- Est. Median Value
- $670K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $320/wk
- Safety Score
- 43/100
- Green Space
- 1%
- Current Weather
- 6.1°C
- Median Age
- 40 yrs
~82 crimes/1k/yr
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Living in Matawhero
Is Matawhero a good place to live?
Matawhero is home to roughly 1,077 people across 21.8 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Matawhero scores 40 out of 100, with a safety score of 43/100 and 1% green space.
Schools: Matawhero 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 $670K, and weekly rent typically sits around $320.
Lifestyle: Matawhero has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 6.1°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Matawhero 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
- Safety43
- Amenities30
- Schools57
- Housing Affordability56
- Green space10
- Community56
- Transport10
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $670K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $320/wk
- Median HH Income
- $84K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +10.5%
- 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 Matawhero?
- Children living in Matawhero are in zone for Campion College, Gisborne Intermediate, Makaraka School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Matawhero?
- 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 Matawhero?
- The postcode for Matawhero is 4010.
- What is the population of Matawhero?
- Matawhero has 1,077 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Matawhero?
- The estimated median property value in Matawhero is $670K. Median weekly rent is $320/week.
- Where is Matawhero?
- Matawhero is in Gisborne, New Zealand.
- Is Matawhero a good place to live?
- Matawhero scores 40/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Matawhero
Schools in zone for Matawhero
Children living in Matawhero have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Campion College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 489 · decile 6
Gisborne Intermediate
Intermediate · roll 504 · decile 4
Makaraka School
Contributing · roll 98 · decile 5
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Matawhero. 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 Matawhero that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Manutuke School
Composite · roll 233 · decile 3 · 3.1 km away
Eat & Drink in Matawhero
Places to eat & drink(3)
Jolly Stockman Hotel
The Vines Restaurant
The Royal Matawhero
Tradies & Services in Matawhero
Tradies & services(9)
AFT Workshop Ltd
Cameron Mechanical
Cameron Mechanical Ltd
Civil Project Solutions
Explore Geotechnical
Judds
McLeods Concreting Contractors
Sheds4U
Siteworx Civil Ltd
Shops in Matawhero
Shops(1)
Riverton Orchard
Professional Services in Matawhero
Professional services(1)
A F Thompson Contracting
Stay in Matawhero
Places to stay(1)
The Pirate Ship
Matawhero Weather
Current conditions: 6.1°C, broken clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 22.19 | 15.38 | 5.53 | 9.87 |
| ☀️ Feb | 22.91 | 14.95 | 7.08 | 9.91 |
| 🍂 Mar | 21.06 | 12.21 | 2 | 10.43 |
| 🍂 Apr | 19.49 | 11.46 | 1.83 | 8.2 |
| 🍂 May | 16.56 | 8.96 | 2.55 | 7.22 |
| ❄️ Jun | 14.51 | 8.13 | 7.54 | 5.71 |
| ❄️ Jul | 13.94 | 5.26 | 3.57 | 6.86 |
| ❄️ Aug | 14.07 | 5.34 | 2 | 8.31 |
| 🌸 Sep | 17.65 | 7.49 | 3.69 | 9.75 |
| 🌸 Oct | 18.56 | 9.52 | 2.88 | 10.25 |
| 🌸 Nov | 19.81 | 11.65 | 3.2 | 10.35 |
| ☀️ Dec | 23.17 | 14.97 | 4.53 | 10.31 |
Matawhero Community
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