- Est. Median Value
- $883K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $570/wk
- Safety Score
- 73/100
- Green Space
- 32%
- Current Weather
- 10.4°C
- Median Age
- 46 yrs
~52 crimes/1k/yr
overcast clouds
Living in Fitzherbert
Fitzherbert is a southern Palmerston North suburb across the Manawatū River from the central city, around 3 km south via the Fitzherbert Bridge. It's anchored by the Massey University Turitea campus, which sits on the southern hill above the suburb, with around 4,500 residents and a strong university-and-research character that gives Fitzherbert a different feel to the rest of Palmy.
Massey University's Turitea campus is the main local institution. The country's largest agricultural and veterinary university campus, with around 14,000 students across multiple sites, the campus dominates the southern hill with its mix of mid-century academic buildings, the Veterinary Teaching Hospital and the broader agricultural research facilities.
AgResearch Grasslands and the wider Linton agricultural research precinct sit further south of the campus, making the wider Fitzherbert area one of the country's main agricultural research hubs.
The Fitzherbert shops are compact, with most major shopping done at central Palmerston North across the river. Fitzherbert Avenue runs the length of the suburb. Most homes are mid-century weatherboard on the lower slopes and newer student rentals closer to the campus. Quieter in summer, genuinely intense in term time.
Is Fitzherbert a good place to live?
Fitzherbert is home to roughly 4,317 people across 12.6 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Fitzherbert scores 67 out of 100, with a safety score of 73/100 and 32% green space.
Schools: Fitzherbert has 32 schools 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 $883K, and weekly rent typically sits around $570.
Lifestyle: Fitzherbert has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 10.4°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Fitzherbert 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
- Safety73
- Amenities58
- Schools82
- Housing Affordability43
- Green space100
- Community100
- Transport20
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $883K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $570/wk
- Median HH Income
- $122K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +9.7%
- 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
- Where is Fitzherbert in Palmerston North?
- Fitzherbert is a southern Palmerston North suburb across the Manawatū River from the central city, around 3 km south via the Fitzherbert Bridge. It sits between the river (north) and the Massey University Turitea campus (south).
- Is Massey University in Fitzherbert?
- Yes. The Massey University Turitea campus sits on the hill above Fitzherbert. The country's largest agricultural and veterinary university campus, with around 14,000 students, mid-century academic buildings and the Veterinary Teaching Hospital.
- What is the Massey University Turitea campus?
- The Massey University Turitea campus is Massey's main Palmerston North campus, the country's largest agricultural and veterinary university campus. It includes the College of Sciences, the Veterinary Teaching Hospital and AgResearch facilities.
- What is AgResearch Grasslands?
- AgResearch Grasslands is a major Crown research institute facility on Fitzherbert Avenue, focused on pastoral and grasslands research. It's part of the wider Fitzherbert agricultural research precinct that includes Massey University and the Linton research facilities.
- How do I get from central Palmerston North to Fitzherbert?
- By car, around 5 to 10 minutes via Fitzherbert Avenue and the Fitzherbert Bridge. Bus services run regularly from the central Palmerston North interchange to the Massey University campus via Fitzherbert.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Fitzherbert
Schools in zone for Fitzherbert
Children living in Fitzherbert have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Cornerstone Christian School
Composite · roll 597 · decile 7
Awatapu College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 897
Palmerston North Boys' High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 1846 · decile 6
Palmerston North Girls' High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 1339 · decile 6
Aokautere School
Contributing · roll 147 · decile 10
College Street Normal School
Contributing · roll 572 · decile 8
Hokowhitu School
Contributing · roll 359 · decile 7
Palmerston North Intermediate
Intermediate · roll 745 · decile 6
Turitea School
Contributing · roll 125 · decile 10
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School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Fitzherbert. 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.
