- Est. Median Value
- $989K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $400/wk
- Safety Score
- 51/100
- Green Space
- 30%
- Current Weather
- 9.1°C
- Median Age
- 45 yrs
~74 crimes/1k/yr
few clouds
Living in Ohauiti
Ohauiti is a southeastern Tauranga suburb around 6 km from the city centre, on the rising land between Welcome Bay and Pyes Pa. It's one of Tauranga's faster-growing residential areas through the 2010s and 2020s, with new subdivisions arriving steadily on the formerly-rural land, and a current population around 4,500.
The suburb is mostly post-2000 residential development, with the standard mix of newer family housing on smaller sections than older Tauranga suburbs. Ohauiti Road runs through the centre, connecting Welcome Bay at the harbour end to Pyes Pa further south.
Ohauiti doesn't have its own major retail centre. Most residents drive to Welcome Bay, Greerton or central Tauranga for shopping. The Ohauiti Crossing development on Ohauiti Road provides some local commercial services. Ohauiti Park on Cambridge Road East provides the local green space.
Ohauiti School (state co-ed primary) is the main local school, growing rapidly as the suburb's population has expanded. Older students typically attend Tauranga Boys' College or Tauranga Girls' College. Most homes are 2000s and 2010s family housing on smaller sections, with the kind of newer suburban character that says "Tauranga's growth has reached here recently".
Is Ohauiti a good place to live?
Ohauiti is home to roughly 5,844 people. On Suburb's overall livability scale, Ohauiti scores 52 out of 100, with a safety score of 51/100 and 30% green space.
Schools: Ohauiti 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 $989K, and weekly rent typically sits around $400.
Lifestyle: Ohauiti has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 9.1°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Ohauiti 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
- Safety51
- Amenities46
- Schools70
- Housing Affordability38
- Green space100
- Community44
- Transport30
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $989K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $400/wk
- Median HH Income
- $108K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +4.1%
- 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
- Where is Ohauiti?
- Ohauiti is a southeastern Tauranga suburb around 6 km from the city centre, on the rising land between Welcome Bay (east) and Pyes Pa (west). It borders Maungatapu and Greerton.
- Where do Ohauiti residents shop?
- Ohauiti doesn't have its own major retail centre. Most residents drive to Welcome Bay, Greerton or central Tauranga for shopping. The Ohauiti Crossing development on Ohauiti Road provides some local services.
- What is Ohauiti School?
- Ohauiti School on Cambridge Road East is the local state co-educational primary school for years 1 to 6. The school has grown rapidly as the suburb's population has expanded, with new classrooms added through the 2010s and 2020s.
- Is Ohauiti a new suburb?
- Mostly yes. Ohauiti is one of Tauranga's faster-growing residential areas through the 2010s and 2020s, with most housing built from 2000 onwards on what had been rural land. New subdivisions are still arriving.
- How do I get from central Tauranga to Ohauiti?
- By car, around 12 to 18 minutes via Cameron Road and Ohauiti Road. Bus services run regularly from the central Tauranga interchange to Ohauiti via Greerton or Welcome Bay.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Ohauiti
Schools in zone for Ohauiti
Children living in Ohauiti have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Tauranga Boys' College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 2327 · decile 6
Tauranga Girls' College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 1474 · decile 6
Maungatapu School
Contributing · roll 571 · decile 5
Oropi School
Full Primary · roll 291 · decile 9
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School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Ohauiti. 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.
Explore Ohauiti
Things to do(2)
Maddix Park
Egmont Park
Parks & green spaces(2)
Maddix Park
Egmont Park
Healthcare
Pharmacies and clinics for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Eat & Drink in Ohauiti
Places to eat & drink(1)
Coffee Vibes
Tradies & Services in Ohauiti
Tradies & services(6)
Impact Roof Maintenance Ltd
Nailed It Fencing
Pick A Plumber & Gas
Pipe Patrol
ReNew It Kitchen Makeover
Zivent Windows Tinting Tauranga
Shops in Ohauiti
Shops(4)
Best property maintenance & lawns - house wash Tauranga
Eagle Ridge
Madison Rose Bridal
Novaflowsupply
Beauty & Fitness in Ohauiti
Beauty & fitness(4)
Chic Beauty Clinic
Glam Tanning
Michelle's Beauty Therapy
Yvana Sanders Bridal Hairstylist and Educator
Professional Services in Ohauiti
Professional services(5)
Claire Elizabeth Photography
Debbie Hunt
Groove Laser Design
Robert Ashton Pet Photography
Smart Clean
Stay in Ohauiti
Places to stay(2)
Mount Tutu Eco-Sanctuary - Maungatūtū rāhui, Nature Hideaway
Fern Valley Retreat
Ohauiti Weather
Current conditions: 9.1°C, few clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 22.51 | 14.58 | 8.66 | 10.64 |
| ☀️ Feb | 21.86 | 14.42 | 8.01 | 9.81 |
| 🍂 Mar | 20.16 | 11.69 | 3.92 | 10.07 |
| 🍂 Apr | 18.25 | 10.88 | 4.92 | 8.36 |
| 🍂 May | 15.52 | 8.51 | 6.41 | 7.64 |
| ❄️ Jun | 13.69 | 7.55 | 6.62 | 6.96 |
| ❄️ Jul | 12.91 | 6.23 | 7.11 | 6.8 |
| ❄️ Aug | 13.4 | 5.2 | 4.3 | 8.1 |
| 🌸 Sep | 14.92 | 7.35 | 6.01 | 8.95 |
| 🌸 Oct | 16.58 | 8.66 | 5.57 | 9.79 |
| 🌸 Nov | 18.47 | 10.74 | 6.56 | 10.59 |
| ☀️ Dec | 21.2 | 13.32 | 6.96 | 10.64 |
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