- Est. Median Value
- $555K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $336/wk
- Safety Score
- 55/100
- Green Space
- 5%
- Current Weather
- 12.2°C
- Median Age
- 41 yrs
~70 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Poroutawhao
Is Poroutawhao a good place to live?
Poroutawhao is home to roughly 129 people across 22.8 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Poroutawhao scores 42 out of 100, with a safety score of 55/100 and 5% green space.
Schools: Poroutawhao 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 $555K, and weekly rent typically sits around $336.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 12.2°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Poroutawhao 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
- Amenities32
- Schools47
- Housing Affordability68
- Green space17
- Community44
- Transport20
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $555K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $336/wk
- Median HH Income
- $56K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +7.8%
- 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 Poroutawhao?
- Children living in Poroutawhao are in zone for Horowhenua College, Poroutawhao School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Poroutawhao?
- 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 Poroutawhao?
- The postcode for Poroutawhao is 5510.
- What is the population of Poroutawhao?
- Poroutawhao has 129 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Poroutawhao?
- The estimated median property value in Poroutawhao is $555K. Median weekly rent is $336/week.
- Where is Poroutawhao?
- Poroutawhao is in Horowhenua, Manawatu-Whanganui, New Zealand.
- Is Poroutawhao a good place to live?
- Poroutawhao scores 42/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Poroutawhao
Schools in zone for Poroutawhao
Children living in Poroutawhao have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Horowhenua College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 910 · decile 3
Poroutawhao School
Full Primary · roll 103 · decile 5
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Poroutawhao. 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.
Poroutawhao Weather
Current conditions: 12.2°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 22.48 | 14.86 | 3.91 | 11.22 |
| ☀️ Feb | 21.22 | 14.64 | 4.02 | 10.86 |
| 🍂 Mar | 19.18 | 11.6 | 2.94 | 9.86 |
| 🍂 Apr | 18.37 | 11.14 | 3.88 | 8.16 |
| 🍂 May | 15.78 | 8.58 | 6.03 | 7.42 |
| ❄️ Jun | 14.27 | 7.61 | 1.94 | 6.98 |
| ❄️ Jul | 13.23 | 6.46 | 3.86 | 6.76 |
| ❄️ Aug | 12.99 | 6.34 | 5.05 | 7.72 |
| 🌸 Sep | 15.03 | 8.31 | 4.01 | 9.13 |
| 🌸 Oct | 16.23 | 9.24 | 4.01 | 10.24 |
| 🌸 Nov | 17.84 | 11.14 | 3.3 | 10.81 |
| ☀️ Dec | 20.35 | 13.89 | 2.74 | 10.72 |
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