Other nearby schools
Schools close to Fitzherbert that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
St James' Catholic School Te Kura Katorika o Hato Heemi
Contributing · roll 140 · decile 2 · 1.9 km away
Winchester School (P North)
Contributing · roll 325 · decile 8 · 2.1 km away
Manukura
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 192 · 2.2 km away
Manawatu Community High School - Manawatu Kura a Iwi
Activity Centre · 2.5 km away
West End School (P North)
Contributing · roll 322 · 3.0 km away
Palmerston North Adventist Christian School
Contributing · roll 97 · decile 3 · 3.0 km away
Parkland School (P North)
Contributing · roll 298 · decile 7 · 3.1 km away
Carncot Independent School
Full Primary · roll 128 · decile 10 · 3.3 km away
Riverdale School (P North)
Contributing · roll 358 · decile 8 · 3.4 km away
Mana Tamariki
Composite · roll 68 · decile 5 · 3.6 km away
Terrace End School
Contributing · roll 209 · decile 3 · 3.6 km away
Our Lady of Lourdes School (P North)
Contributing · roll 146 · decile 6 · 3.7 km away
Awapuni School (P North)
Contributing · roll 99 · decile 2 · 3.9 km away
Monrad - Te Kura Waenga o Tirohanga
Intermediate · roll 330 · decile 3 · 3.9 km away
Central Normal School
Contributing · roll 450 · decile 4 · 4.0 km away
Queen Elizabeth College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 434 · decile 3 · 4.2 km away
Takaro School
Full Primary · roll 194 · decile 1 · 4.2 km away
Ross Intermediate
Intermediate · roll 440 · decile 6 · 4.4 km away
Whakatipuria Teen Parent Unit
Teen Parent Unit · decile 6 · 4.4 km away
Freyberg High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 976 · decile 4 · 4.5 km away
St Mary's School (P North)
Contributing · roll 213 · decile 6 · 4.5 km away
Russell Street School
Contributing · roll 323 · decile 8 · 4.6 km away
Te Kura o Wairau
Contributing · roll 151 · decile 2 · 5.0 km away
Explore Fitzherbert
Things to do(6)
Peren Park
Adderstone Reserve
IPC Mixed Martial Arts
Atawhai Park
Anzac Park
Te Motu o Poutoa
Parks & green spaces(5)
Peren Park
Adderstone Reserve
Atawhai Park
Anzac Park
Te Motu o Poutoa
Healthcare
Pharmacies and clinics for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Eat & Drink in Fitzherbert
Places to eat & drink(11)
Ocggi sushi 뉴질랜드
Summerhill Bridal
The Hilltop
Summerhill
Indian Summer
Suny Cafe
Hilltop
Thai Mekong Restaurant
Il Capo Pasta & Pizzeria
Wholegrain Organics
Coffee In A Box
Tradies & Services in Fitzherbert
Tradies & services(3)
Green Solution
Lollipops Ruapehu Drive
The Landscape Supply Yard
Shops in Fitzherbert
Shops(4)
Decopot Ltd
New World Aokautere
Pandora
Vivierenz
Beauty & Fitness in Fitzherbert
Beauty & fitness(5)
Bijonei Hair Design
Calibri NZ NailArtist
IPC Mixed Martial Arts
Juno Beauty
Pink Tips- your local nail technician
Professional Services in Fitzherbert
Professional services(1)
yvette maree photography
Fitzherbert Weather
Current conditions: 10.4°C, overcast clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 21.45 | 13.41 | 4.57 | 10.48 |
| ☀️ Feb | 20.55 | 12.98 | 4.33 | 9.9 |
| 🍂 Mar | 18.27 | 10.22 | 2.91 | 9.16 |
| 🍂 Apr | 17.35 | 9.62 | 3.33 | 7.73 |
| 🍂 May | 14.46 | 7.13 | 4.53 | 7.23 |
| ❄️ Jun | 12.75 | 6.44 | 2.32 | 6.44 |
| ❄️ Jul | 11.8 | 4.93 | 3.68 | 5.97 |
| ❄️ Aug | 11.86 | 4.54 | 5.2 | 7.08 |
| 🌸 Sep | 14.2 | 6.64 | 5.05 | 8.54 |
| 🌸 Oct | 15.66 | 7.77 | 5 | 9.58 |
| 🌸 Nov | 16.94 | 9.61 | 3.75 | 9.3 |
| ☀️ Dec | 20.06 | 12.54 | 3.57 | 10 |
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