- Est. Median Value
- $696K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $250/wk
- Safety Score
- 32/100
- Green Space
- 34%
- Current Weather
- 9.5°C
- Median Age
- 50 yrs
~93 crimes/1k/yr
overcast clouds
Living in Māhia
Is Māhia a good place to live?
Māhia is home to roughly 1,380 people across 213.8 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Māhia scores 38 out of 100, with a safety score of 32/100 and 34% green space.
Schools: Māhia 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 $696K, and weekly rent typically sits around $250.
Lifestyle: Māhia has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 9.5°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Māhia 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
- Safety32
- Amenities18
- Schools50
- Housing Affordability54
- Green space100
- Community11
- Transport10
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $696K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $250/wk
- Median HH Income
- $62K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +23.3%
- 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 Māhia?
- Children living in Māhia are in zone for Campion College. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Māhia?
- 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 Māhia?
- The postcode for Māhia is 4198.
- What is the population of Māhia?
- Māhia has 1,380 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Māhia?
- The estimated median property value in Māhia is $696K. Median weekly rent is $250/week.
- Where is Māhia?
- Māhia is in Wairoa, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand.
- Is Māhia a good place to live?
- Māhia scores 38/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Māhia
Schools in zone for Māhia
Children living in Māhia have a guaranteed right to enrol at these school, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Campion College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 489 · decile 6
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Māhia. 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 Māhia
Things to do(1)
Mahia Peninsula Scenic Reserve
Parks & green spaces(1)
Mahia Peninsula Scenic Reserve
Healthcare
Pharmacies and clinics for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Eat & Drink in Māhia
Places to eat & drink(4)
Sunset Point
TheBreak
Rocket Cafe
Opoutama Old School Cafe and Oceann Diner
Tradies & Services in Māhia
Tradies & services(2)
Coastal Construction
DT Builders
Shops in Māhia
Shops(1)
Mahia Beach Store
Stay in Māhia
Places to stay(4)
Mahia Beach Motels and Holiday Park
Mahia Paradise Bach
Kaiuku Marae, Mahia Peninsula
Bay View - Mahia Peninsula
Māhia Weather
Current conditions: 9.5°C, overcast clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 20.53 | 16.06 | 4.53 | 10.33 |
| ☀️ Feb | 20.94 | 15.84 | 4.68 | 10.32 |
| 🍂 Mar | 19.02 | 13.55 | 2.26 | 10.53 |
| 🍂 Apr | 17.75 | 13.11 | 1.66 | 8.4 |
| 🍂 May | 14.92 | 10.97 | 3.9 | 7.36 |
| ❄️ Jun | 13.62 | 9.98 | 5.6 | 5.95 |
| ❄️ Jul | 12.67 | 7.97 | 3.27 | 6.75 |
| ❄️ Aug | 12.82 | 7.21 | 1.73 | 8.26 |
| 🌸 Sep | 15.97 | 9.15 | 3.46 | 9.89 |
| 🌸 Oct | 17.03 | 10.62 | 2.15 | 10.56 |
| 🌸 Nov | 18.17 | 12.39 | 2.72 | 10.83 |
| ☀️ Dec | 21.58 | 15.1 | 4.01 | 11.07 |
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