- Est. Median Value
- $496K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $350/wk
- Safety Score
- 48/100
- Green Space
- 11%
- Current Weather
- 9.4°C
- Median Age
- 42 yrs
~77 crimes/1k/yr
few clouds
Living in Portland
Is Portland a good place to live?
Portland is home to roughly 1,392 people across 13.6 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Portland scores 39 out of 100, with a safety score of 48/100 and 11% green space.
Schools: Portland has 4 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 $496K, and weekly rent typically sits around $350.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 9.4°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Portland 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
- Safety48
- Amenities10
- Schools50
- Housing Affordability76
- Green space38
- Community22
- Transport13
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $496K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $350/wk
- Median HH Income
- $95K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +4.0%
- 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 Portland?
- Children living in Portland are in zone for Portland School Te Kura o Tikorangi, Whangārei Boys' High School, Whangārei Girls' High School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Portland?
- 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 Portland?
- The postcode for Portland is 0178.
- What is the population of Portland?
- Portland has 1,392 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Portland?
- The estimated median property value in Portland is $496K. Median weekly rent is $350/week.
- Where is Portland?
- Portland is in Whangarei, Northland, New Zealand.
- Is Portland a good place to live?
- Portland scores 39/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Portland
Schools in zone for Portland
Children living in Portland have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Portland School Te Kura o Tikorangi
Contributing · roll 103 · decile 4
Whangārei Boys' High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 1464 · decile 4
Whangārei Girls' High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 1540 · decile 4
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Portland. 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 Portland that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Otaika Valley School
Full Primary · roll 149 · decile 4 · 2.8 km away
Tradies & Services in Portland
Tradies & services(1)
Paradise Quarry
Shops in Portland
Shops(1)
Portland Homekill
Portland Weather
Current conditions: 9.4°C, few clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 22.9 | 16.57 | 6.68 | 10.27 |
| ☀️ Feb | 23.26 | 15.55 | 5.91 | 10.43 |
| 🍂 Mar | 21.59 | 12.97 | 1 | 10.2 |
| 🍂 Apr | 19.92 | 13.5 | 4.09 | 8.21 |
| 🍂 May | 17.07 | 11.03 | 3.35 | 8.07 |
| ❄️ Jun | 15.61 | 9.46 | 3.6 | 6.94 |
| ❄️ Jul | 14.77 | 8.36 | 4.25 | 7.53 |
| ❄️ Aug | 14.85 | 7.19 | 2.17 | 8.19 |
| 🌸 Sep | 16.83 | 9.6 | 2.83 | 9.33 |
| 🌸 Oct | 17.78 | 10.59 | 3.92 | 10.21 |
| 🌸 Nov | 19.72 | 11.34 | 2.81 | 11.15 |
| ☀️ Dec | 22.94 | 14.71 | 3.81 | 11.18 |
Portland Community
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