- Est. Median Value
- $579K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $250/wk
- Safety Score
- 33/100
- Green Space
- 92%
- Current Weather
- 8.4°C
- Median Age
- 53 yrs
~93 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Kennedy Bay
Is Kennedy Bay a good place to live?
Kennedy Bay is home to roughly 228 people across 51.7 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Kennedy Bay scores 37 out of 100, with a safety score of 33/100 and 92% green space.
Schools: Kennedy Bay 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 $579K, and weekly rent typically sits around $250.
Lifestyle: Kennedy Bay has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 8.4°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Kennedy Bay 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
- Safety33
- Amenities10
- Schools36
- Housing Affordability65
- Green space100
- Community10
- Transport20
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $579K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $250/wk
- Median HH Income
- $55K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +5.3%
- 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 Kennedy Bay?
- Children living in Kennedy Bay are in zone for Coromandel Area School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Kennedy Bay?
- 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 Kennedy Bay?
- The postcode for Kennedy Bay is 3583.
- What is the population of Kennedy Bay?
- Kennedy Bay has 228 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Kennedy Bay?
- The estimated median property value in Kennedy Bay is $579K. Median weekly rent is $250/week.
- Where is Kennedy Bay?
- Kennedy Bay is in Thames-Coromandel, Waikato, New Zealand.
- Is Kennedy Bay a good place to live?
- Kennedy Bay scores 37/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Kennedy Bay
Schools in zone for Kennedy Bay
Children living in Kennedy Bay have a guaranteed right to enrol at these school, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Coromandel Area School
Composite · roll 210 · decile 3
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Kennedy Bay. 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 Kennedy Bay that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
TKKM o Harataunga
Full Primary · roll 11 · decile 2 · 2.6 km away
Explore Kennedy Bay
Things to do(2)
Historic shipyard
Old whaling station
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 Kennedy Bay
Places to eat & drink(1)
Tokatea Lookout
Professional Services in Kennedy Bay
Professional services(1)
Thames Coromandel District Shearers
Kennedy Bay Weather
Current conditions: 8.4°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 22.12 | 17.13 | 7.75 | 9.67 |
| ☀️ Feb | 22.34 | 16.59 | 8.15 | 10.28 |
| 🍂 Mar | 20.54 | 14.79 | 1.93 | 10.39 |
| 🍂 Apr | 19.07 | 14.51 | 3.76 | 8.67 |
| 🍂 May | 16.47 | 11.96 | 4.83 | 7.89 |
| ❄️ Jun | 14.89 | 10.82 | 4.11 | 7.31 |
| ❄️ Jul | 13.9 | 9.3 | 4.01 | 7.48 |
| ❄️ Aug | 13.79 | 8.27 | 2.93 | 8.51 |
| 🌸 Sep | 15.65 | 10.84 | 4.11 | 9.43 |
| 🌸 Oct | 16.8 | 11.79 | 3.26 | 10.1 |
| 🌸 Nov | 18.77 | 13.04 | 2.45 | 10.67 |
| ☀️ Dec | 21.54 | 15.55 | 3.56 | 11.48 |
Kennedy Bay Community
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