- Est. Median Value
- $616K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $380/wk
- Safety Score
- 43/100
- Green Space
- 12%
- Current Weather
- 7.6°C
- Median Age
- 44 yrs
~82 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Oruawharo
Is Oruawharo a good place to live?
Oruawharo is home to roughly 190 people across 20.3 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Oruawharo scores 36 out of 100, with a safety score of 43/100 and 12% green space.
Schools: Oruawharo has 3 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 $616K, and weekly rent typically sits around $380.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 7.6°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Oruawharo 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
- Safety43
- Amenities28
- Schools45
- Housing Affordability61
- Green space41
- Community10
- Transport13
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $616K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $380/wk
- Median HH Income
- $77K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +18.4%
- 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 Oruawharo?
- Children living in Oruawharo are in zone for Kaiwaka School, Rodney College. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Oruawharo?
- 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 Oruawharo?
- The postcode for Oruawharo is 0975.
- What is the population of Oruawharo?
- Oruawharo has 190 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Oruawharo?
- The estimated median property value in Oruawharo is $616K. Median weekly rent is $380/week.
- Where is Oruawharo?
- Oruawharo is in Kaipara, Northland, New Zealand.
- Is Oruawharo a good place to live?
- Oruawharo scores 36/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Oruawharo
Schools in zone for Oruawharo
Children living in Oruawharo have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Kaiwaka School
Contributing · roll 134 · decile 4
Rodney College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 371 · decile 4
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Oruawharo. 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 Oruawharo that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
TKKM o Ngaringaomatariki
Composite · roll 92 · decile 2 · 2.8 km away
Oruawharo Weather
Current conditions: 7.6°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 22.89 | 17.25 | 5.51 | 9.71 |
| ☀️ Feb | 23 | 16.21 | 5.89 | 10.34 |
| 🍂 Mar | 21.12 | 14.02 | 1.86 | 10.22 |
| 🍂 Apr | 19.79 | 13.99 | 3.35 | 8.21 |
| 🍂 May | 17.26 | 11.61 | 3.88 | 7.85 |
| ❄️ Jun | 15.73 | 10.19 | 3.02 | 6.82 |
| ❄️ Jul | 14.82 | 9.02 | 4.16 | 7.46 |
| ❄️ Aug | 14.85 | 8.13 | 2.47 | 8.3 |
| 🌸 Sep | 16.57 | 10.66 | 3.94 | 8.99 |
| 🌸 Oct | 17.56 | 11.55 | 3.34 | 9.94 |
| 🌸 Nov | 19.03 | 12.62 | 2.72 | 10.88 |
| ☀️ Dec | 22.13 | 15.63 | 4.12 | 10.85 |
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