- Est. Median Value
- $801K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $420/wk
- Safety Score
- 72/100
- Green Space
- 0%
- Current Weather
- 10.7°C
- Median Age
- 46 yrs
~53 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Motutara Island
Is Motutara Island a good place to live?
Motutara Island is home to roughly 1,173 people. On Suburb's overall livability scale, Motutara Island scores 43 out of 100, with a safety score of 72/100 and 0% green space.
Schools: Motutara Island 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 $801K, and weekly rent typically sits around $420.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 10.7°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Motutara 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
- Safety72
- Amenities28
- Schools55
- Housing Affordability47
- Green space10
- Community67
- Transport13
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $801K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $420/wk
- Median HH Income
- $83K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +0.8%
- 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 Motutara Island?
- Motutara 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 Motutara 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 Motutara Island?
- Motutara Island has 1,173 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Motutara Island?
- The estimated median property value in Motutara Island is $801K. Median weekly rent is $420/week.
- Where is Motutara Island?
- Motutara Island is in Whangarei, Northland, New Zealand.
- Is Motutara Island a good place to live?
- Motutara Island scores 43/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Motutara Island
Schools in zone for Motutara Island
No enrolment-zoned schools cover Motutara 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 Motutara 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 Motutara Island that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Ngunguru School
Full Primary · roll 221 · decile 7 · 2.6 km away
Motutara Island Weather
Current conditions: 10.7°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 22.75 | 17.59 | 6.68 | 10.09 |
| ☀️ Feb | 23.13 | 16.64 | 6.19 | 10.49 |
| 🍂 Mar | 22.08 | 14.45 | 0.97 | 10.27 |
| 🍂 Apr | 20.34 | 14.96 | 4.73 | 8.15 |
| 🍂 May | 17.66 | 12.71 | 4.08 | 8.1 |
| ❄️ Jun | 16.16 | 11.13 | 4.52 | 6.88 |
| ❄️ Jul | 15.3 | 10.02 | 4.25 | 7.67 |
| ❄️ Aug | 15.26 | 8.93 | 2.67 | 8.03 |
| 🌸 Sep | 17.24 | 10.79 | 2.33 | 9.36 |
| 🌸 Oct | 18.11 | 11.95 | 4.32 | 10.25 |
| 🌸 Nov | 19.82 | 12.72 | 2.8 | 11.05 |
| ☀️ Dec | 22.65 | 15.85 | 3.41 | 11.02 |
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