- Est. Median Value
- $725K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $186/wk
- Safety Score
- 50/100
- Green Space
- 59%
- Current Weather
- 3.9°C
- Median Age
- 36 yrs
~75 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Purangi
Is Purangi a good place to live?
Purangi is home to roughly 663 people across 55.2 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Purangi scores 46 out of 100, with a safety score of 50/100 and 59% green space.
Schools: Purangi has 1 school 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 $725K, and weekly rent typically sits around $186.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 3.9°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Purangi 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
- Safety50
- Amenities27
- Schools41
- Housing Affordability52
- Green space100
- Community56
- Transport21
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $725K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $186/wk
- Median HH Income
- $76K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- -1.3%
- 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 Purangi?
- Children living in Purangi are in zone for Kaimata School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Purangi?
- 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 Purangi?
- The postcode for Purangi is 4387.
- What is the population of Purangi?
- Purangi has 663 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Purangi?
- The estimated median property value in Purangi is $725K. Median weekly rent is $186/week.
- Where is Purangi?
- Purangi is in New Plymouth, Taranaki, New Zealand.
- Is Purangi a good place to live?
- Purangi scores 46/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Purangi
Schools in zone for Purangi
Children living in Purangi have a guaranteed right to enrol at these school, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Kaimata School
Full Primary · roll 96 · decile 5
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Purangi. 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.
Purangi Weather
Current conditions: 3.9°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 21.99 | 14.45 | 7.62 | 10.01 |
| ☀️ Feb | 21.09 | 13.29 | 4.24 | 10.51 |
| 🍂 Mar | 18.95 | 10.79 | 3.58 | 9.83 |
| 🍂 Apr | 18.18 | 10.48 | 5.82 | 8.02 |
| 🍂 May | 15.21 | 8.45 | 5.44 | 7.19 |
| ❄️ Jun | 14.13 | 6.85 | 2.63 | 7.38 |
| ❄️ Jul | 12.87 | 5.8 | 3.04 | 6.85 |
| ❄️ Aug | 12.63 | 5.19 | 5.65 | 7.54 |
| 🌸 Sep | 14.85 | 7.52 | 5.9 | 9.22 |
| 🌸 Oct | 15.99 | 8.52 | 5.41 | 9.57 |
| 🌸 Nov | 17.59 | 10.32 | 5.28 | 9.99 |
| ☀️ Dec | 20.2 | 12.98 | 5.18 | 10.12 |
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