- Est. Median Value
- $1.08M
- Median Weekly Rent
- $420/wk
- Safety Score
- 24/100
- Green Space
- 62%
- Current Weather
- 2.8°C
- Median Age
- 55 yrs
~101 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Bowentown
Is Bowentown a good place to live?
Bowentown is home to roughly 906 people across 2.1 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Bowentown scores 33 out of 100, with a safety score of 24/100 and 62% green space.
Schools: Bowentown has 1 school in or near the suburb, spanning early-childhood through to secondary education. See the Schools tab below for the full list.
Housing: The estimated median value is around $1.08M, and weekly rent typically sits around $420.
Lifestyle: Bowentown has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 2.8°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Bowentown is right for you depends on what you’re looking for. Use the data and community tips below to decide if it suits your lifestyle, family and budget.
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Livability Breakdown
- Safety24
- Amenities10
- Schools55
- Housing Affordability35
- Green space100
- Community10
- Transport30
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $1.08M
- Median Weekly Rent
- $420/wk
- Median HH Income
- $77K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +12.7%
- Data Year
- 2023
Key Financial Indicators (NZD)
† Est. Median Value is suburb.co.nz's own estimate, modelled from available public data. We aim for accuracy, but where data is limited, estimates may be imprecise.
Nearby Suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which schools are in zone for Bowentown?
- Children living in Bowentown are in zone for Waihi Beach School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Bowentown?
- Use the School Zone Checker on this page. Enter your address to check your school zone and see which schools you have a guaranteed right to enrol at.
- What is the postcode for Bowentown?
- The postcode for Bowentown is 3611.
- What is the population of Bowentown?
- Bowentown has 906 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Bowentown?
- The estimated median property value in Bowentown is $1.1M. Median weekly rent is $420/week.
- Where is Bowentown?
- Bowentown is in Western Bay of Plenty, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand.
- Is Bowentown a good place to live?
- Bowentown scores 33/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Bowentown
Schools in zone for Bowentown
Children living in Bowentown have a guaranteed right to enrol at these school, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Waihi Beach School
Contributing · roll 266 · decile 7
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Bowentown. School enrolment zones (home zones) decide which schools your child has a guaranteed right to enrol at.
Address matching is approximate and based on OpenStreetMap geocoding — confirm an exact result near a zone boundary directly with the school.
Eat & Drink in Bowentown
Places to eat & drink(3)
The Bowentown
The Boat Club Restaurant/Cafe
Shoreline Restaurant & Cafe
Professional Services in Bowentown
Professional services(1)
Waihi Beach Hive
Stay in Bowentown
Places to stay(2)
Bowentown Domain
Waihi Beach Motels@Bowentown
Bowentown Weather
Current conditions: 2.8°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 23.25 | 16.86 | 8.2 | 10.32 |
| ☀️ Feb | 22.81 | 16.44 | 7.81 | 9.79 |
| 🍂 Mar | 21.21 | 14.22 | 2.98 | 9.87 |
| 🍂 Apr | 19.37 | 13.51 | 4.81 | 8.28 |
| 🍂 May | 16.91 | 11.09 | 4.77 | 7.67 |
| ❄️ Jun | 15.1 | 9.86 | 6.46 | 6.93 |
| ❄️ Jul | 14.41 | 8.62 | 6.69 | 6.81 |
| ❄️ Aug | 14.65 | 7.67 | 3.2 | 8.08 |
| 🌸 Sep | 16.18 | 9.6 | 5.36 | 8.91 |
| 🌸 Oct | 17.67 | 10.82 | 4.63 | 9.87 |
| 🌸 Nov | 19.67 | 12.66 | 5.4 | 10.42 |
| ☀️ Dec | 22.19 | 15.24 | 6.17 | 10.81 |
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