Overall score
South Kalgoorlie
42.2/100
West Lamington
28.9/100
South Kalgoorlie vs West Lamington, WA suburb comparison
South Kalgoorlie for families; West Lamington for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
South KalgoorlieWest Lamington
Crime rate
South Kalgoorlie
1357.4 / 1k
West Lamington
4113.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
South Kalgoorlie
20
West Lamington
6
Population
South Kalgoorlie
4,416
West Lamington
1,373
Metric leadSouth Kalgoorlie 7West Lamington 2across 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for familiesSouth Kalgoorlie
- Best for investmentWest Lamington
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 | South Kalgoorlie | West Lamington |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 42.2/100 | 28.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 26.8/100 | 35.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 1357.4 / 1k | 4113.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 8 | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 17 | 9 |
| Walkability | 52.5/100 | 13.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 20 | 6 |
| Population | 4,416 | 1,373 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 6/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, South Kalgoorlie is a regional mid-sized suburb that feels self-contained without feeling remote, and West Lamington is a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace.
South Kalgoorlie tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and public transport access, while West Lamington stands out for housing affordability and stronger socioeconomic advantage. On housing, South Kalgoorlie sits in a affordable band, compared with a expensive feel in West Lamington.
South Kalgoorlie suits retirees and families more clearly, whereas West Lamington is the stronger match for investors.