- Est. Median Value
- $1.18M
- Median Weekly Rent
- $555/wk
- Safety Score
- 55/100
- Green Space
- 0%
- Current Weather
- 6.7°C
- Median Age
- 45 yrs
~70 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Polkinghornes Bay
Is Polkinghornes Bay a good place to live?
Polkinghornes Bay is home to roughly 2,367 people across 1.2 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Polkinghornes Bay scores 48 out of 100, with a safety score of 55/100 and 0% green space.
Schools: Polkinghornes Bay has 7 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 $1.18M, and weekly rent typically sits around $555.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 6.7°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Polkinghornes Bay 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
- Safety55
- Amenities59
- Schools81
- Housing Affordability32
- Green space10
- Community67
- Transport31
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $1.18M
- Median Weekly Rent
- $555/wk
- Median HH Income
- $112K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +0.8%
- 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 Polkinghornes Bay?
- Polkinghornes Bay is not covered by a school enrolment zone. Nearby schools may accept enrolments under open enrolment or by application.
- How do I check my school zone in Polkinghornes Bay?
- 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 Polkinghornes Bay?
- Polkinghornes Bay has 2,367 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Polkinghornes Bay?
- The estimated median property value in Polkinghornes Bay is $1.2M. Median weekly rent is $555/week.
- Where is Polkinghornes Bay?
- Polkinghornes Bay is in Auckland, New Zealand.
- Is Polkinghornes Bay a good place to live?
- Polkinghornes Bay scores 48/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Polkinghornes Bay
Schools in zone for Polkinghornes Bay
No enrolment-zoned schools cover Polkinghornes Bay. The schools below are the nearest options — many operate open enrolment.
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Polkinghornes Bay. 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 Polkinghornes Bay that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Whangaparaoa College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 1923 · decile 9 · 1.1 km away
Whangaparaoa School (Auckland)
Contributing · roll 795 · decile 8 · 1.2 km away
Stanmore Bay School
Contributing · roll 488 · decile 8 · 2.2 km away
Wentworth College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 479 · 3.6 km away
Wentworth Primary
Full Primary · roll 155 · decile 10 · 3.8 km away
Gulf Harbour School
Contributing · roll 531 · decile 10 · 4.5 km away
Red Beach School
Contributing · roll 456 · decile 9 · 4.9 km away
Rubbish & Recycling
Kerbside collection data isn't available for Polkinghornes Bay in our current dataset.
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Polkinghornes Bay Weather
Current conditions: 6.7°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 22.65 | 17.44 | 6.65 | 9.99 |
| ☀️ Feb | 22.88 | 16.44 | 6.03 | 10.43 |
| 🍂 Mar | 20.98 | 14.07 | 2.05 | 10.11 |
| 🍂 Apr | 19.59 | 14.45 | 2.97 | 8.55 |
| 🍂 May | 16.98 | 11.87 | 3.58 | 7.82 |
| ❄️ Jun | 15.55 | 10.68 | 3.28 | 7.42 |
| ❄️ Jul | 14.52 | 9.3 | 4.57 | 7.33 |
| ❄️ Aug | 14.65 | 8.19 | 2.25 | 8.17 |
| 🌸 Sep | 16.38 | 10.55 | 3.05 | 9.35 |
| 🌸 Oct | 17.62 | 11.58 | 3.21 | 10.25 |
| 🌸 Nov | 19.31 | 12.63 | 3.01 | 11.04 |
| ☀️ Dec | 22.22 | 15.33 | 3.37 | 11.37 |
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