- Est. Median Value
- $1.05M
- Median Weekly Rent
- $570/wk
- Safety Score
- 41/100
- Green Space
- 66%
- Current Weather
- 9.0°C
- Median Age
- 42 yrs
~84 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Motuotau Island
Is Motuotau Island a good place to live?
Motuotau Island is home to roughly 3,204 people. On Suburb's overall livability scale, Motuotau Island scores 50 out of 100, with a safety score of 41/100 and 66% green space.
Schools: Motuotau Island 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 $1.05M, and weekly rent typically sits around $570.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 9.0°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Motuotau Island 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
- Safety41
- Amenities40
- Schools76
- Housing Affordability36
- Green space100
- Community67
- Transport30
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $1.05M
- Median Weekly Rent
- $570/wk
- Median HH Income
- $102K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- -1.9%
- 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which schools are in zone for Motuotau Island?
- Motuotau Island 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 Motuotau Island?
- 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 Motuotau Island?
- Motuotau Island has 3,204 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Motuotau Island?
- The estimated median property value in Motuotau Island is $1M. Median weekly rent is $570/week.
- Where is Motuotau Island?
- Motuotau Island is in Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand.
- Is Motuotau Island a good place to live?
- Motuotau Island scores 50/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Motuotau Island
Schools in zone for Motuotau Island
No enrolment-zoned schools cover Motuotau Island. 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 Motuotau Island. 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 Motuotau Island that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Mount Maunganui Primary School
Contributing · roll 403 · decile 9 · 2.1 km away
Omanu School
Contributing · roll 526 · decile 7 · 3.2 km away
Mount Maunganui College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 1797 · decile 7 · 3.7 km away
Mount Maunganui Intermediate School
Intermediate · roll 670 · decile 6 · 4.1 km away
Rubbish & Recycling
Kerbside collection data isn't available for Motuotau Island in our current dataset.
Check your collection days on the Tauranga City Council website →
Motuotau Island Weather
Current conditions: 9.0°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 22.68 | 16.58 | 10.03 | 9.79 |
| ☀️ Feb | 22.93 | 15.72 | 7.53 | 10.14 |
| 🍂 Mar | 20.97 | 12.67 | 2.66 | 10.32 |
| 🍂 Apr | 19.37 | 12.62 | 4.32 | 8.34 |
| 🍂 May | 16.67 | 9.99 | 6.05 | 7.73 |
| ❄️ Jun | 15.17 | 9.1 | 7.27 | 7.12 |
| ❄️ Jul | 14.31 | 7.06 | 3.5 | 7.45 |
| ❄️ Aug | 14.39 | 5.57 | 2.72 | 8.54 |
| 🌸 Sep | 16.52 | 9.03 | 3.85 | 9.56 |
| 🌸 Oct | 17.8 | 10.19 | 3.91 | 10.43 |
| 🌸 Nov | 19.56 | 11.94 | 3.8 | 10.97 |
| ☀️ Dec | 22.45 | 14.92 | 5.57 | 11.04 |
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