Overall score
Boulder
39.9/100
Kalgoorlie
50.5/100
Boulder vs Kalgoorlie, WA Suburb Comparison
Boulder for investment; Kalgoorlie for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BoulderKalgoorlie
Crime rate
Boulder
138.6 / 1k
Kalgoorlie
138.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Boulder
51
Kalgoorlie
155
Population
Boulder
4,872
Kalgoorlie
3,711
Metric leadBoulder 2Kalgoorlie 64 tiedacross 12 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesKalgoorlie
- Best for familiesKalgoorlie
- Best for investmentBoulder
- Best for best schoolsKalgoorlie
Audience fit
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
All metrics
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Full comparison table
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Boulder | Kalgoorlie |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 39.9/100 | 50.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 37.3/100 | 46.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 138.6 / 1k | 138.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 9 | 9 |
| Weather (desirability) | 4.5/100 | 4.5/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 32 | 26 |
| Walkability | 38.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 51 | 155 |
| Green cover | 1.0% | 1.1% |
| Population | 4,872 | 3,711 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 5/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Boulder is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience, and Kalgoorlie is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience.
Boulder tends to lead on housing affordability, public transport access, and a larger local community, while Kalgoorlie stands out for walkability, nearby cafés and amenities, and overall desirability.
Boulder suits investors and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Kalgoorlie is the stronger match for retirees.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.