South Kalgoorlie

WA 6430 • Rest of WA

4,416
Population (2021)
$55,172
Median Income
3.07 km²
Area
368m
Elevation

About South Kalgoorlie

South Kalgoorlie is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in Western Australia, located within the Kalgoorlie/Boulder (City) area. With a population of 4,416 and a median income of $55,172, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 3.07 km² at an elevation of 368m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of WA.

Situated at an elevation of 368m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. South Kalgoorlie offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

South Kalgoorlie 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
-30.76°, 121.48°
Statistical Area
Rest of WA
Area
3.07 km²
Elevation
368m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$300
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,472
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
34 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,921
Census 2021
4,416
10.3% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$42,120
Income 2021
$55,172
31.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,913
Born Overseas 1,174

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 406
  • 2. Philippines 229
  • 3. England 79
  • 4. South Africa 57
  • 5. India 51
  • 6. Papua New Guinea 48
  • 7. Thailand 32
  • 8. Zimbabwe 29
  • 9. Fiji 20
  • 10. China 14
  • 11. Scotland 14
  • 12. Vietnam 12
  • 13. Ireland 8
  • 14. Netherlands 8
  • 15. Pakistan 8

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,455
English 1,338
Australian Aboriginal 428
Scottish 331
Maori 325
Irish 309
Filipino 256
German 169
Italian 126
New Zealander 105

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,025
Both parents born in Australia
1,408
Both parents born overseas
550
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
43.8%
Christianity
41.4%
Hinduism
1.6%
Buddhism
1.2%
Islam
0.7%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
349 (7.9%)
5-14 years
671 (15.2%)
15-19 years
266 (6.0%)
20-24 years
296 (6.7%)
25-34 years
683 (15.5%)
35-44 years
643 (14.6%)
45-54 years
523 (11.8%)
55-64 years
492 (11.1%)
65-74 years
305 (6.9%)
75-84 years
141 (3.2%)
85+ years
46 (1.0%)

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