- Est. Median Value
- $928K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $305/wk
- Safety Score
- 31/100
- Green Space
- 0%
- Current Weather
- 11.0°C
- Median Age
- 49 yrs
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Living in Mataora Bay
Is Mataora Bay a good place to live?
Mataora Bay is home to roughly 2,424 people. On Suburb's overall livability scale, Mataora Bay scores 31 out of 100, with a safety score of 31/100 and 0% green space.
Schools: Mataora Bay 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 $928K, and weekly rent typically sits around $305.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 11.0°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Mataora Bay 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
- Safety31
- Amenities40
- Schools43
- Housing Affordability40
- Green space10
- Community44
- Transport30
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $928K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $305/wk
- Median HH Income
- $76K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +13.0%
- 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
- Which schools are in zone for Mataora Bay?
- Children living in Mataora Bay are in zone for Waihi East School, Whangamata Area School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Mataora Bay?
- 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 population of Mataora Bay?
- Mataora Bay has 2,424 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Mataora Bay?
- The estimated median property value in Mataora Bay is $928K. Median weekly rent is $305/week.
- Where is Mataora Bay?
- Mataora Bay is in Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand.
- Is Mataora Bay a good place to live?
- Mataora Bay scores 31/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Mataora Bay
Schools in zone for Mataora Bay
Children living in Mataora Bay have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Waihi East School
Contributing · roll 224 · decile 3
Whangamata Area School
Composite · roll 559 · decile 4
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Mataora Bay. 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.
Rubbish & Recycling
Kerbside collection data isn't available for Mataora Bay in our current dataset.
Check your collection days on the Tauranga City Council website →
Mataora Bay Weather
Current conditions: 11.0°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 22.4 | 17.29 | 11.59 | 9.49 |
| ☀️ Feb | 22.5 | 16.31 | 8.97 | 10.03 |
| 🍂 Mar | 21.01 | 13.88 | 1.96 | 10.1 |
| 🍂 Apr | 19.24 | 14.1 | 5.45 | 8.2 |
| 🍂 May | 16.7 | 11.55 | 5.22 | 7.67 |
| ❄️ Jun | 15.19 | 10.49 | 7.98 | 7.08 |
| ❄️ Jul | 14.32 | 8.84 | 4 | 7.39 |
| ❄️ Aug | 14.38 | 7.76 | 2.47 | 8.41 |
| 🌸 Sep | 16.46 | 10.33 | 3.86 | 9.47 |
| 🌸 Oct | 17.7 | 11.24 | 3.58 | 10.14 |
| 🌸 Nov | 19.55 | 12.66 | 3.37 | 10.79 |
| ☀️ Dec | 22.34 | 15.44 | 4.06 | 11.42 |
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