- Est. Median Value
- $586K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $430/wk
- Safety Score
- 20/100
- Green Space
- 13%
- Current Weather
- -0.3°C
- Median Age
- 30 yrs
~105 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Pukehangi
Pukehangi climbs the western slopes of Rotorua, around 4 km from the city centre, and it holds the position every Rotorua suburb quietly envies: elevation. Around 7,000 people live on these hillside streets, and a healthy share of them wake up to views across the city to the lake and the steam rising off the geothermal fields, the kind of morning panorama that other towns put on postcards and Pukehangi puts behind the kitchen sink.
The suburb itself is residential and unhurried, built in waves from the 1960s onward as Rotorua grew westward up the hill. The housing stock rewards the hunt: solid family homes on generous sections, many angled shamelessly at the view, at prices that make visiting Aucklanders go quiet and thoughtful.
The location earns its keep. The city centre, the lakefront and the Redwoods forest trails are all within ten minutes, and Mount Ngongotahā with its gondola and luge sits just around the hill. Pukehangi is where Rotorua sleeps between adventures.
Local primaries serve the slopes, with Western Heights High School taking most of the secondary students. The suburb's name shares its bones with the word hāngī, and the locals enjoy the coincidence. Steam below, dinner-related name above. Rotorua to its core.
Is Pukehangi a good place to live?
Pukehangi is home to roughly 5,178 people across 2.9 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Pukehangi scores 46 out of 100, with a safety score of 20/100 and 13% green space.
Schools: Pukehangi has 25 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 $586K, and weekly rent typically sits around $430.
Lifestyle: Pukehangi has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is -0.3°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Pukehangi 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
- Safety20
- Amenities84
- Schools50
- Housing Affordability64
- Green space43
- Community10
- Transport30
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $586K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $430/wk
- Median HH Income
- $80K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- -1.8%
- 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
- Where is Pukehangi?
- Pukehangi is on the western slopes of Rotorua, around 4 km from the city centre, above Mangakakahi and Sunnybrook, with views across the city toward Lake Rotorua.
- Does Pukehangi have lake views?
- Many Pukehangi homes on the upper slopes have views across Rotorua to the lake and the geothermal steam, one of the suburb's main attractions for buyers.
- What is near Pukehangi?
- The Rotorua city centre and lakefront are under 10 minutes away, with the Redwoods forest trails, Mount Ngongotahā's gondola and the western shopping centres all within easy reach.
- What schools serve Pukehangi?
- Local primary schools serve the suburb's slopes, with most secondary students attending Western Heights High School in the neighbouring suburb.
- How do I get from Rotorua city centre to Pukehangi?
- By car, around 8 to 10 minutes via Pukehangi Road or Malfroy Road. City buses serve the western suburbs from the central interchange.
- Which schools are in zone for Pukehangi?
- Children living in Pukehangi are in zone for Western Heights High School, Rotorua Boys' High School, Rotorua Girls' High School, John Paul College. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Pukehangi?
- 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.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Pukehangi
Schools in zone for Pukehangi
Children living in Pukehangi have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Western Heights High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 1229 · decile 4
Rotorua Boys' High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 1176 · decile 3
Rotorua Girls' High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 662
John Paul College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 1103 · decile 7
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Pukehangi. 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 Pukehangi that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Awhina School/ Activity Centre
Activity Centre · 0.2 km away
Aorangi School (Rotorua)
Contributing · roll 86 · decile 1 · 0.5 km away
Western Heights Primary School (Rotorua)
Contributing · roll 419 · decile 1 · 0.8 km away
St Michael's Catholic School (Rotorua)
Contributing · roll 94 · decile 4 · 1.2 km away
Sunset Primary School
Contributing · roll 156 · decile 1 · 1.3 km away
TKKM o Hurungaterangi
Composite · roll 92 · decile 1 · 1.6 km away
Kaitao Intermediate
Intermediate · roll 257 · decile 2 · 1.7 km away
Westbrook School
Contributing · roll 473 · decile 4 · 1.8 km away
Malfroy School
Contributing · roll 286 · decile 2 · 2.5 km away
Te Rangihakahaka Centre for Science and Technology
Composite (Year 1-10) · roll 97 · decile 2 · 2.6 km away
Rotorua Specialist School - Te Kura Pūkenga o Rotorua
Specialist School · roll 112 · decile 2 · 2.6 km away
Selwyn School
Contributing · roll 320 · decile 2 · 2.7 km away
TKKM o Te Koutu
Composite · roll 377 · decile 3 · 3.0 km away
Rotorua Intermediate
Intermediate · roll 659 · decile 3 · 3.3 km away
Glenholme School
Contributing · roll 316 · decile 3 · 3.6 km away
Otonga Road School
Contributing · roll 503 · decile 7 · 3.6 km away
Rotorua School
Full Primary · roll 380 · decile 3 · 3.6 km away
St Mary's Catholic School (Rotorua)
Contributing · roll 455 · decile 6 · 3.7 km away
Kawaha Point School
Contributing · roll 229 · decile 3 · 3.8 km away
Rotorua S D A School
Full Primary · roll 42 · decile 4 · 4.2 km away
Te Āhuru Mōwai
Teen Parent Unit · 4.6 km away
Explore Pukehangi
Things to do(4)
Linton Park
Linton Park West
Pullar Park
Zen Do Kai Freestyle Martial Arts - Rotorua
Parks & green spaces(3)
Linton Park
Linton Park West
Pullar Park
Healthcare(1)
Western Heights Pharmacy
Eat & Drink in Pukehangi
Places to eat & drink(7)
Mitchell Downs Tavern
Western Heights Bakery
Glassy Junction Bar
On The Grind
The Bakehouse Cafe
Mitchell Downs Takeaways and Dairy
Pizza Heaven Rotorua
Tradies & Services in Pukehangi
Tradies & services(4)
Hgd Detailing
Jet Vac Carpet Cleaning
Kinkz Motors
Oldham Automotive
Shops in Pukehangi
Shops(3)
Four Square Edmund Road
Mitchell Downs Liquor Centre
Super Liquor
Beauty & Fitness in Pukehangi
Beauty & fitness(4)
Hair on Pukehangi
Shine by Jade
Vegas Nails & Beauty
Zen Do Kai Freestyle Martial Arts - Rotorua
Professional Services in Pukehangi
Professional services(3)
Inflatable Repairs
Memories of us
Perry Bell Financial Services
Pukehangi Weather
Current conditions: -0.3°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 21.05 | 13.71 | 6.91 | 9.3 |
| ☀️ Feb | 21.3 | 13.4 | 5.42 | 9.35 |
| 🍂 Mar | 18.89 | 10.3 | 2.27 | 9.75 |
| 🍂 Apr | 17 | 10.19 | 2.88 | 7.76 |
| 🍂 May | 13.68 | 7.21 | 6.54 | 6.82 |
| ❄️ Jun | 12.25 | 6.26 | 4.55 | 6.61 |
| ❄️ Jul | 11.32 | 4.46 | 3.05 | 6.47 |
| ❄️ Aug | 11.76 | 3.41 | 1.95 | 7.3 |
| 🌸 Sep | 14.2 | 6.32 | 4.38 | 8.44 |
| 🌸 Oct | 16.17 | 7.93 | 3.77 | 9.56 |
| 🌸 Nov | 18.17 | 9.61 | 3.1 | 10.19 |
| ☀️ Dec | 21.19 | 12.7 | 4.2 | 10.36 |
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