- Est. Median Value
- $719K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $465/wk
- Safety Score
- 48/100
- Green Space
- 56%
- Current Weather
- 9.2°C
- Median Age
- 52 yrs
~77 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Maraetotara
Is Maraetotara a good place to live?
Maraetotara is home to roughly 1,359 people across 21.2 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Maraetotara scores 45 out of 100, with a safety score of 48/100 and 56% green space.
Schools: Maraetotara has 7 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 $719K, and weekly rent typically sits around $465.
Lifestyle: Maraetotara has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 9.2°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Maraetotara 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
- Schools56
- Housing Affordability52
- Green space100
- Community44
- Transport30
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $719K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $465/wk
- Median HH Income
- $103K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- -2.6%
- 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 Maraetotara?
- Children living in Maraetotara are in zone for Trident High School, Whakatane High School, Ōhope Beach School, Whakatane Intermediate. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Maraetotara?
- 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 Maraetotara?
- The postcode for Maraetotara is 3120.
- What is the population of Maraetotara?
- Maraetotara has 1,359 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Maraetotara?
- The estimated median property value in Maraetotara is $719K. Median weekly rent is $465/week.
- Where is Maraetotara?
- Maraetotara is in Whakatane, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand.
- Is Maraetotara a good place to live?
- Maraetotara scores 45/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Maraetotara
Schools in zone for Maraetotara
Children living in Maraetotara have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Trident High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 858 · decile 4
Whakatane High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 1269 · decile 3
Ōhope Beach School
Contributing · roll 208 · decile 8
Whakatane Intermediate
Intermediate · roll 584 · decile 3
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Maraetotara. 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 Maraetotara that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Apanui School
Contributing · roll 412 · decile 5 · 4.2 km away
Allandale School
Contributing · roll 338 · decile 2 · 4.5 km away
St Joseph's Catholic School (Whakatane)
Full Primary · roll 255 · decile 6 · 4.6 km away
Eat & Drink in Maraetotara
Places to eat & drink(1)
Ohiwa Oyster Farm
Maraetotara Weather
Current conditions: 9.2°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 22.51 | 15.87 | 6.71 | 10.04 |
| ☀️ Feb | 22.52 | 14.83 | 7.36 | 9.76 |
| 🍂 Mar | 21.18 | 11.4 | 2.33 | 10.54 |
| 🍂 Apr | 19.42 | 11.43 | 3.59 | 8.52 |
| 🍂 May | 16.37 | 8.68 | 5.93 | 7.8 |
| ❄️ Jun | 14.98 | 7.7 | 6.16 | 7.22 |
| ❄️ Jul | 14.27 | 4.97 | 3.55 | 7.38 |
| ❄️ Aug | 14.19 | 4.08 | 2.89 | 8.48 |
| 🌸 Sep | 16.76 | 7.21 | 5.43 | 9.48 |
| 🌸 Oct | 17.86 | 9.12 | 3.79 | 10.54 |
| 🌸 Nov | 19.98 | 10.97 | 2.93 | 11.26 |
| ☀️ Dec | 22.36 | 14.53 | 4.29 | 11.17 |
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