Kalgoorlie - North
Statistical Area - sa2

Kalgoorlie - North has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

Kalgoorlie - North's population is 9,515 as of Aug 2025. This reflects an increase of 804 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 8,711. The change is inferred from ABS estimated resident population of 9,417 in June 2024 and additional 68 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to 306 persons per square kilometer. Kalgoorlie - North's growth of 9.2% since the 2021 census exceeded SA4 region (7.6%) and SA3 area, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Natural growth contributed approximately 60.4% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data and post-2032 estimations, AreaSearch utilises growth rates by age cohort provided by ABS in its latest Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data). Population projections expect an increase just below the median of national non-metropolitan areas to 2041, with Kalgoorlie - North expected to gain 713 persons, recording a total growth of 6.5%.

AreaSearch analysis of residential development drivers sees Kalgoorlie - North recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide

Kalgoorlie - North has averaged approximately 18 new dwelling approvals annually. The Australian Bureau of Statistics produces development approval data on a financial year basis, with 91 homes approved over the past five years between FY21 and FY25, and 5 approvals so far in FY26. Each home built over these five years has attracted an average of 3.7 new residents per year, indicating significant demand exceeding supply, which typically leads to price growth and increased buyer competition. The average construction value of new homes is $438,000.

In the current financial year, there have been $5.8 million in commercial approvals, reflecting the area's predominantly residential nature. Compared to the rest of WA, Kalgoorlie - North has slightly more development activity, with 21.0% above the regional average per person over the past five years, maintaining good buyer choice while supporting existing property values. However, this is still below the national average, suggesting possible planning constraints and an area mature in its housing stock. New developments consist of 62.0% detached dwellings and 38.0% townhouses or apartments, offering a wider range of medium-density options to cater to varying price brackets and lifestyle preferences. This shift marks a significant departure from the current housing pattern, which is 85.0% houses, potentially indicating diminishing developable land availability.

The area's quiet development environment is reflected in its estimated population density of approximately 600 people per dwelling approval. Future projections indicate Kalgoorlie - North adding 615 residents by 2041, with construction maintaining a reasonable pace to meet projected growth, although increasing competition among buyers can be expected as the population grows.

Kalgoorlie - North has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 4thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 22 projects likely influencing the region. Notable initiatives include GreenView at Karlkurla, Goldfields Pipeline Renewal (Stage 1), KCGM's 800-bed workers accommodation camp, and Kalgoorlie Rail Realignment. The following list details those most relevant:.

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The exceptional employment performance in Kalgoorlie - North places it among Australia's strongest labour markets

Kalgoorlie - North has a skilled workforce with strong manufacturing and industrial sectors, and an unemployment rate of 1.4% as of June 2025. There are 5,299 residents employed, which is 1.8% below the Rest of WA's rate of 3.2%.

The workforce participation rate is 74.3%, compared to the Rest of WA's 59.4%. Major employment industries include mining, health care & social assistance, and education & training. Mining has particularly high representation, with employment levels at 2.5 times the regional average. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing shows lower representation at 0.1% versus the regional average of 9.3%.

The Census working population vs resident population suggests limited local employment opportunities. Between June 2024 and June 2025, labour force decreased by 2.3%, while employment declined by 2.5%, increasing unemployment by 0.2 percentage points. This contrasts with the Rest of WA, where employment rose by 1.1%. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia (May 2025) project a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Kalgoorlie - North's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 5.2% over five years and 11.9% over ten years.

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

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of ATO data released on June 30, 2022, Kalgoorlie - North had a median income among taxpayers of $83,437 and an average income of $96,675. These figures are significantly higher than the national median of $57,323 and Rest of WA's average of $71,163. By March 2025, considering a Wage Price Index growth of 11.61%, estimated incomes would be approximately $93,124 (median) and $107,899 (average). The 2021 Census showed household, family, and personal incomes in Kalgoorlie - North ranked between the 91st and 96th percentiles nationally. Income distribution analysis revealed that 34.9% of locals (3,320 people) earned between $1,500 and $2,999 annually, similar to the broader area's pattern at 31.1%. Economic strength is evident with 41.0% of households earning over $3,000 weekly, supporting high consumer spending. After housing costs, residents retain 88.0% of their income, indicating strong purchasing power. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

