and the Goldfields Highway connects to Leonora (approximately 120km south) and Kalgoorlie (approximately 373km south). A car or company transport is essential.

What is the population of Leinster? +

According to the 2021 Census, Leinster has a population of 716 residents, with significantly more men than women (434 male, 282 female), reflecting the mining workforce character of the town.

Is Leinster a good place to live? +

Leinster suits those employed in the mining sector who appreciate strong community amenities and a close-knit outback lifestyle. The town punches well above its weight with its facilities, but its extreme remoteness (nearly 1,000km from Perth) means it is not for everyone — it is best suited to those comfortable with the fly-in fly-out lifestyle.

What is the postcode for Leinster? +

The postcode for Leinster is 6437, which covers the Leinster locality in the Shire of Leonora, Western Australia.