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Piccadilly

WA 6430 • Rest of WA

2,305
Population (2021)
$68,328
Median Income
1.48 km²
Area
$320/wk
Median Rent
Mining TownMulticulturalSuburbanMid-Range

About Piccadilly

Piccadilly is a residential suburb of Kalgoorlie-Boulder in the Eastern Goldfields region of Western Australia, within the City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder. Located approximately 600 kilometres east of Perth, the suburb covers 1.5 square kilometres at an elevation of 380 metres above sea level. With a population of 2,305 at the 2021 census and a median age of 33, Piccadilly has a relatively young and diverse community. Household incomes are well above the national average — around $2,212 per week — driven by employment in the region's significant gold mining industry.

Piccadilly is home to the Kalgoorlie Health Campus, the main public hospital serving Kalgoorlie-Boulder and the broader Eastern Goldfields region. The suburb is highly multicultural, with large numbers of residents from New Zealand, England, the Philippines, and South Africa, typical of a regional mining centre that draws workers from across the globe. Residents enjoy access to Kalgoorlie's urban amenities — shopping, schools, restaurants, and parks — within a short drive, along with the unique red-earth character of the Western Australian goldfields.

Piccadilly 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
-30.74°, 121.46°
Statistical Area
Rest of WA
Area
1.48 km²
Elevation
380m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Kalgoorlie
2.5 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Goldfields Bus Lines local services — Kalgoorlie CBD 5-10 min

Commute to Kalgoorlie CBD

Distance
2 km
By Train
No direct rail within suburb; Kalgoorlie station ~2.5 km away
By Car (Peak)
5-10 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
5 min

🛣️ A car is the primary mode of transport; Perth is approx 600 km west (7-hr drive or the Prospector train ~8.5 hrs)

Walkability Car-Dependent

A car is needed for most errands; Kalgoorlie city amenities are a short drive away

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$320
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,517
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
33 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
6.2%

46 state housing + 9 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,263
Census 2021
2,305
▲ 1.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$55,952
Income 2021
$68,328
▲ 22.1% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,496
Born Overseas 622

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 178
  • 2. England 64
  • 3. Philippines 57
  • 4. South Africa 44
  • 5. India 33
  • 6. Zimbabwe 26
  • 7. China 22
  • 8. Scotland 17
  • 9. Thailand 17
  • 10. Malaysia 13

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 817
Australian 728
Irish 233
Scottish 198
Australian Aboriginal 105
Maori 97
Italian 94
German 77
Filipino 65
Chinese 45

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,059
Both parents born in Australia
752
Both parents born overseas
283
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
46.5%
Christianity
38.4%
Buddhism
1.8%
Hinduism
1.3%
Islam
1.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
178 (7.7%)
5-14 years
314 (13.6%)
15-19 years
121 (5.2%)
20-24 years
179 (7.8%)
25-34 years
426 (18.5%)
35-44 years
346 (15.0%)
45-54 years
309 (13.4%)
55-64 years
248 (10.8%)
65-74 years
123 (5.3%)
75-84 years
57 (2.5%)
85+ years
8 (0.3%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Piccadilly known for? +

Piccadilly is known for being home to the Kalgoorlie Health Campus, the main hospital for Kalgoorlie-Boulder and the Eastern Goldfields region. It is also a predominantly residential suburb in a major mining city, with a highly multicultural population drawn by the gold mining industry.

How far is Piccadilly from Kalgoorlie CBD? +

Piccadilly is approximately 2 kilometres from the Kalgoorlie CBD, a short 5 to 10 minute drive along local roads.

Does Piccadilly have public transport? +

Piccadilly is served by Goldfields Bus Lines local services connecting it to Kalgoorlie's CBD. There is no train station in the suburb; Kalgoorlie station is approximately 2.5 km away and served by the Prospector (Perth–Kalgoorlie) and the Indian Pacific. A car is most practical for everyday travel.

What is the population of Piccadilly? +

According to the 2021 Census, Piccadilly has a population of 2,305 residents with a median age of 33 years. The suburb is notably multicultural, with around 35 per cent of residents born overseas.

Is Piccadilly a good place to live? +

Piccadilly suits those working in Kalgoorlie-Boulder's mining sector, healthcare, or related industries. It offers affordable housing relative to Perth, good proximity to the city centre, and a diverse community atmosphere, though city-level amenities and Perth are a significant distance away.

What is the postcode for Piccadilly? +

Piccadilly's postcode is 6430, shared with Kalgoorlie and surrounding suburbs in the Kalgoorlie-Boulder area.