- Est. Median Value
- $1.10M
- Median Weekly Rent
- $450/wk
- Safety Score
- 70/100
- Green Space
- 30%
- Current Weather
- 3.2°C
- Median Age
- 38 yrs
~55 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Rainbow Point
Is Rainbow Point a good place to live?
Rainbow Point is home to roughly 2,403 people across 0.6 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Rainbow Point scores 49 out of 100, with a safety score of 70/100 and 30% green space.
Schools: Rainbow Point has 10 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 $1.10M, and weekly rent typically sits around $450.
Lifestyle: Rainbow Point has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 3.2°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Rainbow Point 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
- Safety70
- Amenities10
- Schools62
- Housing Affordability34
- Green space100
- Community78
- Transport20
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $1.10M
- Median Weekly Rent
- $450/wk
- Median HH Income
- $99K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +3.2%
- 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 Rainbow Point?
- Children living in Rainbow Point are in zone for Tauhara College, Taupo Intermediate, Waipahihi School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Rainbow Point?
- 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 Rainbow Point?
- The postcode for Rainbow Point is 3330.
- What is the population of Rainbow Point?
- Rainbow Point has 2,403 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Rainbow Point?
- The estimated median property value in Rainbow Point is $1.1M. Median weekly rent is $450/week.
- Where is Rainbow Point?
- Rainbow Point is in Taupo, Waikato, New Zealand.
- Is Rainbow Point a good place to live?
- Rainbow Point scores 49/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Rainbow Point
Schools in zone for Rainbow Point
Children living in Rainbow Point have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Tauhara College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 711 · decile 6
Taupo Intermediate
Intermediate · roll 504 · decile 4
Waipahihi School
Contributing · roll 344 · decile 7
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Rainbow Point. 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 Rainbow Point that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Hilltop School
Full Primary · roll 561 · decile 9 · 2.8 km away
Lake Taupo Christian School
Composite · roll 137 · decile 8 · 3.7 km away
Taupo School
Contributing · roll 447 · decile 5 · 3.8 km away
Tauhara School
Contributing · roll 240 · decile 3 · 4.1 km away
Taupo-nui-a-Tia College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 1204 · decile 3 · 4.5 km away
Mountview School
Full Primary · roll 309 · decile 3 · 4.6 km away
TKKM o Whakarewa I Te Reo Ki Tuwharetoa
Composite · roll 190 · decile 2 · 4.6 km away
Explore Rainbow Point
Things to do(1)
Secombe Park
Parks & green spaces(1)
Secombe Park
Healthcare
Pharmacies and clinics for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Eat & Drink in Rainbow Point
Places to eat & drink(2)
Ploughmans Restaurant
The Fish Box
Shops in Rainbow Point
Shops(1)
Comprehensive Developments
Stay in Rainbow Point
Places to stay(2)
Airport Motel
Rainbow Point Motel
Rainbow Point Weather
Current conditions: 3.2°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 21.44 | 14.38 | 5.38 | 9.83 |
| ☀️ Feb | 21.19 | 14.1 | 4.28 | 9.98 |
| 🍂 Mar | 18.43 | 11.21 | 3.02 | 9.94 |
| 🍂 Apr | 16.98 | 10.72 | 2.11 | 8.11 |
| 🍂 May | 13.68 | 8.18 | 3.46 | 6.86 |
| ❄️ Jun | 12.19 | 6.73 | 2.42 | 6.81 |
| ❄️ Jul | 10.93 | 5.35 | 2.9 | 6.51 |
| ❄️ Aug | 11.26 | 4.49 | 2.43 | 7.87 |
| 🌸 Sep | 13.87 | 6.94 | 4.24 | 9.03 |
| 🌸 Oct | 15.9 | 8.38 | 3.13 | 9.9 |
| 🌸 Nov | 17.81 | 10.5 | 3.84 | 10.61 |
| ☀️ Dec | 21.24 | 13.54 | 3.76 | 10.72 |
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