- Est. Median Value
- $772K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $259/wk
- Safety Score
- 60/100
- Green Space
- 25%
- Current Weather
- 3.5°C
- Median Age
- 46 yrs
~65 crimes/1k/yr
broken clouds
Living in Kai Iwi
Is Kai Iwi a good place to live?
Kai Iwi is home to roughly 1,407 people across 84.4 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Kai Iwi scores 48 out of 100, with a safety score of 60/100 and 25% green space.
Schools: Kai Iwi 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 $772K, and weekly rent typically sits around $259.
Lifestyle: Kai Iwi has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 3.5°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Kai Iwi 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
- Safety60
- Amenities10
- Schools72
- Housing Affordability49
- Green space83
- Community56
- Transport20
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $772K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $259/wk
- Median HH Income
- $92K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +8.8%
- 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.
Nearby Suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which schools are in zone for Kai Iwi?
- Children living in Kai Iwi are in zone for Whanganui Collegiate School, Kai Iwi School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Kai Iwi?
- 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 Kai Iwi?
- The postcode for Kai Iwi is 4574.
- What is the population of Kai Iwi?
- Kai Iwi has 1,407 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Kai Iwi?
- The estimated median property value in Kai Iwi is $772K. Median weekly rent is $259/week.
- Where is Kai Iwi?
- Kai Iwi is in Whanganui, Manawatu-Whanganui, New Zealand.
- Is Kai Iwi a good place to live?
- Kai Iwi scores 48/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Kai Iwi
Schools in zone for Kai Iwi
Children living in Kai Iwi have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Whanganui Collegiate School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 372 · decile 9
Kai Iwi School
Full Primary · roll 96 · decile 6
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Kai Iwi. 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.
Explore Kai Iwi
Things to do(3)
Bushy Park
Hazard County
Bushy Park Riding School
Parks & green spaces(1)
Bushy Park
Healthcare
Pharmacies and clinics for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Beauty & Fitness in Kai Iwi
Beauty & fitness(2)
Bushy Park Riding School
Hazard County
Stay in Kai Iwi
Places to stay(1)
Mowhanau Lookout freedom Camping
Kai Iwi Weather
Current conditions: 3.5°C, broken clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 21.53 | 14.34 | 5.2 | 10.81 |
| ☀️ Feb | 20.66 | 13.82 | 3.28 | 10.57 |
| 🍂 Mar | 18.63 | 11.58 | 2.57 | 10.14 |
| 🍂 Apr | 18.08 | 10.9 | 3.67 | 8.59 |
| 🍂 May | 15.31 | 9.01 | 3.91 | 7.34 |
| ❄️ Jun | 13.81 | 7.33 | 1.66 | 7.61 |
| ❄️ Jul | 12.6 | 6.68 | 3.64 | 6.98 |
| ❄️ Aug | 12.43 | 5.76 | 3.94 | 7.8 |
| 🌸 Sep | 14.59 | 8.15 | 4.32 | 9.18 |
| 🌸 Oct | 15.95 | 9.06 | 3.43 | 10.21 |
| 🌸 Nov | 17.03 | 10.42 | 3.24 | 10.45 |
| ☀️ Dec | 20.08 | 13.33 | 3.02 | 10.81 |
Kai Iwi Community
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