Overall score
Lamington
34.6/100
South Kalgoorlie
42.2/100
Lamington vs South Kalgoorlie, WA suburb comparison
Lamington for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
LamingtonSouth Kalgoorlie
Crime rate
Lamington
2757.0 / 1k
South Kalgoorlie
1357.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Lamington
4
South Kalgoorlie
20
Population
Lamington
2,036
South Kalgoorlie
4,416
Metric leadLamington 2South Kalgoorlie 7across 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
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 | Lamington | South Kalgoorlie |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 34.6/100 | 42.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 44.2/100 | 26.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 2757.0 / 1k | 1357.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 8 |
| Public transport stops | 7 | 17 |
| Walkability | 10.5/100 | 52.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 4 | 20 |
| Population | 2,036 | 4,416 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Lamington is a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace, and South Kalgoorlie is a regional mid-sized suburb that feels self-contained without feeling remote.
Lamington pulls ahead on housing affordability and stronger socioeconomic advantage, whereas South Kalgoorlie is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and public transport access. Lamington generally means more sought-after housing, while South Kalgoorlie leans toward more approachable housing costs.
On balance, retirees and investors are more likely to prefer Lamington, while South Kalgoorlie remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.