Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
4 Wordsworth Street
Zoning & Regional Plan
R20
Residential Zone R20
LEP: City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder Town Planning Scheme No. 3
Height Limit
9m or 2 storeys
Min Lot Size
500m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Kalgoorlie is served by several public primary and secondary schools, with Kalgoorlie Primary and Kalgoorlie-Boulder Community High School forming the main public catchment. Catholic options including St Barbara's and Sacred Heart provide alternative primary schooling. Families should confirm their specific catchment zone with the WA Department of Education, as boundaries can vary by address.
Likely public catchment
Properties in central Kalgoorlie are typically zoned for Kalgoorlie Primary School (primary) and Kalgoorlie-Boulder Community High School (secondary); verify exact boundaries with the WA Department of Education.
Nearby schools
Kalgoorlie Primary School
In catchmentKalgoorlie-Boulder Community High School
In catchmentSomerville Primary School
St Barbara's Primary School
Sacred Heart Primary School
Kalgoorlie Secondary College
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
4 Wordsworth Street in Kalgoorlie is located in a residential area with generally light traffic conditions. The property has good access to local roads with moderate connectivity to the town center and main commercial areas.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Minimal peak-hour impact. Light residential traffic during morning (7-9am) and evening (4-6pm) commute periods. No significant bottlenecks expected on surrounding local roads.
Public Transport
Kalgoorlie has limited public transport. Nearest bus stops approximately 400-600m away. Regional coach services available from town center (approximately 1.5-2km). Private vehicle recommended for most journeys.
Public Transport
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Flood Risk
Kalgoorlie is located in inland Western Australia with an arid climate and minimal surface water. While minor drainage issues can occur during rare heavy rainfall events in ephemeral creeks, the region lacks major perennial rivers or flood-prone catchments comparable to eastern Australian systems. Flood risk is generally low, though site-specific drainage assessment may be warranted for properties near seasonal watercourses.
Planning Controls
- •WA Planning Commission State Planning Policy 2.3 (Protection of Internationally and Nationally Important Wetlands)
- •Local planning scheme provisions for water management and drainage (City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder)
- •Consideration of historic minor flood events in ephemeral creek systems (Karlantijpa and minor tributaries)
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-12.5
Kalgoorlie is located in Western Australia's semi-arid goldfields region with moderate bushfire risk driven by scattered mallee vegetation and dry conditions rather than dense forest. Properties in the Kalgoorlie townsite and immediate surrounds typically fall within BAL-12.5 zoning, though outer fringe areas and properties near vegetated gullies may experience higher exposure. Vegetation recovery after winter rains and the town's relatively isolated position in open terrain suggest moderate rather than high risk for most residential properties.
Crime & Safety
Kalgoorlie experiences crime rates elevated above Western Australian state averages, reflecting socioeconomic pressures and transient population dynamics in a mining-dependent regional centre. Property crime including theft and break-and-enter remain significant concerns. Community safety initiatives and local policing have maintained stable conditions in recent years, though ongoing targeted interventions remain warranted.
Total Incidents
8,500
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Above Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Kalgoorlie remains defined by mining-led economics with development activity centred on heritage precinct revitalisation (Golden Mile), selective residential infill on established lots, and regionally-focused infrastructure. Activity is moderate, reflecting the town's dependency on commodity cycles and its role as a regional service centre rather than high-growth urban expansion.
Kalgoorlie Golden Mile Heritage Precinct Revitalisation
0 kmTourism and heritage conservation initiative focusing on restoration of historic mining and colonial-era buildings along Hannan Street for hospitality, retail and cultural uses.
Determination: 2024-2025
West Kalgoorlie Residential Infill DA
2.5 kmSmall-scale residential subdivision releasing infill lots in established suburbs for detached housing on standard 600-800 sqm blocks.
Determination: 2024-2025
Kalgoorlie Regional Hospital Upgrade
1.5 kmRegional health facility expansion and modernisation to support growing regional population and mining workforce.
Determination: 2024
Boulder Mining Supply & Logistics Hub
8 kmSupport services and warehousing facility for mining operations and regional supply chains in the Boulder industrial precinct.
Determination: 2025
Regional University Campus Development
3 kmExpanded tertiary education facilities and student accommodation supporting skills development for mining and regional industries.
Heritage & Conservation
Kalgoorlie is a significant heritage town with extensive Western Australian Heritage Council listings reflecting its gold rush era origins and 1890s-1900s development. The central business district, particularly around Hannan Street, and the broader mining heritage precinct are subject to strict conservation controls. Most properties in the historic core are within heritage overlays with development restrictions.
⚠️ Restrictions
- •Demolition of heritage buildings requires approval from WA Heritage Council
- •External alterations to listed properties must be sympathetic to original character
- •Mining heritage structures subject to heritage conservation requirements
- •Streetscape consistency requirements in central commercial precinct
Nearby Heritage Items