- Est. Median Value
- $766K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $426/wk
- Safety Score
- 77/100
- Green Space
- 13%
- Current Weather
- 7.5°C
- Median Age
- 41 yrs
~48 crimes/1k/yr
overcast clouds
Living in Ruatangata West
Is Ruatangata West a good place to live?
Ruatangata West is home to roughly 2,955 people across 99.5 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Ruatangata West scores 48 out of 100, with a safety score of 77/100 and 13% green space.
Schools: Ruatangata West has 2 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 $766K, and weekly rent typically sits around $426.
Lifestyle: Ruatangata West has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 7.5°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Ruatangata West 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
- Safety77
- Amenities16
- Schools61
- Housing Affordability49
- Green space43
- Community67
- Transport13
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $766K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $426/wk
- Median HH Income
- $118K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +10.4%
- 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
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which schools are in zone for Ruatangata West?
- Children living in Ruatangata West are in zone for Matarau School, Te Kamo High School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Ruatangata West?
- 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 Ruatangata West?
- The postcode for Ruatangata West is 0185.
- What is the population of Ruatangata West?
- Ruatangata West has 2,955 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Ruatangata West?
- The estimated median property value in Ruatangata West is $766K. Median weekly rent is $426/week.
- Where is Ruatangata West?
- Ruatangata West is in Whangarei, Northland, New Zealand.
- Is Ruatangata West a good place to live?
- Ruatangata West scores 48/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Ruatangata West
Schools in zone for Ruatangata West
Children living in Ruatangata West have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Matarau School
Full Primary · roll 277 · decile 8
Te Kamo High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 818 · decile 4
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Ruatangata West. 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 Ruatangata West
Things to do(3)
Adrenalin Adventure Park
Adrenalin Adventure Park
Ake Ake Equestrian
Parks & green spaces(1)
Adrenalin Adventure Park
Healthcare
Pharmacies and clinics for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Eat & Drink in Ruatangata West
Places to eat & drink(1)
Ruatangata Takeaway
Tradies & Services in Ruatangata West
Tradies & services(2)
Earle Tito Engineering Ltd
Geoff Locke Cabinet Maker
Shops in Ruatangata West
Shops(1)
Flourish Maternity
Beauty & Fitness in Ruatangata West
Beauty & fitness(3)
Adrenalin Adventure Park
Ake Ake Equestrian
The beauty shed
Stay in Ruatangata West
Places to stay(1)
Kerigold Chalets
Ruatangata West Weather
Current conditions: 7.5°C, overcast clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 22.68 | 16.18 | 5.32 | 10.15 |
| ☀️ Feb | 23.04 | 15.24 | 5.76 | 10.25 |
| 🍂 Mar | 21.35 | 12.76 | 0.89 | 10.11 |
| 🍂 Apr | 19.64 | 13.31 | 3.63 | 8.14 |
| 🍂 May | 16.83 | 10.92 | 3.71 | 7.93 |
| ❄️ Jun | 15.32 | 9.12 | 3.8 | 6.81 |
| ❄️ Jul | 14.41 | 8.34 | 4.16 | 7.45 |
| ❄️ Aug | 14.49 | 7.43 | 2.77 | 8.07 |
| 🌸 Sep | 16.43 | 9.56 | 2.74 | 9.06 |
| 🌸 Oct | 17.28 | 10.5 | 4.16 | 10.14 |
| 🌸 Nov | 19.25 | 11.39 | 2.76 | 10.88 |
| ☀️ Dec | 22.43 | 14.69 | 2.83 | 10.83 |
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