- Est. Median Value
- $724K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $200/wk
- Safety Score
- 48/100
- Green Space
- 48%
- Current Weather
- 5.7°C
- Median Age
- 45 yrs
~77 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Kuratau
Is Kuratau a good place to live?
Kuratau is home to roughly 1,353 people across 276.7 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Kuratau scores 37 out of 100, with a safety score of 48/100 and 48% green space.
Schools: Kuratau has 1 school 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 $724K, and weekly rent typically sits around $200.
Lifestyle: Kuratau has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 5.7°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Kuratau 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
- Safety48
- Amenities10
- Schools19
- Housing Affordability52
- Green space100
- Community22
- Transport20
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $724K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $200/wk
- Median HH Income
- $79K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +7.1%
- 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 Kuratau?
- Children living in Kuratau are in zone for Kuratau School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Kuratau?
- 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 Kuratau?
- The postcode for Kuratau is 3381.
- What is the population of Kuratau?
- Kuratau has 1,353 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Kuratau?
- The estimated median property value in Kuratau is $724K. Median weekly rent is $200/week.
- Where is Kuratau?
- Kuratau is in Taupo, Waikato, New Zealand.
- Is Kuratau a good place to live?
- Kuratau scores 37/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Kuratau
Schools in zone for Kuratau
Children living in Kuratau have a guaranteed right to enrol at these school, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Kuratau School
Full Primary · roll 95 · decile 2
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Kuratau. 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.
Explore Kuratau
Things to do(2)
Taumarunui Motorcycle Club
CMF Running
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 Kuratau
Places to eat & drink(1)
Floating Rock Cafe
Beauty & Fitness in Kuratau
Beauty & fitness(2)
CMF Running
Taumarunui Motorcycle Club
Professional Services in Kuratau
Professional services(1)
Kohi Learning Centre
Stay in Kuratau
Places to stay(2)
Kuratau at Kingfisher Lake Taupo holiday house
Waipapa Cottage
Kuratau Weather
Current conditions: 5.7°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 18.84 | 11.31 | 6.45 | 9.79 |
| ☀️ Feb | 18.25 | 10.63 | 5.38 | 10.19 |
| 🍂 Mar | 15.39 | 7.58 | 4.43 | 9.57 |
| 🍂 Apr | 14.29 | 7.57 | 3.24 | 7.95 |
| 🍂 May | 11.02 | 5 | 5.11 | 6.56 |
| ❄️ Jun | 9.69 | 4.26 | 3.16 | 6.67 |
| ❄️ Jul | 8.35 | 2.46 | 4 | 6.28 |
| ❄️ Aug | 8.68 | 1.55 | 4.31 | 7.51 |
| 🌸 Sep | 11.08 | 3.9 | 6.17 | 8.64 |
| 🌸 Oct | 13 | 4.93 | 6.06 | 9.45 |
| 🌸 Nov | 14.81 | 6.87 | 4.33 | 10.24 |
| ☀️ Dec | 17.96 | 9.95 | 5.37 | 10.43 |
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