- Est. Median Value
- $980K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $450/wk
- Safety Score
- 37/100
- Green Space
- 51%
- Current Weather
- 3.6°C
- Median Age
- 42 yrs
~88 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Lower Kaimai
Is Lower Kaimai a good place to live?
Lower Kaimai is home to roughly 2,148 people across 126.0 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Lower Kaimai scores 44 out of 100, with a safety score of 37/100 and 51% green space.
Schools: Lower Kaimai has 3 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 $980K, and weekly rent typically sits around $450.
Lifestyle: Lower Kaimai has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 3.6°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Lower Kaimai 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
- Safety37
- Amenities10
- Schools69
- Housing Affordability38
- Green space100
- Community67
- Transport30
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $980K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $450/wk
- Median HH Income
- $118K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +5.9%
- 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 Lower Kaimai?
- Children living in Lower Kaimai are in zone for Tauranga Boys' College, Tauranga Girls' College. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Lower Kaimai?
- 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 Lower Kaimai?
- The postcode for Lower Kaimai is 3171.
- What is the population of Lower Kaimai?
- Lower Kaimai has 2,148 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Lower Kaimai?
- The estimated median property value in Lower Kaimai is $980K. Median weekly rent is $450/week.
- Where is Lower Kaimai?
- Lower Kaimai is in Western Bay of Plenty, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand.
- Is Lower Kaimai a good place to live?
- Lower Kaimai scores 44/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Lower Kaimai
Schools in zone for Lower Kaimai
Children living in Lower Kaimai have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Tauranga Boys' College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 2327 · decile 6
Tauranga Girls' College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 1474 · decile 6
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Lower Kaimai. 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 Lower Kaimai that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Kaimai School
Full Primary · roll 54 · decile 8 · 1.4 km away
Explore Lower Kaimai
Things to do(3)
ZoukBoost
Maggie Lees Equestrian
Kaimai Lookout
Parks & green spaces(1)
Kaimai Lookout
Healthcare
Pharmacies and clinics for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Eat & Drink in Lower Kaimai
Places to eat & drink(1)
Kaimai Cafe
Beauty & Fitness in Lower Kaimai
Beauty & fitness(2)
Maggie Lees Equestrian
ZoukBoost
Stay in Lower Kaimai
Places to stay(2)
Poripori Homestead
Ngamuwahine Lodge
Lower Kaimai Weather
Current conditions: 3.6°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 22.01 | 14.96 | 12.95 | 9.89 |
| ☀️ Feb | 22.08 | 14.29 | 8.2 | 10.02 |
| 🍂 Mar | 19.79 | 11.28 | 3.5 | 10.14 |
| 🍂 Apr | 18.22 | 11.37 | 5.6 | 8.21 |
| 🍂 May | 15.27 | 8.92 | 9.69 | 7.63 |
| ❄️ Jun | 13.89 | 7.94 | 6.33 | 7.15 |
| ❄️ Jul | 12.94 | 6.21 | 4.13 | 7.31 |
| ❄️ Aug | 13.14 | 5.05 | 4.03 | 8.3 |
| 🌸 Sep | 15.24 | 8 | 5.23 | 9.24 |
| 🌸 Oct | 16.98 | 8.98 | 5.53 | 10.29 |
| 🌸 Nov | 18.76 | 10.54 | 4.88 | 10.79 |
| ☀️ Dec | 21.64 | 13.62 | 6.71 | 10.91 |
Lower Kaimai Community
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