- Est. Median Value
- $579K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $250/wk
- Safety Score
- 45/100
- Green Space
- 2%
- Current Weather
- 11.4°C
- Median Age
- 37 yrs
~80 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Ngarua
Is Ngarua a good place to live?
Ngarua is home to roughly 1,137 people across 32.7 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Ngarua scores 42 out of 100, with a safety score of 45/100 and 2% green space.
Schools: Ngarua has 6 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 $579K, and weekly rent typically sits around $250.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 11.4°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Ngarua 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
- Safety45
- Amenities35
- Schools69
- Housing Affordability65
- Green space10
- Community33
- Transport20
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $579K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $250/wk
- Median HH Income
- $90K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- -3.3%
- 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 Ngarua?
- Children living in Ngarua are in zone for Morrinsville College, Matamata Intermediate, Morrinsville Intermediate, Tatuanui School, Walton School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Ngarua?
- 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 Ngarua?
- The postcode for Ngarua is 3380.
- What is the population of Ngarua?
- Ngarua has 1,137 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Ngarua?
- The estimated median property value in Ngarua is $579K. Median weekly rent is $250/week.
- Where is Ngarua?
- Ngarua is in Matamata-Piako, Waikato, New Zealand.
- Is Ngarua a good place to live?
- Ngarua scores 42/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Ngarua
Schools in zone for Ngarua
Children living in Ngarua have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Morrinsville College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 761 · decile 6
Matamata Intermediate
Intermediate · roll 398 · decile 5
Morrinsville Intermediate
Intermediate · roll 356 · decile 5
Tatuanui School
Contributing · roll 131 · decile 7
Walton School
Contributing · roll 119 · decile 7
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Ngarua. 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 Ngarua that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Te Wharekura o Te Rau Aroha
Composite · roll 131 · decile 2 · 2.4 km away
Ngarua Weather
Current conditions: 11.4°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 23.14 | 15.54 | 6.41 | 10.03 |
| ☀️ Feb | 22.99 | 14.39 | 5.04 | 10.05 |
| 🍂 Mar | 20.38 | 10.92 | 2.62 | 9.86 |
| 🍂 Apr | 19.06 | 11.22 | 2.96 | 8.28 |
| 🍂 May | 16.14 | 8.4 | 4.55 | 7.54 |
| ❄️ Jun | 14.74 | 7.38 | 3.52 | 7.03 |
| ❄️ Jul | 13.63 | 5.49 | 3.43 | 7 |
| ❄️ Aug | 13.83 | 4.66 | 3.15 | 7.97 |
| 🌸 Sep | 16.05 | 7.84 | 3.75 | 9.2 |
| 🌸 Oct | 17.67 | 8.96 | 3.57 | 10.08 |
| 🌸 Nov | 19.35 | 10.88 | 3.18 | 10.51 |
| ☀️ Dec | 22.37 | 13.95 | 5.06 | 10.54 |
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