- Est. Median Value
- $579K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $350/wk
- Safety Score
- 48/100
- Green Space
- 78%
- Current Weather
- 7.1°C
- Median Age
- 53 yrs
~77 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Otapaurau
Is Otapaurau a good place to live?
Otapaurau is home to roughly 2,079 people across 64.5 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Otapaurau scores 46 out of 100, with a safety score of 48/100 and 78% green space.
Schools: Otapaurau 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 $579K, and weekly rent typically sits around $350.
Lifestyle: Otapaurau has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 7.1°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Otapaurau 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
- Safety48
- Amenities10
- Schools50
- Housing Affordability65
- Green space100
- Community44
- Transport20
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $579K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $350/wk
- Median HH Income
- $65K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +29.1%
- 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
- Which schools are in zone for Otapaurau?
- Children living in Otapaurau are in zone for Coromandel Area School, Te Rerenga School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Otapaurau?
- 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 Otapaurau?
- The postcode for Otapaurau is 3582.
- What is the population of Otapaurau?
- Otapaurau has 2,079 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Otapaurau?
- The estimated median property value in Otapaurau is $579K. Median weekly rent is $350/week.
- Where is Otapaurau?
- Otapaurau is in Thames-Coromandel, Waikato, New Zealand.
- Is Otapaurau a good place to live?
- Otapaurau scores 46/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Otapaurau
Schools in zone for Otapaurau
Children living in Otapaurau have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Coromandel Area School
Composite · roll 210 · decile 3
Te Rerenga School
Full Primary · roll 115 · decile 6
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Otapaurau. 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 Otapaurau
Things to do(1)
Matarangi Bluff Scenic Reserve
Parks & green spaces(1)
Matarangi Bluff Scenic Reserve
Healthcare
Pharmacies and clinics for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Otapaurau Weather
Current conditions: 7.1°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 23.17 | 16.57 | 10.61 | 9.77 |
| ☀️ Feb | 23.32 | 15.6 | 9.04 | 10.37 |
| 🍂 Mar | 21.43 | 13.39 | 2.15 | 10.32 |
| 🍂 Apr | 19.75 | 13.31 | 5.38 | 8.54 |
| 🍂 May | 17.09 | 10.57 | 5.85 | 7.83 |
| ❄️ Jun | 15.59 | 9.8 | 5.25 | 7.28 |
| ❄️ Jul | 14.75 | 7.62 | 4.11 | 7.57 |
| ❄️ Aug | 14.83 | 6.26 | 3.54 | 8.26 |
| 🌸 Sep | 16.95 | 9.72 | 4.99 | 9.58 |
| 🌸 Oct | 18.12 | 10.65 | 4.83 | 10.11 |
| 🌸 Nov | 20.23 | 11.88 | 2.75 | 10.84 |
| ☀️ Dec | 23.26 | 14.93 | 4.88 | 11.62 |
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