- Est. Median Value
- $879K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $336/wk
- Safety Score
- 77/100
- Green Space
- 30%
- Current Weather
- 10.5°C
- Median Age
- 45 yrs
~48 crimes/1k/yr
scattered clouds
Living in Koru
Is Koru a good place to live?
Koru is home to roughly 555 people across 22.1 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Koru scores 59 out of 100, with a safety score of 77/100 and 30% green space.
Schools: Koru 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 $879K, and weekly rent typically sits around $336.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 10.5°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Koru 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
- Safety77
- Amenities10
- Schools90
- Housing Affordability43
- Green space99
- Community100
- Transport21
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $879K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $336/wk
- Median HH Income
- $109K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +19.4%
- 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 Koru?
- Children living in Koru are in zone for Oakura School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Koru?
- 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 Koru?
- The postcode for Koru is 4374.
- What is the population of Koru?
- Koru has 555 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Koru?
- The estimated median property value in Koru is $879K. Median weekly rent is $336/week.
- Where is Koru?
- Koru is in New Plymouth, Taranaki, New Zealand.
- Is Koru a good place to live?
- Koru scores 59/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Koru
Schools in zone for Koru
Children living in Koru have a guaranteed right to enrol at these school, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Oakura School
Full Primary · roll 365 · decile 10
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Koru. 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 Koru that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Green School New Zealand
Composite · roll 92 · 0.6 km away
Tradies & Services in Koru
Tradies & services(1)
The Forest Ltd
Koru Weather
Current conditions: 10.5°C, scattered clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 21.49 | 15.77 | 5.05 | 11.39 |
| ☀️ Feb | 20.89 | 15.41 | 8.19 | 10.38 |
| 🍂 Mar | 19.17 | 13.31 | 4.61 | 9.92 |
| 🍂 Apr | 17.99 | 12.73 | 6.67 | 8.75 |
| 🍂 May | 15.59 | 11.1 | 9.76 | 7.14 |
| ❄️ Jun | 14.08 | 9.62 | 8.47 | 7.23 |
| ❄️ Jul | 13.24 | 8.81 | 9 | 6.78 |
| ❄️ Aug | 13.05 | 8.11 | 10.16 | 7.28 |
| 🌸 Sep | 14.2 | 9.54 | 7.4 | 9.08 |
| 🌸 Oct | 15.28 | 10.37 | 6.98 | 9.71 |
| 🌸 Nov | 17.03 | 12.01 | 9.08 | 10.53 |
| ☀️ Dec | 19.2 | 14.09 | 7.68 | 10.78 |
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