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Williamstown

WA 6430 • Western Australia

124
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
4.37 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Mining TownOutbackRuralRemote

About Williamstown

Williamstown is a small locality in Western Australia's Eastern Goldfields region, situated within the City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder approximately 5 kilometres from the Kalgoorlie township. With a recorded population of 124 at the 2021 Census spread across 4.4 square kilometres, the locality is one of many small communities within the broader Kalgoorlie-Boulder area that has grown alongside the region's extensive gold and nickel mining industry. The local median tax income of approximately $68,771 per year reflects the mining-influenced wages common across this part of the Goldfields.

Residents benefit from close proximity to Kalgoorlie's full suite of services, including shopping centres, schools, medical facilities, and the Kalgoorlie-Boulder Airport with direct flights to Perth. The wider Goldfields region offers a distinctive outback lifestyle, with wide open spaces, rich mining heritage, and a strong community character forged through generations of resource-sector workers. Kalgoorlie's Super Pit gold mine, one of the largest open-cut gold mines in Australia, is a defining landmark of the region and a major employer in the local economy.

Williamstown falls under postcode 6430 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
6430
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Durack
State Electorate
Kalgoorlie (Mining and Pastoral)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-30.60°, 121.45°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
4.37 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Kalgoorlie Station
5 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Local Kalgoorlie-Boulder services — Kalgoorlie CBD 10-15 min

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
595 km
By Train
Approximately 9 hours via the TransWA Prospector service from Kalgoorlie Station
By Car (Peak)
6-7 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
6 hr

🛣️ Most residents fly between Kalgoorlie and Perth (~2 hours). Kalgoorlie-Boulder Airport has regular flights. Great Eastern Highway connects to Perth by road.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily needs; Kalgoorlie CBD is the nearest centre for shopping and services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
124
▲ 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 Williamstown WA known for? +

Williamstown WA is a small locality in the Eastern Goldfields, closely tied to the Kalgoorlie-Boulder mining economy. It sits near the Super Pit gold mine, one of Australia's largest open-cut gold mines, which dominates the regional landscape and economy.

How far is Williamstown WA from Perth? +

Williamstown WA is approximately 595 kilometres east of Perth CBD, a drive of around 6-7 hours via the Great Eastern Highway. Most residents fly between Kalgoorlie-Boulder Airport and Perth, a flight of approximately 2 hours.

Does Williamstown WA have public transport? +

The TransWA Prospector train service connects Kalgoorlie to Perth, with Kalgoorlie Station approximately 5 kilometres away. Local bus services operate within the Kalgoorlie-Boulder area, though a car is the most practical way to get around.

What is the population of Williamstown WA? +

According to the 2021 Census, Williamstown WA has a population of 124, making it a very small locality within the City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder. The area comprises approximately 57 dwellings.

Is Williamstown WA a good place to live? +

Williamstown WA suits those drawn to the outback lifestyle and employed in the Goldfields mining sector. The area offers spacious rural living close to Kalgoorlie's services, though its remote location means Perth is a long drive or flight away.

What is the postcode for Williamstown WA? +

The postcode for Williamstown in Western Australia is 6430, which covers Kalgoorlie-Boulder and surrounding localities in the Eastern Goldfields.