- Est. Median Value
- $1.07M
- Median Weekly Rent
- $525/wk
- Safety Score
- 27/100
- Green Space
- 18%
- Current Weather
- 3.1°C
- Median Age
- 36 yrs
~98 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Paerata
Is Paerata a good place to live?
Paerata is home to roughly 1,977 people across 18.0 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Paerata scores 35 out of 100, with a safety score of 27/100 and 18% green space.
Schools: Paerata has 8 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 $1.07M, and weekly rent typically sits around $525.
Lifestyle: Paerata has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 3.1°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Paerata 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
- Safety27
- Amenities22
- Schools52
- Housing Affordability35
- Green space59
- Community44
- Transport31
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $1.07M
- Median Weekly Rent
- $525/wk
- Median HH Income
- $101K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +3.3%
- 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 Paerata?
- Children living in Paerata are in zone for Pukekohe High School, Paerata School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Paerata?
- 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 Paerata?
- The postcode for Paerata is 2578.
- What is the population of Paerata?
- Paerata has 1,977 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Paerata?
- The estimated median property value in Paerata is $1.1M. Median weekly rent is $525/week.
- Where is Paerata?
- Paerata is in Auckland, New Zealand.
- Is Paerata a good place to live?
- Paerata scores 35/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Paerata
Schools in zone for Paerata
Children living in Paerata have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Pukekohe High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 1966 · decile 5
Paerata School
Full Primary · roll 169 · decile 1
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Paerata. 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 Paerata that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Wesley College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 341 · decile 1 · 1.3 km away
Karaka School
Full Primary · roll 236 · decile 9 · 3.5 km away
St Ignatius of Loyola Catholic College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 611 · 4.0 km away
St Joseph's School (Pukekohe)
Contributing · roll 337 · decile 4 · 4.3 km away
Pukekohe North School
Full Primary · roll 348 · decile 1 · 4.3 km away
Valley School
Contributing · roll 443 · decile 8 · 4.6 km away
Rubbish & Recycling
- Rubbish collection
- Wednesday (weekly)
- Recycling & organics
- Wednesday (fortnightly, Week 1)
- Next recycling
- 12 August
Check your exact collection days on the Auckland Council tool →
Rubbish bin
Non-recyclable general waste. Put out every Wednesday.
Recycling bin
Paper, cardboard, glass bottles & jars, metal cans, rigid plastic containers. Put out every second Wednesday.
Food scraps bin
All food scraps and garden organics. Collected every second Wednesday alongside recycling.
Bin lid colours may vary in some older North Shore and Waitakere properties. The identifying colour is on the lid: rubbish (red), recycling (yellow), food scraps (green).
Collection data sourced from Auckland Council.
Explore Paerata
Things to do(2)
Outlook for Life
Laser Strike
Parks & green spaces
Parks and reserves for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Healthcare
Pharmacies and clinics for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Eat & Drink in Paerata
Places to eat & drink(3)
The Hidden Cafe
Allergywise
Rise 'n Shine Licensed Cafe
Tradies & Services in Paerata
Tradies & services(4)
Frame Homes
Performance Properties
Tree Smiths - Auckland Tree Services
Walkers Pest Control
Shops in Paerata
Shops(1)
Premier concrete pumping
Beauty & Fitness in Paerata
Beauty & fitness(2)
Laser Strike
Outlook for Life
Paerata Weather
Current conditions: 3.1°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 23.6 | 16.57 | 4.65 | 10.55 |
| ☀️ Feb | 23.38 | 16.3 | 5.01 | 10.35 |
| 🍂 Mar | 21.43 | 13.98 | 2.84 | 10 |
| 🍂 Apr | 19.81 | 13.35 | 2.93 | 8.74 |
| 🍂 May | 17.06 | 11.09 | 4.06 | 7.63 |
| ❄️ Jun | 15.23 | 9.59 | 3.99 | 7.01 |
| ❄️ Jul | 14.38 | 8.93 | 5.36 | 6.79 |
| ❄️ Aug | 14.56 | 7.84 | 4.22 | 8.02 |
| 🌸 Sep | 15.86 | 9.76 | 4.82 | 9.07 |
| 🌸 Oct | 17.16 | 11.02 | 3.9 | 9.74 |
| 🌸 Nov | 19.02 | 12.72 | 4.62 | 10.42 |
| ☀️ Dec | 21.72 | 15.21 | 4.69 | 10.86 |
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