- Est. Median Value
- $908K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $375/wk
- Safety Score
- 56/100
- Green Space
- 3%
- Current Weather
- 9.2°C
- Median Age
- 44 yrs
~69 crimes/1k/yr
overcast clouds
Living in Poukawa
Is Poukawa a good place to live?
Poukawa is home to roughly 1,569 people across 173.3 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Poukawa scores 44 out of 100, with a safety score of 56/100 and 3% green space.
Schools: Poukawa has 9 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 $908K, and weekly rent typically sits around $375.
Lifestyle: Poukawa has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 9.2°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Poukawa 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
- Safety56
- Amenities10
- Schools83
- Housing Affordability41
- Green space10
- Community100
- Transport10
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $908K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $375/wk
- Median HH Income
- $123K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +14.9%
- 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 Poukawa?
- Children living in Poukawa are in zone for St Joseph's Maori Girls' College, Havelock North High School, Iona College, Woodford House, St John's College (Hastings), Lindisfarne College, Taikura Rudolf Steiner School, Havelock North Intermediate, Hastings Christian School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Poukawa?
- 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 Poukawa?
- The postcode for Poukawa is 4172.
- What is the population of Poukawa?
- Poukawa has 1,569 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Poukawa?
- The estimated median property value in Poukawa is $908K. Median weekly rent is $375/week.
- Where is Poukawa?
- Poukawa is in Hastings, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand.
- Is Poukawa a good place to live?
- Poukawa scores 44/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Poukawa
Schools in zone for Poukawa
Children living in Poukawa have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
St Joseph's Maori Girls' College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 185 · decile 2
Havelock North High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 1168 · decile 9
Iona College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 341 · decile 10
Woodford House
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 382 · decile 9
St John's College (Hastings)
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 404 · decile 4
Lindisfarne College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 567 · decile 9
Taikura Rudolf Steiner School
Composite · roll 279 · decile 6
Havelock North Intermediate
Intermediate · roll 521 · decile 10
Hastings Christian School
Composite · roll 329 · decile 7
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Poukawa. 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.
Explore Poukawa
Things to do(3)
Mana Lodge Equestrian
Pekapeka Regional Park and Wetland
Amberley Equestrian
Parks & green spaces(1)
Pekapeka Regional Park and Wetland
Healthcare
Pharmacies and clinics for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Tradies & Services in Poukawa
Tradies & services(1)
Heavy Diesel Services
Beauty & Fitness in Poukawa
Beauty & fitness(2)
Amberley Equestrian
Mana Lodge Equestrian
Stay in Poukawa
Places to stay(1)
Mana Lodge
Poukawa Weather
Current conditions: 9.2°C, overcast clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 21.85 | 15.02 | 5.85 | 9.92 |
| ☀️ Feb | 22.63 | 14.64 | 5.16 | 10.16 |
| 🍂 Mar | 20.34 | 11.58 | 1.36 | 10.11 |
| 🍂 Apr | 18.76 | 10.68 | 1.65 | 8.31 |
| 🍂 May | 15.56 | 8.44 | 2.82 | 7.8 |
| ❄️ Jun | 13.78 | 7.94 | 4.75 | 6.12 |
| ❄️ Jul | 12.94 | 6.07 | 2.29 | 6.07 |
| ❄️ Aug | 13.43 | 4.86 | 1.38 | 8.35 |
| 🌸 Sep | 16.59 | 7.36 | 2.24 | 9.17 |
| 🌸 Oct | 18.25 | 8.63 | 2.04 | 10.32 |
| 🌸 Nov | 19.43 | 10.91 | 2.31 | 9.77 |
| ☀️ Dec | 22.94 | 14.23 | 3.54 | 10.2 |
Poukawa Community
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