- Est. Median Value
- $464K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $246/wk
- Safety Score
- 45/100
- Green Space
- 19%
- Current Weather
- -0.4°C
- Median Age
- 47 yrs
~80 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Matamau
Is Matamau a good place to live?
Matamau is home to roughly 217 people across 92.5 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Matamau scores 46 out of 100, with a safety score of 45/100 and 19% green space.
Housing: The estimated median value is around $464K, and weekly rent typically sits around $246.
Lifestyle: Matamau has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is -0.4°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Matamau 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
- Safety45
- Amenities10
- Schools0
- Housing Affordability81
- Green space63
- Community56
- Transport20
Some dimensions are still pending data: schoolQuality.
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $464K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $246/wk
- Median HH Income
- $76K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +5.0%
- 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
- What is the postcode for Matamau?
- The postcode for Matamau is 4977.
- What is the population of Matamau?
- Matamau has 217 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Matamau?
- The estimated median property value in Matamau is $464K. Median weekly rent is $246/week.
- Where is Matamau?
- Matamau is in Tararua, Manawatu-Whanganui, New Zealand.
- Is Matamau a good place to live?
- Matamau scores 46/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Eat & Drink in Matamau
Places to eat & drink(3)
Matatamau Diner
Norsewood, NZ
Matamau Diner
Matamau Weather
Current conditions: -0.4°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 20.27 | 11.92 | 4.79 | 10.18 |
| ☀️ Feb | 20.22 | 11.96 | 7.4 | 9.25 |
| 🍂 Mar | 17.59 | 9.57 | 3.93 | 8.88 |
| 🍂 Apr | 16.3 | 8.1 | 2.4 | 8.13 |
| 🍂 May | 13.67 | 6.4 | 3.57 | 7.26 |
| ❄️ Jun | 11.5 | 5.82 | 4.22 | 6.09 |
| ❄️ Jul | 10.56 | 4.51 | 4.05 | 5.24 |
| ❄️ Aug | 11.41 | 3.47 | 2.63 | 6.81 |
| 🌸 Sep | 13.28 | 5.26 | 4.41 | 8.14 |
| 🌸 Oct | 15.07 | 6.47 | 3.58 | 9.07 |
| 🌸 Nov | 16.85 | 8.73 | 4.11 | 9.56 |
| ☀️ Dec | 19.38 | 11.31 | 4.89 | 9.49 |
Matamau Community
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