- Est. Median Value
- $578K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $250/wk
- Safety Score
- 31/100
- Green Space
- 0%
- Current Weather
- 4.9°C
- Median Age
- 44 yrs
~94 crimes/1k/yr
scattered clouds
Living in Half Moon Bay
Is Half Moon Bay a good place to live?
Half Moon Bay is home to roughly 1,875 people across 0.8 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Half Moon Bay scores 36 out of 100, with a safety score of 31/100 and 0% green space.
Schools: Half Moon Bay has 4 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 $578K, and weekly rent typically sits around $250.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 4.9°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Half Moon Bay 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.
Livability Breakdown
- Safety31
- Amenities40
- Schools49
- Housing Affordability65
- Green space10
- Community22
- Transport30
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $578K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $250/wk
- Median HH Income
- $103K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- -0.6%
- 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 Half Moon Bay?
- Children living in Half Moon Bay are in zone for Rotorua Boys' High School, Rotorua Girls' High School, John Paul College. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Half Moon Bay?
- 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 Half Moon Bay?
- The postcode for Half Moon Bay is 3073.
- What is the population of Half Moon Bay?
- Half Moon Bay has 1,875 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Half Moon Bay?
- The estimated median property value in Half Moon Bay is $578K. Median weekly rent is $250/week.
- Where is Half Moon Bay?
- Half Moon Bay is in Rotorua, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand.
- Is Half Moon Bay a good place to live?
- Half Moon Bay scores 36/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Half Moon Bay
Schools in zone for Half Moon Bay
Children living in Half Moon Bay have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Rotorua Boys' High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 1176 · decile 3
Rotorua Girls' High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 662
John Paul College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 1103 · decile 7
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Half Moon Bay. 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 Half Moon Bay that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Lake Rerewhakaaitu School
Full Primary · roll 68 · decile 7 · 2.2 km away
Half Moon Bay Weather
Current conditions: 4.9°C, scattered clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 20.48 | 12.77 | 7.12 | 9.08 |
| ☀️ Feb | 20.91 | 12.62 | 5.59 | 9.45 |
| 🍂 Mar | 18.5 | 9.42 | 2.6 | 9.93 |
| 🍂 Apr | 16.43 | 9.35 | 2.68 | 7.83 |
| 🍂 May | 12.95 | 6.9 | 6.34 | 6.85 |
| ❄️ Jun | 11.49 | 5.57 | 5.22 | 6.38 |
| ❄️ Jul | 10.44 | 3.98 | 2.95 | 6.72 |
| ❄️ Aug | 10.92 | 3.1 | 2.25 | 7.73 |
| 🌸 Sep | 13.64 | 5.48 | 3.96 | 8.72 |
| 🌸 Oct | 15.64 | 6.75 | 3.82 | 9.79 |
| 🌸 Nov | 17.6 | 8.58 | 3.39 | 10.45 |
| ☀️ Dec | 20.62 | 11.67 | 4.67 | 10.36 |
Half Moon Bay Community
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