- Est. Median Value
- $747K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $540/wk
- Safety Score
- 44/100
- Green Space
- 24%
- Current Weather
- -0.6°C
- Median Age
- 36 yrs
~81 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Fitzroy
Is Fitzroy a good place to live?
Fitzroy is home to roughly 3,750 people across 1.5 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Fitzroy scores 43 out of 100, with a safety score of 44/100 and 24% green space.
Schools: Fitzroy 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 $747K, and weekly rent typically sits around $540.
Lifestyle: Fitzroy has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is -0.6°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Fitzroy 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
- Safety44
- Amenities34
- Schools56
- Housing Affordability50
- Green space80
- Community10
- Transport20
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $747K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $540/wk
- Median HH Income
- $104K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +32.6%
- 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 Fitzroy?
- Children living in Fitzroy are in zone for Melville Primary School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Fitzroy?
- 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 Fitzroy?
- The postcode for Fitzroy is 3206.
- What is the population of Fitzroy?
- Fitzroy has 3,750 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Fitzroy?
- The estimated median property value in Fitzroy is $747K. Median weekly rent is $540/week.
- Where is Fitzroy?
- Fitzroy is in Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand.
- Is Fitzroy a good place to live?
- Fitzroy scores 43/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Fitzroy
Schools in zone for Fitzroy
Children living in Fitzroy have a guaranteed right to enrol at these school, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Melville Primary School
Contributing · roll 253 · decile 2
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Fitzroy. 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 Fitzroy that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Glenview School (Hamilton)
Contributing · roll 407 · decile 4 · 0.9 km away
St Pius X Catholic School (Melville)
Full Primary · roll 267 · decile 3 · 1.1 km away
Mangakōtukutuku College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 782 · decile 4 · 1.7 km away
Hamilton West School
Full Primary · roll 686 · decile 5 · 2.1 km away
Hillcrest Normal School
Contributing · roll 609 · decile 8 · 2.2 km away
Deanwell School
Contributing · roll 380 · decile 3 · 2.3 km away
Knighton Normal School
Contributing · roll 649 · decile 5 · 2.3 km away
Sacred Heart Girls' College (Ham)
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 938 · decile 8 · 2.4 km away
Marian Catholic School (Hamilton)
Full Primary · roll 613 · decile 7 · 2.4 km away
Berkley Normal Middle School
Restricted Composite (Year 7-10) · roll 775 · decile 8 · 2.6 km away
St John's College (Hillcrest)
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 969 · decile 7 · 2.8 km away
Te Kura Amorangi o Whakawatea
Full Primary · roll 123 · decile 4 · 2.9 km away
Hamilton East School
Contributing · roll 502 · decile 4 · 2.9 km away
Patricia Avenue School
Specialist School · roll 211 · decile 4 · 2.9 km away
Southcity Christian School
Full Primary · roll 226 · decile 5 · 2.9 km away
Hamilton Boys' High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 2302 · decile 7 · 3.1 km away
Hillcrest High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 1848 · decile 7 · 3.1 km away
Peachgrove Intermediate
Intermediate · roll 511 · decile 5 · 3.1 km away
Hamilton Girls' High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 1828 · decile 6 · 3.3 km away
Silverdale Normal School
Contributing · roll 366 · decile 4 · 3.3 km away
TKKM o Toku Mapihi Maurea
Full Primary · roll 96 · decile 5 · 3.4 km away
Hamilton Seventh-Day Adventist School
Full Primary · roll 120 · decile 6 · 3.5 km away
Waikato Montessori Education Centre
Full Primary · roll 56 · 3.9 km away
Tai Wananga
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 175 · decile 4 · 4.2 km away
Southwell School
Full Primary · roll 646 · decile 10 · 4.2 km away
Rhode Street School
Full Primary · roll 201 · decile 2 · 4.5 km away
Whitiora School
Full Primary · roll 212 · decile 3 · 4.5 km away
Te Wharekura o Kirikiriroa
Composite · roll 313 · decile 2 · 4.6 km away
Rukuhia School
Full Primary · roll 108 · decile 8 · 4.6 km away
Frankton School
Contributing · roll 683 · decile 3 · 4.9 km away
Tamahere Model Country School
Contributing · roll 363 · decile 10 · 5.0 km away
Rubbish & Recycling
- Rubbish collection
- Thursday (weekly)
- Recycling & glass crate
- Thursday (fortnightly, Week 2)
- Next recycling
- 6 August
Find your collection days on the Hamilton City Council website →
Rubbish bin
Non-recyclable general waste. Put out every Thursday.
Recycling bin
Paper, cardboard, metal cans, rigid plastic containers. Put out every second Thursday.
Glass crate
Glass bottles and jars. Blue crate collected every second Thursday alongside recycling.
Food scraps bin
Food and kitchen scraps. Green bin collected every Thursday.
Collection data sourced from Hamilton City Council.
Explore Fitzroy
Things to do(3)
Hamilton City Darts Association
Sandford Park
yokyok vlog
Parks & green spaces(1)
Sandford Park
Healthcare(1)
Hands On Waikato Limited
Eat & Drink in Fitzroy
Places to eat & drink(2)
Glenview Club
Peacockes
Tradies & Services in Fitzroy
Tradies & services(3)
Kia Kaha Electrical
P.D.S Ltd
Peacock Lawn and Garden Care
Shops in Fitzroy
Shops(1)
Active Site Partners
Beauty & Fitness in Fitzroy
Beauty & fitness(5)
Aligned Within
Classic nails by vani
FadeStop Barbers
Hamilton City Darts Association
yokyok vlog
Professional Services in Fitzroy
Professional services(4)
IanMusson.com
ManaakiMade
Sh Advisory
South City Electrical
Fitzroy Weather
Current conditions: -0.6°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 23.58 | 15.59 | 7.25 | 10.05 |
| ☀️ Feb | 23.24 | 14.42 | 4.61 | 10.34 |
| 🍂 Mar | 20.59 | 11.34 | 2.49 | 9.9 |
| 🍂 Apr | 19.45 | 11.57 | 3.14 | 8.44 |
| 🍂 May | 16.43 | 8.75 | 4.56 | 7.46 |
| ❄️ Jun | 15.1 | 7.4 | 3.32 | 7.16 |
| ❄️ Jul | 13.9 | 6.04 | 3.1 | 6.88 |
| ❄️ Aug | 14.16 | 5.1 | 2.53 | 8.08 |
| 🌸 Sep | 16.34 | 8.14 | 3.86 | 9.17 |
| 🌸 Oct | 17.84 | 9.43 | 3.24 | 10.24 |
| 🌸 Nov | 19.61 | 11.31 | 3.91 | 10.41 |
| ☀️ Dec | 22.67 | 14.06 | 4.61 | 10.63 |
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