- Est. Median Value
- $751K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $250/wk
- Safety Score
- 43/100
- Green Space
- 12%
- Current Weather
- 5.9°C
- Median Age
- 35 yrs
~82 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Rotokawa
Is Rotokawa a good place to live?
Rotokawa is home to roughly 1,269 people. On Suburb's overall livability scale, Rotokawa scores 44 out of 100, with a safety score of 43/100 and 12% green space.
Schools: Rotokawa has 3 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 $751K, and weekly rent typically sits around $250.
Lifestyle: Rotokawa has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 5.9°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Rotokawa 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
- Safety43
- Amenities60
- Schools62
- Housing Affordability50
- Green space39
- Community11
- Transport20
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $751K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $250/wk
- Median HH Income
- $100K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- -4.4%
- 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
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Rotokawa
Schools in zone for Rotokawa
Children living in Rotokawa have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Taupo-nui-a-Tia College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 1204 · decile 3
Taupo Intermediate
Intermediate · roll 504 · decile 4
Wairakei School
Contributing · roll 328 · decile 10
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Rotokawa. 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 Rotokawa
Things to do(8)
Taupo Equestrian Supplies
Historic Grand Prix
Fiber Fresh National Equestrian Centre
Bruce McLaren Motorsport Park
Taupo International Motorsport Park and Events Centre
Taupo Racetrack
Taupo Racecourse
Taupō Racing Club
Parks & green spaces
Parks and reserves for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Healthcare
Pharmacies and clinics for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Tradies & Services in Rotokawa
Tradies & services(17)
41 Degree Wheels
Advanced Tuning & Performance
Alt Tune
Apex Windows
AW Engine Reconditioning
Caramedic
Central Steel Framing
Engine Works Marine
Entec Services Limited Taupo
Full Send Fabrication Taupo
Henson and Murray Engine Rebuilders
iCheck TPMS NZ
McLeod Cranes and Hiabs (Taupo)
Pirtek Taupo
SmartSteel Buildings Rotorua - Whakatāne
T.E.D Ltd
Vindustries LTD
Shops in Rotokawa
Shops(3)
Euro Scaffolds - Taupō
He Tipu
Living off the land Taupo
Beauty & Fitness in Rotokawa
Beauty & fitness(9)
Bruce McLaren Motorsport Park
Fiber Fresh National Equestrian Centre
Historic Grand Prix
Taupo Equestrian Supplies
Taupo International Motorsport Park and Events Centre
Taupo Racecourse
Taupo Racetrack
Taupō Racing Club
The Beauty Hub
Professional Services in Rotokawa
Professional services(1)
AG Industrial
Stay in Rotokawa
Places to stay(1)
Aratiatia Freedom Camping
Rotokawa Weather
Current conditions: 5.9°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 21.35 | 12.69 | 5.35 | 9.47 |
| ☀️ Feb | 21.46 | 12.05 | 4.66 | 9.71 |
| 🍂 Mar | 18.65 | 8.51 | 2.89 | 9.97 |
| 🍂 Apr | 16.95 | 8.48 | 2.05 | 7.85 |
| 🍂 May | 13.49 | 5.86 | 3.9 | 6.72 |
| ❄️ Jun | 12.04 | 4.68 | 3.05 | 6.63 |
| ❄️ Jul | 10.86 | 3.04 | 2.7 | 6.45 |
| ❄️ Aug | 11.39 | 1.61 | 2.39 | 7.76 |
| 🌸 Sep | 14.25 | 4.92 | 4.33 | 8.98 |
| 🌸 Oct | 16.31 | 6.53 | 3.4 | 9.78 |
| 🌸 Nov | 18.19 | 8.6 | 3.71 | 10.52 |
| ☀️ Dec | 21.65 | 11.92 | 3.95 | 10.63 |
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