Full-time 36.8%Part-time 11.7%Unemployed 2.2%Not in labour 49.2%
Dwelling Types
South Kalgoorlie
House 83.0%Semi-detached 15.6%Flat/Unit 1.1%
Commute Mode
South Kalgoorlie
Car 90.4%Transit 3.5%Bicycle 1.0%Walk 3.0%WFH 2.1%
Country of Birth
Australia
66.0%
New Zealand
9.2%
Philippines
5.2%
England
1.8%
South Africa
1.3%
Language at Home
English only
83.4%
Hindi
0.4%
Mandarin
0.2%
Arabic
0.2%
Vietnamese
0.1%
Frequently Asked Questions about South Kalgoorlie
Is South Kalgoorlie safe?
South Kalgoorlie has a safety score of 15/100, which is well below average for Perth suburbs. A higher score means lower reported crime per resident. Crime is split fairly evenly between property and violent offences. Crime has been trending up in recent years. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Boulder (6/100), Victory Heights (WA) (9/100), Kalgoorlie (2/100). (Data as of July 2026)
How much does it cost to rent in South Kalgoorlie?
Median weekly rent in South Kalgoorlie is $650/wk, making it one of the more affordable suburbs to rent in. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Boulder ($620/wk), Victory Heights (WA) ($580/wk), Kalgoorlie ($680/wk). (Data as of July 2026)
Is South Kalgoorlie affordable to buy in?
The median house price in South Kalgoorlie is $395K, up 6.1% over the past year. Units are more accessible at a median of $351K. For renters, median weekly rent is $650/wk. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Boulder ($370K), Victory Heights (WA) ($385K), Kalgoorlie ($445K). (Data as of July 2026)
South Kalgoorlie is a residential suburb of Kalgoorlie-Boulder, the Goldfields city built on gold and nickel mining. High wages attract engineers, tradies, and FIFO workers, and the local economy stays resilient through national downturns. The trade-offs are remoteness, limited public transport, and persistent concerns about crime and anti-social behaviour. A car is essential. Best suited to those chasing mining-industry income who are comfortable with outback living. The typical house sells for around $395k and rent of $650/week, placing it 61% below the Perth metro median.
With a safety score of 15/100, crime rates run 37 points above the metro average of 52. The median age is 34, with households earning $2,187/week.