- Est. Median Value
- $785K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $460/wk
- Safety Score
- 29/100
- Green Space
- 5%
- Current Weather
- 2.4°C
- Median Age
- 37 yrs
~96 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Parakai
Is Parakai a good place to live?
Parakai is home to roughly 1,083 people across 5.9 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Parakai scores 36 out of 100, with a safety score of 29/100 and 5% green space.
Schools: Parakai 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 $785K, and weekly rent typically sits around $460.
Lifestyle: Parakai has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 2.4°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Parakai 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
- Safety29
- Amenities36
- Schools57
- Housing Affordability48
- Green space16
- Community33
- Transport31
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $785K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $460/wk
- Median HH Income
- $82K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- -1.4%
- 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 Parakai?
- Children living in Parakai are in zone for Parakai School, Kaipara College. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Parakai?
- 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 Parakai?
- The postcode for Parakai is 0830.
- What is the population of Parakai?
- Parakai has 1,083 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Parakai?
- The estimated median property value in Parakai is $785K. Median weekly rent is $460/week.
- Where is Parakai?
- Parakai is in Auckland, New Zealand.
- Is Parakai a good place to live?
- Parakai scores 36/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Parakai
Schools in zone for Parakai
Children living in Parakai have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Parakai School
Full Primary · roll 209 · decile 3
Kaipara College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 734 · decile 7
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Parakai. 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 Parakai that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Helensville School
Full Primary · roll 491 · decile 5 · 2.9 km away
Rubbish & Recycling
- Rubbish collection
- Thursday (weekly)
- Recycling & organics
- Thursday (fortnightly, varies by street)
Collection weeks vary by street in Parakai — use the Auckland Council tool to confirm your exact schedule.
Check your exact collection days on the Auckland Council tool →
Rubbish bin
Non-recyclable general waste. Put out every Thursday.
Recycling bin
Paper, cardboard, glass bottles & jars, metal cans, rigid plastic containers. Put out every second Thursday.
Food scraps bin
All food scraps and garden organics. Collected every second Thursday 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 Parakai
Things to do(5)
Kaipātiki Recreation Reserve
Kaipatiki
CardiFlow Fitness
New Zealand Skydiving School
Skydive Auckland Ltd.
Parks & green spaces(2)
Kaipātiki Recreation Reserve
Kaipatiki
Healthcare
Pharmacies and clinics for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Eat & Drink in Parakai
Places to eat & drink(7)
Maxx Cafe
Parakai Eatery
The Balkan
Black Pete's Licensed Restaurant & Takeaways Parakai
Ema Bakery and Espresso
Club Oasis
Blackpete's Bar and Grill
Tradies & Services in Parakai
Tradies & services(1)
Parakai Automotive Ltd
Shops in Parakai
Shops(3)
Four Square
Four Square Parakai
Parakai Liquor Spot
Beauty & Fitness in Parakai
Beauty & fitness(4)
CardiFlow Fitness
Dana Keates Beauty and Cosmetic Tattoo
New Zealand Skydiving School
Skydive Auckland Ltd.
Stay in Parakai
Places to stay(2)
Mineral Park Motel
Parakai Geothermal Motel
Parakai Weather
Current conditions: 2.4°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 22.87 | 16.81 | 5.53 | 10.1 |
| ☀️ Feb | 22.58 | 15.72 | 5.06 | 10.3 |
| 🍂 Mar | 20.44 | 13.66 | 2.42 | 10.09 |
| 🍂 Apr | 19.54 | 13.77 | 3.54 | 8.29 |
| 🍂 May | 16.95 | 11.24 | 4.61 | 7.69 |
| ❄️ Jun | 15.49 | 9.99 | 3.26 | 7.15 |
| ❄️ Jul | 14.42 | 8.86 | 5.01 | 7.35 |
| ❄️ Aug | 14.46 | 7.96 | 3.03 | 8.21 |
| 🌸 Sep | 16.03 | 10.52 | 3.56 | 9.2 |
| 🌸 Oct | 17.17 | 11.22 | 3.63 | 9.92 |
| 🌸 Nov | 18.51 | 12.44 | 2.67 | 11.12 |
| ☀️ Dec | 21.33 | 14.94 | 4.08 | 10.87 |
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