- Est. Median Value
- $748K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $460/wk
- Safety Score
- 70/100
- Green Space
- 60%
- Current Weather
- 10.0°C
- Median Age
- 53 yrs
~56 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in High Island
Is High Island a good place to live?
High Island is home to roughly 1,431 people. On Suburb's overall livability scale, High Island scores 52 out of 100, with a safety score of 70/100 and 60% green space.
Schools: High Island has 2 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 $748K, and weekly rent typically sits around $460.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 10.0°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether High Island 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
- Safety70
- Amenities28
- Schools63
- Housing Affordability50
- Green space100
- Community56
- Transport13
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $748K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $460/wk
- Median HH Income
- $80K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +2.8%
- 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which schools are in zone for High Island?
- High Island is not covered by a school enrolment zone. Nearby schools may accept enrolments under open enrolment or by application.
- How do I check my school zone in High Island?
- 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 population of High Island?
- High Island has 1,431 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in High Island?
- The estimated median property value in High Island is $748K. Median weekly rent is $460/week.
- Where is High Island?
- High Island is in Whangarei, Northland, New Zealand.
- Is High Island a good place to live?
- High Island scores 52/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in High Island
Schools in zone for High Island
No enrolment-zoned schools cover High Island. The schools below are the nearest options — many operate open enrolment.
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in High Island. 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 High Island that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Whangarei Heads School
Full Primary · roll 139 · decile 8 · 0.8 km away
One Tree Point School
Contributing · roll 244 · decile 4 · 5.0 km away
High Island Weather
Current conditions: 10.0°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 22.95 | 18.58 | 4.99 | 10.27 |
| ☀️ Feb | 23.12 | 17.86 | 5.21 | 10.51 |
| 🍂 Mar | 22.03 | 15.81 | 1.06 | 10.48 |
| 🍂 Apr | 20.39 | 15.82 | 3.61 | 8.31 |
| 🍂 May | 17.78 | 13.48 | 3.5 | 8.14 |
| ❄️ Jun | 16.37 | 12.01 | 3.52 | 7.02 |
| ❄️ Jul | 15.47 | 10.3 | 3.77 | 7.65 |
| ❄️ Aug | 15.42 | 9.2 | 2.38 | 8.29 |
| 🌸 Sep | 17.29 | 11.22 | 2.38 | 9.47 |
| 🌸 Oct | 18.35 | 12.52 | 3.26 | 10.43 |
| 🌸 Nov | 20.05 | 13.42 | 2.32 | 11.3 |
| ☀️ Dec | 23.09 | 16.4 | 3 | 11.39 |
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