Which schools are in zone for Rotorua?

Children living in Rotorua are in zone for Western Heights High School, Rotorua Boys' High School, Rotorua Girls' High School, Rotorua Intermediate, Rotorua 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 Rotorua?

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 Rotorua?

The postcode for Rotorua is 3010.

What is the population of Rotorua?

Rotorua has 1,593 residents, based on the 2023 Census.

How much do houses cost in Rotorua?

The estimated median property value in Rotorua is $596K. Median weekly rent is $410/week.

Rotorua is in Rotorua, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand.

Rotorua, Bay of Plenty | Postcode, Population & Property Values

Est. Median Value: $596K
Median Weekly Rent: $410/wk
Safety Score: 15/100
Green Space: 35%
Current Weather: 5.8°C
Median Age: 41 yrs

Living in Rotorua

Is Rotorua a good place to live?

Rotorua is home to roughly 1,593 people across 2.4 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Rotorua scores 56 out of 100, with a safety score of 15/100 and 35% green space.

Schools: Rotorua has 31 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 $596K, and weekly rent typically sits around $410.

Lifestyle: Rotorua has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. Public transport stops are within easy reach. The current temperature is 5.8°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.

Whether Rotorua 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

Safety15
Amenities100
Schools55
Housing Affordability63
Green space100
Community10
Transport30

Property & Economics

Est. Median Value: $596K
Median Weekly Rent: $410/wk
Median HH Income: $79K/yr
Pop. Growth (5yr): -4.5%
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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which schools are in zone for Rotorua?: Children living in Rotorua are in zone for Western Heights High School, Rotorua Boys' High School, Rotorua Girls' High School, Rotorua Intermediate, Rotorua 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 Rotorua?: 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 Rotorua?: The postcode for Rotorua is 3010.
What is the population of Rotorua?: Rotorua has 1,593 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
How much do houses cost in Rotorua?: The estimated median property value in Rotorua is $596K. Median weekly rent is $410/week.
Where is Rotorua?: Rotorua is in Rotorua, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand.
Is Rotorua a good place to live?: Rotorua scores 56/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.

Rotorua Weather

Current conditions: 5.8°C, clear sky

Month	High (°C)	Low (°C)	Rainfall (mm/day)	Sunshine (hrs/day)
☀️ Jan	21.77	14.43	6.91	9.3
☀️ Feb	22.02	14.13	5.42	9.35
🍂 Mar	19.62	11.03	2.27	9.75
🍂 Apr	17.74	10.91	2.88	7.76
🍂 May	14.4	7.93	6.54	6.82
❄️ Jun	12.98	6.98	4.55	6.61
❄️ Jul	12.04	5.2	3.05	6.47
❄️ Aug	12.49	4.14	1.95	7.3
🌸 Sep	14.93	7.04	4.38	8.44
🌸 Oct	16.9	8.66	3.77	9.56
🌸 Nov	18.89	10.34	3.1	10.19
☀️ Dec	21.92	13.43	4.2	10.36

Living in Rotorua

Is Rotorua a good place to live?

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Schools & Enrolment Zones in Rotorua

Schools in zone for Rotorua

Western Heights High School

Rotorua Boys' High School

Rotorua Girls' High School

Rotorua Intermediate

Rotorua School

John Paul College

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Other nearby schools

St Mary's Catholic School (Rotorua)

Te Rangihakahaka Centre for Science and Technology

Glenholme School

Rotorua S D A School

Malfroy School

TKKM o Te Koutu

TKKM o Hurungaterangi

Sunset Primary School

Kaitao Intermediate

St Michael's Catholic School (Rotorua)

Selwyn School

Whakarewarewa School

Kawaha Point School

Rotorua Specialist School - Te Kura Pūkenga o Rotorua

Lynmore Primary School

Western Heights Primary School (Rotorua)

Otonga Road School

Westbrook School

Te Āhuru Mōwai

Awhina School/ Activity Centre

Aorangi School (Rotorua)

Mokoia Intermediate

Owhata School

Rotorua Lakes High School

Te Wharekura o Ngāti Rongomai

Explore Rotorua

🎯Things to do(32)

Thermal Footbaths

Public Thermal Area

Sulphur Geysers

Pilates Focus Body Conditioning

Hobbiton Ticket Office

Han Lee Taekwondo

Prodrive Golf Rotorua

(CLOSED) Mobility Centre Rotorua Retail Partner QE Health Wellness & Spa

Rotorua LeeGar Thai Boxing

Action Martial Arts Supplies Ltd

Hinemoa Badminton Club, Rotorua

Rotorua Badminton Club

Government Gardens

Utuhina Badminton Club

TUKAHA Rotorua

Budget Car & Truck Rental Rotorua Downtown

Kahukura Rugby and Sports Club

Reboot Rotorua

Whirinaki Forest Park

CWEntertainment

Ceroc Dance Studio

Rotorua Bowling Club

Rotorua Climbing Club Inc

Go 360

Jean Batten Square

TrueFit

2022 Pickleball Rotorua Doubles Tournament

Kuirau Park

Matt Schofield Golf Limited

Village Green

HT Strength and Fitness

Rotorua Bike Polo

🌳Parks & green spaces(5)

Things to do(32)

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Healthcare(10)

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