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West Lamington

WA 6430 • Rest of WA

1,373
Population (2021)
$68,016
Median Income
2.83 km²
Area
$350/wk
Median Rent
Mining TownSuburbanDiverseFamily-FriendlyEstablished

About West Lamington

West Lamington is a residential suburb of Kalgoorlie-Boulder, situated in Western Australia's Goldfields-Esperance region approximately 595 kilometres east of Perth. Part of the City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder, the suburb covers 2.8 square kilometres at an elevation of 371 metres on the semi-arid goldfields plateau. With a population of 1,373 and a youthful median age of 34, it reflects the active, working community typical of Australia's mining heartland, with a median household income of around $2,456 per week driven by the resources sector.

West Lamington sits close to Kalgoorlie's city centre and benefits from the full range of services available across the Kalgoorlie-Boulder urban area, including shopping centres, schools, hospitals, and sporting facilities. The suburb has a diverse community, with notable numbers of New Zealand-born residents and an Indigenous population. The legendary Kalgoorlie Super Pit — one of the world's largest open-cut gold mines — lies just a few kilometres away and is a major landmark of the region. Residents are largely car-dependent for daily travel, though the Goldfields Bus Service provides local connections, and the Prospector rail service at Kalgoorlie station links the city to Perth.

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

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Kalgoorlie
2 km
25 min

Bus Services

  • Goldfields Bus Service — Kalgoorlie City Centre 10-15 min

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
595 km
By Train
Prospector rail service from Kalgoorlie station to Perth (approx. 7 hours)
By Car (Peak)
5.5–6 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
5–5.5 hours

🛣️ Regional city; Kalgoorlie-Boulder is a self-contained hub — most residents work locally in mining and services

Walkability Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car; the city centre is accessible but West Lamington is a typical suburban residential area

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$350
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,733
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
34 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
6.8%

29 state housing + 3 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 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

🧬 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%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is West Lamington known for? +

West Lamington is a residential suburb within Kalgoorlie-Boulder, the heart of Western Australia's goldfields. It is known for its proximity to the city centre and the nearby Kalgoorlie Super Pit, one of the world's largest open-cut gold mines.

How far is West Lamington from Perth? +

West Lamington is approximately 595 kilometres east of Perth CBD. The drive takes around 5.5–6 hours, or residents can take the TransWA Prospector rail service which takes approximately 7 hours.

Does West Lamington have public transport? +

West Lamington is served by the Goldfields Bus Service for local connections within Kalgoorlie-Boulder. For travel to Perth, the Prospector rail service operates from Kalgoorlie station, approximately 2km away.

What is the population of West Lamington? +

According to the 2021 Census, West Lamington has a population of 1,373 residents, with a relatively young median age of 34, typical of a working mining community.

Is West Lamington a good place to live? +

West Lamington offers affordable suburban living within easy reach of Kalgoorlie-Boulder's full range of services and employment in the mining sector. It suits working families and those employed in the resources industry who want a comfortable residential base in a regional setting.

What is the postcode for West Lamington? +

The postcode for West Lamington is 6430, shared with Kalgoorlie-Boulder.