- Est. Median Value
- $1.05M
- Median Weekly Rent
- $450/wk
- Safety Score
- 31/100
- Green Space
- 0%
- Current Weather
- 12.1°C
- Median Age
- 54 yrs
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Living in Mercury Bay
Is Mercury Bay a good place to live?
Mercury Bay is home to roughly 1,749 people across 16.4 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Mercury Bay scores 29 out of 100, with a safety score of 31/100 and 0% green space.
Schools: Mercury Bay has 1 school 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 $1.05M, and weekly rent typically sits around $450.
Lifestyle: Mercury Bay has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 12.1°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Mercury 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.
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Livability Breakdown
- Safety31
- Amenities10
- Schools50
- Housing Affordability36
- Green space10
- Community67
- Transport30
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $1.05M
- Median Weekly Rent
- $450/wk
- Median HH Income
- $75K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +17.3%
- 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 Mercury Bay?
- Mercury Bay is not covered by a school enrolment zone. Nearby schools may accept enrolments under open enrolment or by application.
- How do I check my school zone in Mercury 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 postcode for Mercury Bay?
- The postcode for Mercury Bay is 3510.
- What is the population of Mercury Bay?
- Mercury Bay has 1,749 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Mercury Bay?
- The estimated median property value in Mercury Bay is $1M. Median weekly rent is $450/week.
- Where is Mercury Bay?
- Mercury Bay is in Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand.
- Is Mercury Bay a good place to live?
- Mercury Bay scores 29/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Mercury Bay
Schools in zone for Mercury Bay
No enrolment-zoned schools cover Mercury Bay. The schools below are the nearest options — many operate open enrolment.
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Mercury 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.
Other nearby schools
Schools close to Mercury Bay that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Mercury Bay Area School
Composite · roll 883 · decile 5 · 3.3 km away
Rubbish & Recycling
Kerbside collection data isn't available for Mercury Bay in our current dataset.
Check your collection days on the Tauranga City Council website →
Explore Mercury Bay
Things to do(2)
Banana Boat water activities Whitianga
Whitijetski
Parks & green spaces
Parks and reserves for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Healthcare
Pharmacies and clinics for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Mercury Bay Weather
Current conditions: 12.1°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 22.35 | 17.94 | 7.22 | 9.95 |
| ☀️ Feb | 22.63 | 17.24 | 7.8 | 10.42 |
| 🍂 Mar | 21.25 | 15.38 | 1.6 | 10.54 |
| 🍂 Apr | 19.69 | 15.31 | 3.25 | 8.72 |
| 🍂 May | 17.22 | 12.65 | 4.35 | 8.12 |
| ❄️ Jun | 15.75 | 11.84 | 5.31 | 7.39 |
| ❄️ Jul | 14.9 | 9.57 | 3.46 | 7.61 |
| ❄️ Aug | 14.73 | 8.37 | 2.12 | 8.41 |
| 🌸 Sep | 16.65 | 11.13 | 3.3 | 9.81 |
| 🌸 Oct | 17.65 | 12.23 | 3.19 | 10.3 |
| 🌸 Nov | 19.75 | 13.28 | 2.43 | 11.02 |
| ☀️ Dec | 22.43 | 15.98 | 3.75 | 11.8 |
Mercury Bay Community
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