- Est. Median Value
- $439K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $186/wk
- Safety Score
- 58/100
- Green Space
- 8%
- Current Weather
- 10.3°C
- Median Age
- 40 yrs
~67 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Kaitawa
Is Kaitawa a good place to live?
Kaitawa is home to roughly 642 people across 26.0 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Kaitawa scores 45 out of 100, with a safety score of 58/100 and 8% green space.
Schools: Kaitawa has 1 school 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 $439K, and weekly rent typically sits around $186.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 10.3°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Kaitawa 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
- Safety58
- Amenities32
- Schools34
- Housing Affordability85
- Green space28
- Community44
- Transport20
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $439K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $186/wk
- Median HH Income
- $87K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +3.9%
- 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 Kaitawa?
- Children living in Kaitawa are in zone for Pahiatua School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Kaitawa?
- 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 Kaitawa?
- The postcode for Kaitawa is 4981.
- What is the population of Kaitawa?
- Kaitawa has 642 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Kaitawa?
- The estimated median property value in Kaitawa is $439K. Median weekly rent is $186/week.
- Where is Kaitawa?
- Kaitawa is in Tararua, Manawatu-Whanganui, New Zealand.
- Is Kaitawa a good place to live?
- Kaitawa scores 45/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Kaitawa
Schools in zone for Kaitawa
Children living in Kaitawa have a guaranteed right to enrol at these school, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Pahiatua School
Full Primary · roll 329 · decile 4
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Kaitawa. 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.
Kaitawa Weather
Current conditions: 10.3°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 20.19 | 12.81 | 3.6 | 9.57 |
| ☀️ Feb | 19.59 | 12.36 | 5.18 | 9.39 |
| 🍂 Mar | 17.22 | 9.49 | 2.97 | 8.93 |
| 🍂 Apr | 16.35 | 9.39 | 2.96 | 7.68 |
| 🍂 May | 13.44 | 6.86 | 2.83 | 6.94 |
| ❄️ Jun | 11.76 | 6.3 | 2.56 | 5.6 |
| ❄️ Jul | 10.77 | 4.66 | 3.35 | 5.63 |
| ❄️ Aug | 10.76 | 3.88 | 3.47 | 6.84 |
| 🌸 Sep | 13.14 | 6.44 | 4.67 | 8.38 |
| 🌸 Oct | 14.75 | 7.21 | 3.46 | 9.1 |
| 🌸 Nov | 15.86 | 8.96 | 3.25 | 9.35 |
| ☀️ Dec | 19 | 11.72 | 2.95 | 9.23 |
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