Kambalda West

Kambalda West is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

As of Nov 2025, Kambalda West's population is estimated at around 1,744. This reflects an increase of 78 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 1,666. The current resident population estimate of 1,746 by AreaSearch follows examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and address validation since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 14.1 persons per square kilometer. Kambalda West's growth rate of 4.7% since census positions it within 2.9 percentage points of the SA4 region (7.6%). Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration, contributing approximately 60.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data and post-2032 estimates, AreaSearch utilises growth rates by age cohort provided by the ABS in its latest Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data). Future population trends project an above median growth for locations outside of capital cities. The suburb is expected to grow by 346 persons to 2041, reflecting a gain of 21.0% in total over the 17 years.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Kambalda West according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

Kambalda West has seen minimal development activity, averaging one approval per year over five years (5 approvals). This low level reflects its rural nature, with development driven by local housing needs rather than broad market demand. Note that the small sample size can significantly influence annual growth and relativity statistics.

Kambalda West shows less construction activity compared to the Rest of WA and national averages. All new constructions have been standalone homes, reflecting the area's rural character where larger properties are common. The estimated population per dwelling approval is 1164 people, indicating its quiet development environment. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Kambalda West is projected to add 366 residents by 2041.

If current construction levels persist, housing supply may lag behind population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and supporting price growth.

Kambalda West has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 5thth percentile nationally

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Employment performance in Kambalda West has been below expectations when compared to most other areas nationally

Kambalda West has a diverse workforce with balanced white and blue collar jobs. Manufacturing and industrial sectors are prominent.

As of June 2025, the unemployment rate is 4.7%. There are 845 residents employed, with an unemployment rate 1.6% higher than Rest of WA's 3.2%. Workforce participation is similar to Rest of WA at 59.4%. Dominant employment sectors include mining, education & training, and retail trade.

Mining is particularly strong, with an employment share 4.2 times the regional level. Agriculture, forestry & fishing is under-represented, at 0.6% compared to 9.3% in Rest of WA. Local employment opportunities appear limited based on Census data. Over June 2024 to June 2025, labour force levels decreased by 2.7%, with a 3.3% employment decline, increasing unemployment by 0.6 percentage points. This contrasts with Rest of WA's employment rise of 1.1%. Jobs and Skills Australia forecasts national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Kambalda West's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 3.9% over five years and 10.3% over ten years, based on simple weighting extrapolation.

The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis

In financial year 2022, Kambalda West had a median taxpayer income of $75,945 and an average income of $88,696. These figures are significantly higher than the national averages of $57,323 for Rest of WA's median income and $71,163 for its average income. By September 2025, adjusting for a 14.2% Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2022, estimated incomes would be approximately $86,729 (median) and $101,291 (average). According to the 2021 Census, Kambalda West's household, family, and personal incomes rank between the 79th and 79th percentiles nationally. The largest income segment in Kambalda West comprises 30.9% of residents earning $1,500 - $2,999 weekly (538 residents), similar to regional levels where this cohort also represents 31.1%. Economic strength is evident with 35.7% of households earning more than $3,000 weekly, supporting high consumer spending. After housing costs, residents retain 92.6% of their income, indicating strong purchasing power.

Kambalda West is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Dwelling structure in Kambalda West, as evaluated at the Census 2016, comprised 87.5% houses and 12.6% other dwellings. In comparison, Non-Metro WA had 82.9% houses and 17.0% other dwellings. Home ownership in Kambalda West was 24.0%, with mortgaged dwellings at 36.3% and rented dwellings at 39.7%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,000, below the Non-Metro WA average of $1,517. Median weekly rent in Kambalda West was $200, compared to Non-Metro WA's $280. Nationally, Kambalda West's mortgage repayments were lower at $1,000 than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Kambalda West has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 69.2% of all households, including 29.9% couples with children, 26.3% couples without children, and 11.7% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 30.8%, with lone person households at 27.7% and group households making up 3.3%. The median household size is 2.4 people, smaller than the Rest of WA average of 2.5.

Kambalda West faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rate is 9.7%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. This presents both challenges and opportunities for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 7.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.6%) and graduate diplomas (1.1%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 44.7% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas (5.9%) and certificates (38.8%).

Educational participation is high at 35.8%, including 15.5% in primary education, 11.0% in secondary education, and 2.0% pursuing tertiary education. Kambalda West District High School serves the area with an enrollment of 283 students as of a recent report. The school offers integrated K-12 education for academic continuity.

Transport servicing is very low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

Public transport analysis shows two active transport stops operating within Kambalda West, serving a mix of buses. These stops are served by two individual routes, collectively offering eight weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as limited, with residents typically located 624 meters from the nearest transport stop.

Service frequency averages one trip per day across all routes, equating to approximately four weekly trips per individual stop.

Kambalda West's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with common health conditions slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age cohorts

Health data shows relatively positive outcomes for Kambalda West residents, with common health conditions slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age cohorts. As of August 2021, approximately 62% (1,088 people) have private health cover, which is higher than the national average of 55.3%.

The most common medical conditions in the area are asthma and mental health issues, affecting 9.1 and 8.7% of residents respectively, while 70.0% reported being completely clear of medical ailments compared to 74.9% across Rest of WA. As of August 2021, 10.5% (183 people) of residents are aged 65 and over, which is higher than the 9.2% in Rest of WA. This aligns broadly with the general population's health profile.

Kambalda West ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Kambalda West had a cultural diversity index below the average, with 72.2% of its population being Australian citizens, 77.8% born in Australia, and 94.5% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion in Kambalda West, accounting for 37.3% of the population. The most notable overrepresentation was seen in the 'Other' category, comprising 0.7% of the population compared to 1.2% across the rest of Western Australia.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups were Australian (31.0%), English (27.0%), and Scottish (8.1%). There were also notable differences in the representation of certain ethnic groups: Maori at 5.8% compared to the regional average of 3.3%, New Zealanders at 2.2% versus 1.5%, and Welsh at 0.8% against a regional average of 0.5%.

Kambalda West's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The median age in Kambalda West is 35 years, which is lower than Rest of WA's average of 40 and also slightly below the Australian median of 38. Compared to Rest of WA, Kambalda West has a higher proportion of residents aged 25-34 (16.1%) but fewer residents aged 65-74 (7.2%). According to the 2021 Census, the age group 25 to 34 has increased from 12.8% to 16.1% of the population, while the age group 55 to 64 has decreased from 13.8% to 12.9%. By 2041, Kambalda West's age composition is expected to change significantly. The 25 to 34 age group is projected to grow by 46%, adding 130 people and reaching a total of 411 from the current 280. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 age group is expected to decrease by 4 residents.