- Est. Median Value
- $819K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $462/wk
- Safety Score
- 60/100
- Green Space
- 4%
- Current Weather
- 1.1°C
- Median Age
- 52 yrs
~65 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Papawai
Is Papawai a good place to live?
Papawai is home to roughly 102 people across 8.1 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Papawai scores 47 out of 100, with a safety score of 60/100 and 4% green space.
Schools: Papawai 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 $819K, and weekly rent typically sits around $462.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 1.1°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Papawai 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
- Safety60
- Amenities41
- Schools68
- Housing Affordability46
- Green space12
- Community67
- Transport40
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $819K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $462/wk
- Median HH Income
- $91K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +12.4%
- 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 Papawai?
- Children living in Papawai are in zone for Kuranui College, Greytown School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Papawai?
- 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 Papawai?
- The postcode for Papawai is 5794.
- What is the population of Papawai?
- Papawai has 102 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Papawai?
- The estimated median property value in Papawai is $819K. Median weekly rent is $462/week.
- Where is Papawai?
- Papawai is in South Wairarapa, Wellington, New Zealand.
- Is Papawai a good place to live?
- Papawai scores 47/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Papawai
Schools in zone for Papawai
Children living in Papawai have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Kuranui College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 778 · decile 6
Greytown School
Full Primary · roll 306 · decile 8
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Papawai. 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.
Papawai Weather
Current conditions: 1.1°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 22.26 | 13.5 | 3.67 | 9.77 |
| ☀️ Feb | 21.99 | 12.99 | 3.27 | 9.85 |
| 🍂 Mar | 19.5 | 10.52 | 2.2 | 9.21 |
| 🍂 Apr | 18.12 | 9.79 | 3.71 | 7.33 |
| 🍂 May | 15.25 | 7.51 | 3.28 | 6.76 |
| ❄️ Jun | 13.4 | 6.21 | 1.89 | 5.98 |
| ❄️ Jul | 12.59 | 4.94 | 3.09 | 6.02 |
| ❄️ Aug | 12.63 | 4.49 | 3.04 | 6.56 |
| 🌸 Sep | 15.18 | 6.71 | 3.36 | 7.99 |
| 🌸 Oct | 16.68 | 7.87 | 2.87 | 8.79 |
| 🌸 Nov | 18.2 | 9.91 | 2.82 | 9.2 |
| ☀️ Dec | 21.26 | 12.74 | 2.6 | 8.89 |
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