West Lamington

WA 6430 • Rest of WA

1,373
Population (2021)
$68,016
Median Income
2.83 km²
Area
371m
Elevation

About West Lamington

West Lamington is a well-established, sought-after suburb in Western Australia, located within the Kalgoorlie/Boulder (City) area. With a population of 1,373 and a median income of $68,016, the suburb attracts professionals, young families, and career-focused individuals. Covering 2.83 km² at an elevation of 371m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of WA.

Situated at an elevation of 371m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. West Lamington offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

West 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
-30.75°, 121.45°
Statistical Area
Rest of WA
Area
2.83 km²
Elevation
371m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$350
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,733
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
34 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,447
Census 2021
1,373
5.1% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$52,728
Income 2021
$68,016
29.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 939
Born Overseas 341

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 96
  • 2. England 31
  • 3. South Africa 30
  • 4. Zimbabwe 24
  • 5. India 19
  • 6. Papua New Guinea 18
  • 7. Philippines 15
  • 8. Fiji 14
  • 9. Thailand 8
  • 10. Germany 7
  • 11. Indonesia 7
  • 12. China 5
  • 13. Ireland 5
  • 14. Vietnam 5
  • 15. Brazil 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 488
English 475
Australian Aboriginal 99
Scottish 97
Irish 96
Maori 64
Italian 53
German 42
Indian 27
New Zealander 27

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

679
Both parents born in Australia
440
Both parents born overseas
156
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
44.1%
Christianity
41.9%
Hinduism
1.2%
Buddhism
0.9%
Islam
0.7%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
121 (8.8%)
5-14 years
223 (16.2%)
15-19 years
81 (5.9%)
20-24 years
73 (5.3%)
25-34 years
187 (13.6%)
35-44 years
261 (19.0%)
45-54 years
147 (10.7%)
55-64 years
143 (10.4%)
65-74 years
97 (7.1%)
75-84 years
25 (1.8%)
85+ years
9 (0.7%)

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