Somerville

WA 6430 • Rest of WA

4,165
Population (2021)
$74,412
Median Income
4.56 km²
Area
363m
Elevation

About Somerville

Somerville is a well-established, sought-after suburb in Western Australia, located within the Kalgoorlie/Boulder (City) area. With a population of 4,165 and a median income of $74,412, the suburb attracts professionals, young families, and career-focused individuals. Covering 4.56 km² at an elevation of 363m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of WA.

Situated at an elevation of 363m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Somerville offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Somerville 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
-30.77°, 121.45°
Statistical Area
Rest of WA
Area
4.56 km²
Elevation
363m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$330
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,123
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
33 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,156
Census 2021
4,165
0.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$59,696
Income 2021
$74,412
24.7% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,715
Born Overseas 1,075

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 279
  • 2. South Africa 113
  • 3. Zimbabwe 105
  • 4. India 85
  • 5. England 80
  • 6. Philippines 60
  • 7. Papua New Guinea 39
  • 8. China 19
  • 9. Ireland 16
  • 10. Brazil 15
  • 11. Indonesia 15
  • 12. Pakistan 14
  • 13. United States 13
  • 14. Fiji 12
  • 15. Thailand 12

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,401
English 1,392
Irish 323
Scottish 311
Italian 183
Australian Aboriginal 176
German 160
Maori 157
Indian 114
New Zealander 102

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,954
Both parents born in Australia
1,342
Both parents born overseas
472
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
41.9%
No Religion
41.4%
Hinduism
2.4%
Islam
1.4%
Buddhism
0.6%
Sikhism
0.6%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
351 (8.4%)
5-14 years
659 (15.8%)
15-19 years
265 (6.4%)
20-24 years
261 (6.3%)
25-34 years
651 (15.6%)
35-44 years
646 (15.5%)
45-54 years
631 (15.2%)
55-64 years
453 (10.9%)
65-74 years
205 (4.9%)
75-84 years
42 (1.0%)
85+ years
4 (0.1%)

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