- Est. Median Value
- $544K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $515/wk
- Safety Score
- 28/100
- Green Space
- 25%
- Current Weather
- -0.2°C
- Median Age
- 44 yrs
~97 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Kapenga
Is Kapenga a good place to live?
Kapenga is home to roughly 124 people across 35.5 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Kapenga scores 39 out of 100, with a safety score of 28/100 and 25% green space.
Schools: Kapenga has 6 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 $544K, and weekly rent typically sits around $515.
Lifestyle: Kapenga has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is -0.2°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Kapenga 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
- Safety28
- Amenities10
- Schools53
- Housing Affordability69
- Green space83
- Community10
- Transport30
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $544K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $515/wk
- Median HH Income
- $122K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- -1.2%
- 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 Kapenga?
- Children living in Kapenga are in zone for Western Heights High School, Rotorua Boys' High School, Rotorua Girls' High School, Rotorua Lakes 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 Kapenga?
- 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 Kapenga?
- The postcode for Kapenga is 3015.
- What is the population of Kapenga?
- Kapenga has 124 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Kapenga?
- The estimated median property value in Kapenga is $544K. Median weekly rent is $515/week.
- Where is Kapenga?
- Kapenga is in Rotorua, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand.
- Is Kapenga a good place to live?
- Kapenga scores 39/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Kapenga
Schools in zone for Kapenga
Children living in Kapenga have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Western Heights High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 1229 · decile 4
Rotorua Boys' High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 1176 · decile 3
Rotorua Girls' High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 662
Rotorua Lakes High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 640 · decile 5
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 Kapenga. 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 Kapenga that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Horohoro School
Full Primary · roll 38 · decile 2 · 4.9 km away
Explore Kapenga
Things to do(1)
Rotorua Rod and Gun Club
Parks & green spaces
Parks and reserves for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Healthcare
Pharmacies and clinics for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Beauty & Fitness in Kapenga
Beauty & fitness(1)
Rotorua Rod and Gun Club
Kapenga Weather
Current conditions: -0.2°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 21.04 | 12.93 | 5.94 | 9.47 |
| ☀️ Feb | 21.3 | 12.57 | 5.11 | 9.47 |
| 🍂 Mar | 18.8 | 9.06 | 2.59 | 9.87 |
| 🍂 Apr | 16.97 | 9.26 | 2.58 | 7.79 |
| 🍂 May | 13.57 | 6.4 | 5.72 | 6.87 |
| ❄️ Jun | 12.11 | 5.43 | 4.32 | 6.61 |
| ❄️ Jul | 11.13 | 3.64 | 2.81 | 6.51 |
| ❄️ Aug | 11.59 | 2.44 | 1.87 | 7.43 |
| 🌸 Sep | 14.14 | 5.63 | 4.09 | 8.64 |
| 🌸 Oct | 16.11 | 7.15 | 3.5 | 9.73 |
| 🌸 Nov | 18.1 | 8.9 | 3.17 | 10.41 |
| ☀️ Dec | 21.15 | 12.03 | 4.24 | 10.55 |
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