- Est. Median Value
- $569K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $350/wk
- Safety Score
- 43/100
- Green Space
- 33%
- Current Weather
- 11.8°C
- Median Age
- 52 yrs
~82 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Paewhenua Island
Is Paewhenua Island a good place to live?
Paewhenua Island is home to roughly 1,101 people. On Suburb's overall livability scale, Paewhenua Island scores 42 out of 100, with a safety score of 43/100 and 33% green space.
Schools: Paewhenua Island 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 $569K, and weekly rent typically sits around $350.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 11.8°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Paewhenua Island 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
- Schools38
- Housing Affordability66
- Green space100
- Community10
- Transport13
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $569K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $350/wk
- Median HH Income
- $52K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +27.0%
- 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 Paewhenua Island?
- Children living in Paewhenua Island are in zone for Oruaiti School, Taipa Area School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Paewhenua Island?
- 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 population of Paewhenua Island?
- Paewhenua Island has 1,101 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Paewhenua Island?
- The estimated median property value in Paewhenua Island is $569K. Median weekly rent is $350/week.
- Where is Paewhenua Island?
- Paewhenua Island is in Far North, Northland, New Zealand.
- Is Paewhenua Island a good place to live?
- Paewhenua Island scores 42/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Paewhenua Island
Schools in zone for Paewhenua Island
Children living in Paewhenua Island have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Oruaiti School
Full Primary · roll 155 · decile 2
Taipa Area School
Composite · roll 429 · decile 2
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Paewhenua Island. 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 Paewhenua Island that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Mangonui School
Contributing · roll 155 · decile 3 · 2.4 km away
Paewhenua Island Weather
Current conditions: 11.8°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 22.8 | 16.92 | 5.83 | 10.6 |
| ☀️ Feb | 22.97 | 15.93 | 3.66 | 10.55 |
| 🍂 Mar | 21.72 | 13.4 | 1.12 | 10.26 |
| 🍂 Apr | 20.12 | 14 | 4.57 | 8.15 |
| 🍂 May | 17.4 | 11.76 | 6.64 | 7.94 |
| ❄️ Jun | 15.81 | 9.81 | 4.88 | 6.86 |
| ❄️ Jul | 15.12 | 9.18 | 5.28 | 7.99 |
| ❄️ Aug | 14.88 | 8.01 | 3.77 | 8.24 |
| 🌸 Sep | 16.78 | 9.88 | 3.75 | 9.2 |
| 🌸 Oct | 17.55 | 11.1 | 3.53 | 10.21 |
| 🌸 Nov | 19.63 | 11.74 | 2.34 | 11.59 |
| ☀️ Dec | 22.33 | 15.33 | 3.88 | 10.74 |
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