- Est. Median Value
- $872K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $425/wk
- Safety Score
- 77/100
- Green Space
- 55%
- Current Weather
- 9.8°C
- Median Age
- 47 yrs
~48 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Paekākāriki
Is Paekākāriki a good place to live?
Paekākāriki is home to roughly 1,674 people across 27.5 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Paekākāriki scores 63 out of 100, with a safety score of 77/100 and 55% green space.
Schools: Paekākāriki 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 $872K, and weekly rent typically sits around $425.
Lifestyle: Paekākāriki has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 9.8°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Paekākāriki 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
- Safety77
- Amenities50
- Schools74
- Housing Affordability43
- Green space100
- Community78
- Transport40
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $872K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $425/wk
- Median HH Income
- $106K/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
- Which schools are in zone for Paekākāriki?
- Children living in Paekākāriki are in zone for Kāpiti College, Our Lady of Kapiti School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Paekākāriki?
- 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 Paekākāriki?
- The postcode for Paekākāriki is 5032.
- What is the population of Paekākāriki?
- Paekākāriki has 1,674 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Paekākāriki?
- The estimated median property value in Paekākāriki is $872K. Median weekly rent is $425/week.
- Where is Paekākāriki?
- Paekākāriki is in Kapiti Coast, Wellington, New Zealand.
- Is Paekākāriki a good place to live?
- Paekākāriki scores 63/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Paekākāriki
Schools in zone for Paekākāriki
Children living in Paekākāriki have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Kāpiti College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 1403 · decile 8
Our Lady of Kapiti School
Full Primary · roll 297 · decile 7
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Paekākāriki. 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 Paekākāriki that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Paekākāriki School
Full Primary · roll 96 · decile 7 · 3.0 km away
Explore Paekākāriki
Things to do(8)
Campbell Park
Ames St Reserve
Queen Elizabeth Park
Queen Elizabeth Park, Paraparaumu
Paekākāriki Surf Lifeguards
Paekakariki Bowling Club
McKays Crossing Wildlife Reserve
Queen Elizabeth Park, New Zealand
Parks & green spaces(6)
Campbell Park
Ames St Reserve
Queen Elizabeth Park
Queen Elizabeth Park, Paraparaumu
McKays Crossing Wildlife Reserve
Queen Elizabeth Park, New Zealand
Healthcare
Pharmacies and clinics for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Eat & Drink in Paekākāriki
Places to eat & drink(5)
Paekakariki Cafe
Finns Bar
Beach Road Deli
The Perching Parrot
Fishermans Table
Tradies & Services in Paekākāriki
Tradies & services(3)
ASAP plumbing
D&S Electrical Wellington
Solid Art Limited
Shops in Paekākāriki
Shops(5)
EcoNest Organics
Moshims MMK
Paekakariki Fruit Supply
Paekakariki Village Grocery Store
The Wobbly Pot
Beauty & Fitness in Paekākāriki
Beauty & fitness(4)
CTBeauty
Happy Go Lucky Hair
Paekakariki Bowling Club
Paekākāriki Surf Lifeguards
Stay in Paekākāriki
Places to stay(3)
Paekakariki Holiday Park
Killara Homestay
Finns paekakariki
Paekākāriki Weather
Current conditions: 9.8°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 20.52 | 13.36 | 2.62 | 11.03 |
| ☀️ Feb | 19.3 | 13.23 | 4.66 | 10.45 |
| 🍂 Mar | 17.07 | 10.71 | 4.35 | 9.81 |
| 🍂 Apr | 16.3 | 10.02 | 6.14 | 7.78 |
| 🍂 May | 13.93 | 7.99 | 5.34 | 6.85 |
| ❄️ Jun | 12.56 | 6.53 | 3.06 | 6.43 |
| ❄️ Jul | 11.23 | 5.65 | 3.94 | 5.98 |
| ❄️ Aug | 10.8 | 5.45 | 6.7 | 7.18 |
| 🌸 Sep | 12.95 | 7.34 | 5.31 | 8.51 |
| 🌸 Oct | 14.22 | 8.11 | 5.16 | 9.96 |
| 🌸 Nov | 15.81 | 9.61 | 4.21 | 10.62 |
| ☀️ Dec | 18.14 | 12.23 | 4.05 | 10.16 |
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