- Est. Median Value
- $709K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $383/wk
- Safety Score
- 53/100
- Green Space
- 22%
- Current Weather
- 10.3°C
- Median Age
- 46 yrs
~72 crimes/1k/yr
overcast clouds
Living in Mata
Is Mata a good place to live?
Mata is home to roughly 209 people across 45.4 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Mata scores 43 out of 100, with a safety score of 53/100 and 22% green space.
Schools: Mata has 2 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 $709K, and weekly rent typically sits around $383.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 10.3°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Mata 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.
Livability Breakdown
- Safety53
- Amenities10
- Schools58
- Housing Affordability53
- Green space72
- Community44
- Transport13
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $709K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $383/wk
- Median HH Income
- $84K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +13.4%
- 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 Mata?
- Children living in Mata are in zone for Ruakākā School, Bream Bay College. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Mata?
- 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 Mata?
- The postcode for Mata is 0171.
- What is the population of Mata?
- Mata has 209 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Mata?
- The estimated median property value in Mata is $709K. Median weekly rent is $383/week.
- Where is Mata?
- Mata is in Whangarei, Northland, New Zealand.
- Is Mata a good place to live?
- Mata scores 43/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Mata
Schools in zone for Mata
Children living in Mata have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Ruakākā School
Contributing · roll 303 · decile 6
Bream Bay College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 624 · decile 5
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Mata. 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.
Tradies & Services in Mata
Tradies & services(1)
Roughton Industries Ltd
Mata Weather
Current conditions: 10.3°C, overcast clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 22.79 | 17.37 | 5.97 | 10.15 |
| ☀️ Feb | 23.06 | 16.44 | 5.38 | 10.32 |
| 🍂 Mar | 21.66 | 14.05 | 0.94 | 10.24 |
| 🍂 Apr | 20.07 | 14.4 | 4.03 | 8.13 |
| 🍂 May | 17.32 | 12.01 | 3.44 | 8.02 |
| ❄️ Jun | 15.87 | 10.55 | 3.83 | 6.83 |
| ❄️ Jul | 15.06 | 9.24 | 3.99 | 7.54 |
| ❄️ Aug | 15.12 | 7.98 | 2.47 | 8.14 |
| 🌸 Sep | 17.01 | 10.29 | 2.93 | 9.29 |
| 🌸 Oct | 18 | 11.43 | 4 | 10.19 |
| 🌸 Nov | 19.98 | 12.21 | 2.8 | 11.18 |
| ☀️ Dec | 23.15 | 15.41 | 3.47 | 11.17 |
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