- Est. Median Value
- $894K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $570/wk
- Safety Score
- 71/100
- Green Space
- 8%
- Current Weather
- 11.3°C
- Median Age
- 50 yrs
~55 crimes/1k/yr
scattered clouds
Living in One Tree Point
One Tree Point is a coastal Northland community on the Bream Bay coast, around 35 km south of Whangarei and just south of Marsden Point. It sits on a narrow peninsula between the Whangarei Harbour entrance and Bream Bay, with a population around 4,500 and a strong coastal-retiree-and-holiday-home character that has been steadily shifting towards year-round residential.
The standout local features are the beaches: One Tree Point Beach on the harbour side provides sheltered swimming and the picturesque views across to Marsden Cove, while Bream Bay Beach on the ocean side is a long stretch of sandy Pacific surf beach popular with surfers and walkers. The Marsden Cove Marina at the western end of the suburb is one of Northland's main marina developments.
The One Tree Point shops on One Tree Point Road have the local mix: a Four Square, the local takeaways, the pharmacy and a row of small businesses. Most major shopping is done at the Ruakaka centre 5 km north or in Whangarei.
One Tree Point School (state co-ed primary) handles the local primary. Older students typically attend Bream Bay College in Ruakaka. Most homes are coastal weatherboard or newer subdivision stock from the past 15 years.
Is One Tree Point a good place to live?
One Tree Point is home to roughly 2,988 people. On Suburb's overall livability scale, One Tree Point scores 48 out of 100, with a safety score of 71/100 and 8% green space.
Schools: One Tree Point has 2 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 $894K, and weekly rent typically sits around $570.
Lifestyle: One Tree Point has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 11.3°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether One Tree Point 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
- Safety71
- Amenities50
- Schools50
- Housing Affordability42
- Green space28
- Community56
- Transport13
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $894K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $570/wk
- Median HH Income
- $92K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +34.8%
- 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is One Tree Point?
- One Tree Point is a coastal Northland community on Bream Bay, around 35 km south of Whangarei. It sits on a narrow peninsula between the Whangarei Harbour entrance (north) and Bream Bay (south), just south of Marsden Point.
- What is the Marsden Cove Marina?
- The Marsden Cove Marina at the western end of One Tree Point is one of Northland's main marina developments, with around 240 berths, a fuel jetty, boat ramp and surrounding residential canal development.
- Is One Tree Point Beach safe for swimming?
- Yes. One Tree Point Beach on the harbour side provides sheltered swimming with calm conditions, popular with families. Bream Bay Beach on the ocean side has surf conditions and is patrolled at the surf club section in summer.
- What schools are in One Tree Point?
- One Tree Point School (state co-ed primary, years 1 to 6) is the main local school. Older students typically attend Bream Bay College in Ruakaka, the catchment state co-ed secondary.
- How do I get from Whangarei to One Tree Point?
- By car, around 30 to 40 minutes via State Highway 1 south and Marsden Point Road. The route is well-signposted. There are limited bus services; most visitors drive.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in One Tree Point
Schools in zone for One Tree Point
Children living in One Tree Point have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
One Tree Point School
Contributing · roll 244 · decile 4
Bream Bay College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 624 · decile 5
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Explore One Tree Point
Things to do(4)
Marsden Cove Fishing Club
One Tree Point Bowling Club
E C Fishing Charters
One Tree Point, New Zealand
Parks & green spaces(1)
One Tree Point, New Zealand
Healthcare
Pharmacies and clinics for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Eat & Drink in One Tree Point
Places to eat & drink(5)
Waterline Restaurant and Bar
Off the Hook - Cafe & Bar
Urban Remedy 159
Oregano Cafe. Restaurant and Bar
Country Bake Marsden Cove Villa
Tradies & Services in One Tree Point
Tradies & services(3)
Elite Water Pools - Spas - Filtration & Pumps
Logic Fence
Marsden Homes
Shops in One Tree Point
Shops(5)
Bottle-o Marsden Cove
Four Square Marsden Cove
Marsden Cove Market
Northland bridal studio
One Tree Point Store
Beauty & Fitness in One Tree Point
Beauty & fitness(5)
Allure Hair Design
Colette Baker Beauty Therapist
E C Fishing Charters
Marsden Cove Fishing Club
One Tree Point Bowling Club
Professional Services in One Tree Point
Professional services(4)
Marsden Cove Canvas
Primary Accounts Limited
Propeller Accounting
Toi Accounting
Stay in One Tree Point
Places to stay(2)
One Tree Point Motel
One Tree Point Self Contained Camping
One Tree Point Weather
Current conditions: 11.3°C, scattered clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 23.01 | 17.61 | 5.97 | 10.15 |
| ☀️ Feb | 23.29 | 16.66 | 5.38 | 10.32 |
| 🍂 Mar | 21.89 | 14.28 | 0.94 | 10.24 |
| 🍂 Apr | 20.29 | 14.62 | 4.03 | 8.13 |
| 🍂 May | 17.55 | 12.24 | 3.44 | 8.02 |
| ❄️ Jun | 16.08 | 10.78 | 3.83 | 6.83 |
| ❄️ Jul | 15.28 | 9.47 | 3.99 | 7.54 |
| ❄️ Aug | 15.36 | 8.21 | 2.47 | 8.14 |
| 🌸 Sep | 17.24 | 10.51 | 2.93 | 9.29 |
| 🌸 Oct | 18.23 | 11.65 | 4 | 10.19 |
| 🌸 Nov | 20.21 | 12.44 | 2.8 | 11.18 |
| ☀️ Dec | 23.37 | 15.63 | 3.47 | 11.17 |
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