- Est. Median Value
- $1.03M
- Median Weekly Rent
- $480/wk
- Safety Score
- 89/100
- Green Space
- 13%
- Current Weather
- 12.7°C
- Median Age
- 52 yrs
~36 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Māpua
Is Māpua a good place to live?
Māpua is home to roughly 1,620 people across 4.6 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Māpua scores 70 out of 100, with a safety score of 89/100 and 13% green space.
Schools: Māpua has 4 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 $1.03M, and weekly rent typically sits around $480.
Lifestyle: Māpua has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 12.7°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Māpua 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
- Safety89
- Amenities100
- Schools81
- Housing Affordability36
- Green space43
- Community89
- Transport20
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $1.03M
- Median Weekly Rent
- $480/wk
- Median HH Income
- $86K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +9.3%
- 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 Māpua?
- Children living in Māpua are in zone for Waimea College, Motueka High School, Mapua School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Māpua?
- 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 Māpua?
- The postcode for Māpua is 7005.
- What is the population of Māpua?
- Māpua has 1,620 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Māpua?
- The estimated median property value in Māpua is $1M. Median weekly rent is $480/week.
- Where is Māpua?
- Māpua is in Tasman, Nelson / Tasman, New Zealand.
- Is Māpua a good place to live?
- Māpua scores 70/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Māpua
Schools in zone for Māpua
Children living in Māpua have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Waimea College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 1539 · decile 8
Motueka High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 719 · decile 7
Mapua School
Full Primary · roll 235 · decile 10
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Māpua. 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 Māpua that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Mahana School
Full Primary · roll 53 · decile 9 · 4.2 km away
Explore Māpua
Things to do(6)
Purpose Gallery
Mapua Bowling Club
Mapua Tennis Club
Aranui Park
Mapua Wharf
Grossi Point Reserve
Parks & green spaces(2)
Aranui Park
Grossi Point Reserve
Healthcare(1)
Mapua Pharmacy
Eat & Drink in Māpua
Places to eat & drink(26)
Golden Bear
Jellyfish
Apple Shed
Swell Cafe & Bar
Alberta's
Rimu Grove Wine Bar
Rabbit Island Coffee Co.
Sprig & Fern Tavern
The Indian Eatery
Mapua Village Bakery
The Jellyfish
Albertas
Rimu Wine Bar
The Indian, Mapua
PadThai Thai takeaway
Boatshed Cafe
Hamish's Mapua
Lovina Cup
Java Hut Coffee
Jellyfish
Swell bar
Sprig and Fern Mapua
The Smokehouse
The Apple Shed Kitchen and Bar
Motueka Golf Club
Golden Bear Brewing Company
Tradies & Services in Māpua
Tradies & services(10)
Alternative Insulation
Baseline Builders
Bec Deacon Design
BLAC Design and Build
Broster
Home Tiling Ltd
Mapua Auto Centre
Mapua Landscapes
Tasman Landscaping
The Alternative Energy Company
Shops in Māpua
Shops(7)
Coolchange Gallery
Darby & Joan
Four Square
Jacqui's Pre-Loved and More
Jared's Fruit and Veg
Melanie Drewery Studio
Presso NZ Ltd
Beauty & Fitness in Māpua
Beauty & fitness(8)
Abundance Hair in Mapua
Kiwiskin
Mapua Bowling Club
Mapua Tennis Club
Mapua Wharf
The Beauty Clinic
The Beauty Rooms & Day Spa
Zoom Hair and Beauty
Professional Services in Māpua
Professional services(7)
AML Assist Limited
Architecture Studio Mapua
Bradley Nuttall - Financial Advisers in Nelson
Chocolate Dog Studio
First Class Accounts
HV Hoof & Equine Health Care Products
Socialised
Stay in Māpua
Places to stay(3)
Accent House
Mapua41south
Fern Tree Cottage, Mapua
Māpua Weather
Current conditions: 12.7°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 22.42 | 14.07 | 2.2 | 11.07 |
| ☀️ Feb | 22.24 | 13.34 | 2.33 | 11.15 |
| 🍂 Mar | 20.15 | 11.12 | 1.62 | 10.28 |
| 🍂 Apr | 17.83 | 10 | 3.94 | 8.38 |
| 🍂 May | 14.98 | 7.63 | 4.72 | 6.77 |
| ❄️ Jun | 13.28 | 5.82 | 5.24 | 6.8 |
| ❄️ Jul | 12.81 | 4.89 | 1.78 | 7.23 |
| ❄️ Aug | 12.75 | 4.28 | 2.77 | 8.71 |
| 🌸 Sep | 15.21 | 6.65 | 2.22 | 8.94 |
| 🌸 Oct | 16.7 | 7.75 | 4.23 | 10.36 |
| 🌸 Nov | 18.45 | 10.01 | 2.03 | 11.23 |
| ☀️ Dec | 21.79 | 13.51 | 2.4 | 11.52 |
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