- Est. Median Value
- $979K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $515/wk
- Safety Score
- 56/100
- Green Space
- 32%
- Current Weather
- 11.9°C
- Median Age
- 44 yrs
~69 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Matipo Heights
Is Matipo Heights a good place to live?
Matipo Heights is home to roughly 283 people across 3.4 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Matipo Heights scores 49 out of 100, with a safety score of 56/100 and 32% green space.
Schools: Matipo Heights has 25 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 $979K, and weekly rent typically sits around $515.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 11.9°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Matipo Heights 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
- Safety56
- Amenities40
- Schools49
- Housing Affordability38
- Green space100
- Community67
- Transport30
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $979K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $515/wk
- Median HH Income
- $122K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- -1.2%
- 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 Matipo Heights?
- Children living in Matipo Heights are in zone for Western Heights High School, Rotorua Boys' High School, Rotorua Girls' High School, Rotorua Intermediate, John Paul College. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Matipo Heights?
- 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 Matipo Heights?
- The postcode for Matipo Heights is 3015.
- What is the population of Matipo Heights?
- Matipo Heights has 283 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Matipo Heights?
- The estimated median property value in Matipo Heights is $979K. Median weekly rent is $515/week.
- Where is Matipo Heights?
- Matipo Heights is in Rotorua, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand.
- Is Matipo Heights a good place to live?
- Matipo Heights scores 49/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Matipo Heights
Schools in zone for Matipo Heights
Children living in Matipo Heights have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Western Heights High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 1229 · decile 4
Rotorua Boys' High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 1176 · decile 3
Rotorua Girls' High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 662
Rotorua Intermediate
Intermediate · roll 659 · decile 3
John Paul College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 1103 · decile 7
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Matipo Heights. 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 Matipo Heights that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Westbrook School
Contributing · roll 473 · decile 4 · 1.1 km away
Otonga Road School
Contributing · roll 503 · decile 7 · 1.6 km away
Malfroy School
Contributing · roll 286 · decile 2 · 2.2 km away
Sunset Primary School
Contributing · roll 156 · decile 1 · 2.4 km away
Te Āhuru Mōwai
Teen Parent Unit · 2.5 km away
TKKM o Hurungaterangi
Composite · roll 92 · decile 1 · 2.6 km away
Awhina School/ Activity Centre
Activity Centre · 2.6 km away
Glenholme School
Contributing · roll 316 · decile 3 · 2.9 km away
St Mary's Catholic School (Rotorua)
Contributing · roll 455 · decile 6 · 3.1 km away
Aorangi School (Rotorua)
Contributing · roll 86 · decile 1 · 3.2 km away
St Michael's Catholic School (Rotorua)
Contributing · roll 94 · decile 4 · 3.2 km away
Western Heights Primary School (Rotorua)
Contributing · roll 419 · decile 1 · 3.3 km away
Rotorua S D A School
Full Primary · roll 42 · decile 4 · 3.4 km away
Kaitao Intermediate
Intermediate · roll 257 · decile 2 · 3.9 km away
Te Rangihakahaka Centre for Science and Technology
Composite (Year 1-10) · roll 97 · decile 2 · 4.0 km away
Rotorua School
Full Primary · roll 380 · decile 3 · 4.0 km away
Whakarewarewa School
Full Primary · roll 124 · decile 2 · 4.2 km away
TKKM o Te Koutu
Composite · roll 377 · decile 3 · 4.8 km away
Rotorua Specialist School - Te Kura Pūkenga o Rotorua
Specialist School · roll 112 · decile 2 · 4.9 km away
Selwyn School
Contributing · roll 320 · decile 2 · 4.9 km away
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Matipo Heights Weather
Current conditions: 11.9°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 21.05 | 13.71 | 6.91 | 9.3 |
| ☀️ Feb | 21.3 | 13.4 | 5.42 | 9.35 |
| 🍂 Mar | 18.89 | 10.3 | 2.27 | 9.75 |
| 🍂 Apr | 17 | 10.19 | 2.88 | 7.76 |
| 🍂 May | 13.68 | 7.21 | 6.54 | 6.82 |
| ❄️ Jun | 12.25 | 6.26 | 4.55 | 6.61 |
| ❄️ Jul | 11.32 | 4.46 | 3.05 | 6.47 |
| ❄️ Aug | 11.76 | 3.41 | 1.95 | 7.3 |
| 🌸 Sep | 14.2 | 6.32 | 4.38 | 8.44 |
| 🌸 Oct | 16.17 | 7.93 | 3.77 | 9.56 |
| 🌸 Nov | 18.17 | 9.61 | 3.1 | 10.19 |
| ☀️ Dec | 21.19 | 12.7 | 4.2 | 10.36 |
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