- Est. Median Value
- $755K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $400/wk
- Safety Score
- 48/100
- Green Space
- 0%
- Current Weather
- 3.7°C
- Median Age
- 41 yrs
~77 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Karetoto Island
Is Karetoto Island a good place to live?
Karetoto Island is home to roughly 1,881 people. On Suburb's overall livability scale, Karetoto Island scores 36 out of 100, with a safety score of 48/100 and 0% green space.
Schools: Karetoto 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 $755K, and weekly rent typically sits around $400.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 3.7°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Karetoto 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
- Safety48
- Amenities35
- Schools54
- Housing Affordability50
- Green space10
- Community22
- Transport20
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $755K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $400/wk
- Median HH Income
- $103K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +9.2%
- 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which schools are in zone for Karetoto Island?
- Children living in Karetoto Island are in zone for Raglan Area School, Te Mata School (Raglan). Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Karetoto 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 Karetoto Island?
- Karetoto Island has 1,881 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Karetoto Island?
- The estimated median property value in Karetoto Island is $755K. Median weekly rent is $400/week.
- Where is Karetoto Island?
- Karetoto Island is in Waikato, New Zealand.
- Is Karetoto Island a good place to live?
- Karetoto Island scores 36/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Karetoto Island
Schools in zone for Karetoto Island
Children living in Karetoto Island have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Raglan Area School
Composite · roll 595 · decile 4
Te Mata School (Raglan)
Full Primary · roll 153 · decile 6
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Karetoto 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.
Karetoto Island Weather
Current conditions: 3.7°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 22.24 | 16.55 | 131.87 | 10.81 |
| ☀️ Feb | 22.12 | 16.27 | 171.73 | 10.73 |
| 🍂 Mar | 20.16 | 14.24 | 99.3 | 9.82 |
| 🍂 Apr | 19.03 | 13.33 | 107.03 | 8.8 |
| 🍂 May | 16.48 | 11.12 | 177.37 | 7.58 |
| ❄️ Jun | 14.93 | 9.62 | 173.7 | 7.05 |
| ❄️ Jul | 13.89 | 8.97 | 215.9 | 6.74 |
| ❄️ Aug | 13.82 | 8.12 | 169.07 | 7.82 |
| 🌸 Sep | 15.2 | 10.12 | 163.17 | 8.92 |
| 🌸 Oct | 16.38 | 10.95 | 151.17 | 9.89 |
| 🌸 Nov | 18.01 | 13.01 | 206.1 | 10.59 |
| ☀️ Dec | 20.13 | 15.03 | 157.3 | 10.87 |
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