Kalgoorlie - North is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

In Kalgoorlie - North, as evaluated in the latest Census, 85.4% of dwellings were houses while 14.6% were other types such as semi-detached homes and apartments. This compares to Non-Metro WA's figures of 82.9% houses and 17.0% other dwellings. Home ownership in Kalgoorlie - North stood at 17.8%, with the remaining dwellings being mortgaged (43.4%) or rented (38.8%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,730, higher than Non-Metro WA's average of $1,517. The median weekly rent in Kalgoorlie - North was $330, compared to Non-Metro WA's figure of $280. Nationally, Kalgoorlie - North's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Kalgoorlie - North has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 72.4% of all households, including 36.1% couples with children, 25.8% couples without children, and 9.3% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 27.6%, with lone person households at 24.4% and group households comprising 3.5%. The median household size is 2.6 people, which is larger than the Rest of WA average of 2.5.

Educational outcomes in Kalgoorlie - North fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

In Kalgoorlie's North Trail region, as of the latest data, 22.6% of residents aged 15 and above hold university degrees, compared to Australia's national average of 30.4%. This indicates a potential for educational development. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent (15.4%), followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.7%) and graduate diplomas (2.5%). Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 40.6% of residents aged 15 and above holding such qualifications, including advanced diplomas (8.3%) and certificates (32.3%).

Educational participation is high, with 31.6% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, comprising 12.8% in primary, 8.1% in secondary, and 3.0% in tertiary education. The region's educational provision includes North Kalgoorlie Primary School and Hannans Primary School, serving a total of 829 students. These schools operate under typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 969) and offer balanced educational opportunities, focusing exclusively on primary education with secondary options available in nearby areas. The region has limited local school capacity, with 8.7 places per 100 residents compared to the regional average of 17.6, resulting in many families traveling for schooling.

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

Transport analysis in Kalgoorlie - North shows 47 active public transport stops, all serving buses. These are covered by four routes offering a combined total of 76 weekly passenger trips. The area has good transport accessibility, with residents on average living 202 meters from the nearest stop.

Service frequency is 10 trips per day across all routes, translating to roughly one weekly trip per stop.

Kalgoorlie - North's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions

Health outcomes data shows excellent results in Kalgoorlie - North, with younger cohorts having a very low prevalence of common health conditions. The rate of private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 70% of the total population (6,641 people), compared to 62.3% across Rest of WA and the national average of 55.3%. The most common medical conditions in the area are asthma and mental health issues, affecting 6.9 and 6.4% of residents respectively, while 76.4% declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments compared to 74.9% across Rest of WA.

The area has 8.1% of residents aged 65 and over (773 people), lower than the 9.2% in Rest of WA. Health outcomes among seniors require more attention than those of the broader population, despite being above average.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Kalgoorlie - North was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Kalgoorlie - North had a higher than average cultural diversity, with 12.9% of its population speaking a language other than English at home as of the 2016 Census. Additionally, 25.7% of its residents were born overseas. Christianity was found to be the predominant religion in Kalgoorlie - North, comprising 44.0% of its population.

However, Islam showed an overrepresentation, making up 1.2% of the population compared to the regional average of 1.0%. The top three ancestry groups based on country of birth of parents were Australian (27.4%), English (27.3%), and Other (8.0%). Notably, Maori (2.4%) were overrepresented compared to the regional average of 3.3%, New Zealanders (1.4%) were slightly underrepresented compared to the regional average of 1.5%, and South Africans (1.1%) showed a marginal overrepresentation compared to the regional average of 0.9%.

Kalgoorlie - North's young demographic places it in the bottom 15% of areas nationwide

Kalgoorlie - North's median age is 32 years, which is younger than Rest of WA's 40 and the national average of 38 years. The age group 25-34 has a strong representation at 19.8%, compared to Rest of WA's percentage, while the 65-74 cohort is less prevalent at 5.6%. This concentration in the 25-34 age group is higher than the national average of 14.5%. Between 2021 and now, the 25-34 age group has increased from 16.9% to 19.8%, while the 35-44 cohort rose from 15.7% to 17.2%. Conversely, the 45-54 cohort declined from 12.7% to 11.0% and the 5-14 group decreased from 15.5% to 14.1%. Population forecasts for Kalgoorlie - North in 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes, with the 25-34 age cohort projected to increase by 591 people (31%), from 1,884 to 2,476. Conversely, population declines are projected for the 75-84 and 85+ cohorts.