- Est. Median Value
- $1.04M
- Median Weekly Rent
- $550/wk
- Safety Score
- 50/100
- Green Space
- 27%
- Current Weather
- 11.4°C
- Median Age
- 35 yrs
~75 crimes/1k/yr
scattered clouds
Living in Kaukapakapa
Is Kaukapakapa a good place to live?
Kaukapakapa is home to roughly 2,832 people across 97.4 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Kaukapakapa scores 54 out of 100, with a safety score of 50/100 and 27% green space.
Schools: Kaukapakapa 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 $1.04M, and weekly rent typically sits around $550.
Lifestyle: Kaukapakapa has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 11.4°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Kaukapakapa 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
- Safety50
- Amenities46
- Schools68
- Housing Affordability36
- Green space91
- Community78
- Transport31
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $1.04M
- Median Weekly Rent
- $550/wk
- Median HH Income
- $146K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +21.2%
- 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 Kaukapakapa?
- Children living in Kaukapakapa are in zone for Kaukapakapa School, Kaipara College. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Kaukapakapa?
- 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 Kaukapakapa?
- The postcode for Kaukapakapa is 0873.
- What is the population of Kaukapakapa?
- Kaukapakapa has 2,832 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Kaukapakapa?
- The estimated median property value in Kaukapakapa is $1M. Median weekly rent is $550/week.
- Where is Kaukapakapa?
- Kaukapakapa is in Auckland, New Zealand.
- Is Kaukapakapa a good place to live?
- Kaukapakapa scores 54/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Kaukapakapa
Schools in zone for Kaukapakapa
Children living in Kaukapakapa have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Kaukapakapa School
Full Primary · roll 249 · decile 7
Kaipara College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 734 · decile 7
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Kaukapakapa. 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.
Rubbish & Recycling
- Rubbish collection
- Thursday (weekly)
- Recycling & organics
- Thursday (fortnightly, varies by street)
Collection weeks vary by street in Kaukapakapa — use the Auckland Council tool to confirm your exact schedule.
Check your exact collection days on the Auckland Council tool →
Rubbish bin
Non-recyclable general waste. Put out every Thursday.
Recycling bin
Paper, cardboard, glass bottles & jars, metal cans, rigid plastic containers. Put out every second Thursday.
Food scraps bin
All food scraps and garden organics. Collected every second Thursday alongside recycling.
Bin lid colours may vary in some older North Shore and Waitakere properties. The identifying colour is on the lid: rubbish (red), recycling (yellow), food scraps (green).
Collection data sourced from Auckland Council.
Explore Kaukapakapa
Things to do(5)
Kaipara Coast Plant Centre & Sculpture Gardens
ITI GGS Miniature Horses and Cart
Kaukapakapa Bowling Club
Rose Flats Equestrian
Kaukapakapa Pony 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.
Eat & Drink in Kaukapakapa
Places to eat & drink(1)
Tradies & Services in Kaukapakapa
Tradies & services(8)
ALS360 Construction
Helensville Hire and Tyre
Kaukapakapa Automotive
Kitchens On Target
New Key Projects
Norfolk Pine Electrical
Paint Professionals
Southern Broadcast
Shops in Kaukapakapa
Shops(4)
Country Meat processors
Kaipara Coast Plant Centre
Kaukapakapa General Store
The Shed Company
Beauty & Fitness in Kaukapakapa
Beauty & fitness(7)
Hair By Melissa A - Kaukapakapa
ITI GGS Miniature Horses and Cart
Kaukapakapa Bowling Club
Kaukapakapa Pony Club
Rose Flats Equestrian
Studio190
The Lash Headquarters
Professional Services in Kaukapakapa
Professional services(1)
Manuka Grove Farm
Stay in Kaukapakapa
Places to stay(1)
Kaukapakapa Hotel
Kaukapakapa Weather
Current conditions: 11.4°C, scattered clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 22.9 | 16.82 | 5.36 | 9.96 |
| ☀️ Feb | 22.78 | 15.74 | 5.34 | 10.25 |
| 🍂 Mar | 20.53 | 13.61 | 2.15 | 10.07 |
| 🍂 Apr | 19.56 | 13.78 | 3.79 | 8.3 |
| 🍂 May | 16.98 | 11.31 | 4.63 | 7.68 |
| ❄️ Jun | 15.52 | 9.84 | 3.06 | 7.07 |
| ❄️ Jul | 14.46 | 8.82 | 4.7 | 7.36 |
| ❄️ Aug | 14.52 | 7.84 | 2.67 | 8.16 |
| 🌸 Sep | 16.13 | 10.36 | 3.45 | 9.18 |
| 🌸 Oct | 17.23 | 11.18 | 3.62 | 9.85 |
| 🌸 Nov | 18.73 | 12.23 | 2.85 | 11.04 |
| ☀️ Dec | 21.55 | 14.91 | 3.74 | 10.74 |
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