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Kimbolton

WA 6728 • Western Australia

52
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
7775.69 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteOutback

About Kimbolton

Kimbolton is a remote rural locality in the Kimberley region of Western Australia, situated in the vast hinterland east of Derby and covering an extraordinary 7,775 square kilometres of outback pastoral and station country. With a 2021 Census population of approximately 52 residents, it is one of Western Australia's most sparsely settled localities, characterised by the expansive red earth plains, spinifex grasslands, and remote cattle stations typical of the West Kimberley. The locality falls within the Shire of Derby-West Kimberley.

Derby is the nearest service town, providing access to shops, healthcare, and community services for the surrounding station properties. The Kimberley region is renowned for its extraordinary landscapes — including the Gibb River Road, the Buccaneer Archipelago, and the ancient Devonian Reef systems — attracting adventurous visitors from around Australia. Life in Kimbolton is defined by the rhythms of the Kimberley pastoral industry and the dramatic natural environment of one of Australia's most spectacular and remote regions.

Kimbolton falls under postcode 6728 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Pilbara (Mining and Pastoral) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Western Australia
Postcode
6728
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Durack
State Electorate
Pilbara (Mining and Pastoral)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-17.09°, 124.59°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
7775.69 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Car or light aircraft required for access N/A

Commute to Derby CBD

Distance
80 km
By Train
No rail service
By Car (Peak)
1 hr - 2 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr - 2 hr

🛣️ Access via Great Northern Highway and remote station tracks; 4WD recommended in wet season

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Kimbolton is an extremely remote pastoral locality; all travel requires a vehicle, and wet season access may require 4WD or light aircraft.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
52
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kimbolton known for? +

Kimbolton is known as a remote Kimberley pastoral locality, with vast cattle station country and the spectacular red earth and spinifex landscapes of the West Kimberley.

How far is Kimbolton from Derby? +

Kimbolton is approximately 80 kilometres east of Derby, though exact distances vary across the locality's 7,775 square kilometres; travel can take 1 to 2 hours on remote tracks.

Does Kimbolton have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Kimbolton or the surrounding Kimberley region. A private vehicle — often 4WD — or light aircraft is required for access.

What is the population of Kimbolton? +

According to the 2021 Census, Kimbolton has a population of approximately 52 residents across its enormous 7,775 square kilometre area, making it one of Australia's most sparsely populated localities.

Is Kimbolton a good place to live? +

Kimbolton suits those connected to the Kimberley pastoral industry or seeking a truly remote outback lifestyle, with the region's extraordinary landscapes and unique way of life unlike anywhere else in Australia.

What is the postcode for Kimbolton? +

The postcode for Kimbolton, WA is 6728.