- Est. Median Value
- $908K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $410/wk
- Safety Score
- 70/100
- Green Space
- 0%
- Current Weather
- 9.7°C
- Median Age
- 27 yrs
~55 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Rūnanga Lake
Is Rūnanga Lake a good place to live?
Rūnanga Lake is home to roughly 2,826 people. On Suburb's overall livability scale, Rūnanga Lake scores 49 out of 100, with a safety score of 70/100 and 0% green space.
Schools: Rūnanga Lake has 9 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 $908K, and weekly rent typically sits around $410.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 9.7°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Rūnanga Lake 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
- Safety70
- Amenities32
- Schools77
- Housing Affordability41
- Green space10
- Community100
- Transport10
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $908K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $410/wk
- Median HH Income
- $91K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +7.4%
- 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 Rūnanga Lake?
- Children living in Rūnanga Lake are in zone for St Joseph's Maori Girls' College, Iona College, Woodford House, St John's College (Hastings), Lindisfarne College, Taikura Rudolf Steiner School, Pukehamoamoa School, Hastings Christian School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Rūnanga Lake?
- 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 population of Rūnanga Lake?
- Rūnanga Lake has 2,826 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Rūnanga Lake?
- The estimated median property value in Rūnanga Lake is $908K. Median weekly rent is $410/week.
- Where is Rūnanga Lake?
- Rūnanga Lake is in Hastings, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand.
- Is Rūnanga Lake a good place to live?
- Rūnanga Lake scores 49/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Rūnanga Lake
Schools in zone for Rūnanga Lake
Children living in Rūnanga Lake have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
St Joseph's Maori Girls' College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 185 · decile 2
Iona College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 341 · decile 10
Woodford House
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 382 · decile 9
St John's College (Hastings)
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 404 · decile 4
Lindisfarne College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 567 · decile 9
Taikura Rudolf Steiner School
Composite · roll 279 · decile 6
Pukehamoamoa School
Full Primary · roll 58 · decile 7
Hastings Christian School
Composite · roll 329 · decile 7
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Rūnanga Lake. 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 Rūnanga Lake that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Omahu School
Full Primary · roll 53 · decile 1 · 4.5 km away
Rūnanga Lake Weather
Current conditions: 9.7°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 22.82 | 14.73 | 4.87 | 9.32 |
| ☀️ Feb | 23.49 | 13.98 | 4.64 | 10.08 |
| 🍂 Mar | 21.4 | 10.87 | 1.67 | 10.12 |
| 🍂 Apr | 19.69 | 10.11 | 1.36 | 8.24 |
| 🍂 May | 16.33 | 7.42 | 2.4 | 7.74 |
| ❄️ Jun | 14.14 | 6.81 | 5.2 | 6.18 |
| ❄️ Jul | 13.46 | 4.87 | 2.43 | 6.35 |
| ❄️ Aug | 14.19 | 3.77 | 1.25 | 8.43 |
| 🌸 Sep | 17.37 | 6.84 | 2.47 | 9.12 |
| 🌸 Oct | 18.98 | 8.66 | 1.72 | 10.56 |
| 🌸 Nov | 20.36 | 10.69 | 2.45 | 9.75 |
| ☀️ Dec | 23.98 | 14.45 | 2.7 | 10.14 |
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