- Est. Median Value
- $1.10M
- Median Weekly Rent
- $350/wk
- Safety Score
- 70/100
- Green Space
- 8%
- Current Weather
- 13.1°C
- Median Age
- 41 yrs
~55 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Maraekākaho
Is Maraekākaho a good place to live?
Maraekākaho is home to roughly 1,590 people across 200.7 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Maraekākaho scores 44 out of 100, with a safety score of 70/100 and 8% green space.
Schools: Maraekākaho 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 $1.10M, and weekly rent typically sits around $350.
Lifestyle: Maraekākaho has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 13.1°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Maraekākaho 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
- Safety70
- Amenities10
- Schools69
- Housing Affordability34
- Green space26
- Community89
- Transport10
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $1.10M
- Median Weekly Rent
- $350/wk
- Median HH Income
- $118K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +14.2%
- 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 Maraekākaho?
- Children living in Maraekākaho are in zone for St John's College (Hastings), Taikura Rudolf Steiner School, Hastings Christian School, Maraekakaho School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Maraekākaho?
- 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 Maraekākaho?
- The postcode for Maraekākaho is 4171.
- What is the population of Maraekākaho?
- Maraekākaho has 1,590 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Maraekākaho?
- The estimated median property value in Maraekākaho is $1.1M. Median weekly rent is $350/week.
- Where is Maraekākaho?
- Maraekākaho is in Hastings, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand.
- Is Maraekākaho a good place to live?
- Maraekākaho scores 44/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Maraekākaho
Schools in zone for Maraekākaho
Children living in Maraekākaho have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
St John's College (Hastings)
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 404 · decile 4
Taikura Rudolf Steiner School
Composite · roll 279 · decile 6
Hastings Christian School
Composite · roll 329 · decile 7
Maraekakaho School
Full Primary · roll 137 · decile 8
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Maraekākaho. 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 Maraekākaho
Things to do(1)
Pounamu Arena
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 Maraekākaho
Places to eat & drink(1)
GodsOwn Brewery
Shops in Maraekākaho
Shops(1)
RARE New Zealand
Beauty & Fitness in Maraekākaho
Beauty & fitness(1)
Pounamu Arena
Maraekākaho Weather
Current conditions: 13.1°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 21.21 | 13.4 | 7.73 | 8.47 |
| ☀️ Feb | 22.18 | 12.8 | 6.53 | 9.85 |
| 🍂 Mar | 19.95 | 9.85 | 2.22 | 9.74 |
| 🍂 Apr | 18.19 | 9.11 | 1.74 | 7.5 |
| 🍂 May | 14.95 | 6.8 | 3.05 | 7.03 |
| ❄️ Jun | 12.54 | 6.16 | 5.6 | 5.7 |
| ❄️ Jul | 12.12 | 4.41 | 2.89 | 6.06 |
| ❄️ Aug | 12.85 | 3.14 | 1.48 | 8.12 |
| 🌸 Sep | 15.91 | 6.23 | 3.45 | 8.71 |
| 🌸 Oct | 17.59 | 7.7 | 2.61 | 10.23 |
| 🌸 Nov | 18.79 | 9.41 | 3.41 | 9.33 |
| ☀️ Dec | 22.6 | 12.98 | 3.35 | 9.84 |
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