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South Boulder

WA 6432 • Rest of WA

1,506
Population (2021)
$47,268
Median Income
7.83 km²
Area
$300/wk
Median Rent
Mining TownHistoricAffordableMulticultural

About South Boulder

South Boulder is an urban locality within the city of Kalgoorlie–Boulder in the Eastern Goldfields region of Western Australia, approximately 600 kilometres east of Perth. The suburb sits immediately south of the historic Boulder townsite and falls within the City of Kalgoorlie–Boulder local government area. With a population of 1,506 and a median age of 35 at the 2021 Census, the community has a notably high proportion of male residents consistent with the region's mining workforce, along with a significant Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community representing more than 21 per cent of residents.

South Boulder offers access to local amenities including the heritage-listed Cornwall Hotel on Hopkins Street and the Eastern Goldfields Regional Centre — the region's main hospital — located within its boundaries. The suburb contains the historic Old Boulder Cemetery and is closely integrated with the commercial services of the Boulder townsite. Residents are car-dependent, with Kalgoorlie Railway Station — served by the Transwa Prospector train to Perth — located approximately 4 kilometres away. As part of Australia's most storied gold mining region, South Boulder carries the character of a hard-working, close-knit community shaped by over 130 years of goldfields history.

South Boulder falls under postcode 6432 and is governed by Kalgoorlie/Boulder Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kalgoorlie electorate.

📍 Location

State
Western Australia
Postcode
6432
Urban Area
Kalgoorlie
LGA / Council
Kalgoorlie/Boulder
Federal Electorate
O'connor
State Electorate
Kalgoorlie
Type
Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-30.80°, 121.50°
Statistical Area
Rest of WA
Area
7.83 km²
Elevation
340m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Kalgoorlie Railway Station
4 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Goldfields Bus Lines local services — Boulder / Kalgoorlie CBD 10-15 min

Commute to Kalgoorlie–Boulder CBD

Distance
4 km
By Train
No direct train from South Boulder; Kalgoorlie station is ~4km away for Transwa Prospector services to Perth (~7 hours)
By Car (Peak)
8-12 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
6-10 min

🛣️ Largely car-dependent; Goldfields Bus Lines provides limited local services; Perth is ~600km via the Great Eastern Highway

Walkability Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car; limited footpath network and few walkable retail destinations within the suburb itself

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$300
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,250
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
35 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
2.4%

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,375
Census 2021
1,506
▲ 9.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$40,768
Income 2021
$47,268
▲ 15.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,032
Born Overseas 216

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 105
  • 2. England 24
  • 3. Philippines 14
  • 4. South Africa 12
  • 5. Thailand 5
  • 6. Fiji 4
  • 7. Scotland 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 412
English 382
Australian Aboriginal 140
Scottish 107
Irish 97
Maori 47
German 42
Italian 29
Filipino 27
Dutch 18

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

593
Both parents born in Australia
265
Both parents born overseas
139
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
38.0%
Christianity
25.4%
Buddhism
0.5%
Islam
0.2%
Hinduism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
92 (6.1%)
5-14 years
158 (10.5%)
15-19 years
102 (6.8%)
20-24 years
119 (7.9%)
25-34 years
256 (17.0%)
35-44 years
215 (14.3%)
45-54 years
235 (15.6%)
55-64 years
196 (13.0%)
65-74 years
95 (6.3%)
75-84 years
27 (1.8%)
85+ years
6 (0.4%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is South Boulder known for? +

South Boulder is known for its place in Australia's golden mining history as part of the Kalgoorlie–Boulder goldfields. The suburb is home to the heritage-listed Cornwall Hotel and the Eastern Goldfields Regional Centre, and sits adjacent to the historic Boulder townsite where gold was first discovered in 1893.

How far is South Boulder from Perth? +

South Boulder is approximately 600 kilometres east of Perth, a drive of roughly six hours via the Great Eastern Highway. The Transwa Prospector train service connects Kalgoorlie station (about 4km away) to Perth in approximately seven hours.

Does South Boulder have public transport? +

South Boulder is served by Goldfields Bus Lines local services connecting it to Boulder and Kalgoorlie CBD. There is no train station within the suburb; Kalgoorlie Railway Station, around 4 kilometres away, provides long-distance Transwa services to Perth. A car is the most practical way to get around locally.

What is the population of South Boulder? +

According to the 2021 Census, South Boulder has a population of 1,506 residents, up from 1,375 in 2016. The suburb has a notably high proportion of male residents and a significant Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community, reflecting the character of the broader goldfields region.

Is South Boulder a good place to live? +

South Boulder suits those who value community belonging, affordable housing, and a connection to Australia's goldfields heritage. It offers a working-class character with a strong sense of local identity, though residents should be prepared for a car-dependent lifestyle and the isolation inherent to regional Western Australia.

What is the postcode for South Boulder? +

The postcode for South Boulder is 6432, shared with neighbouring Boulder and parts of the Kalgoorlie–Boulder urban area.