- Est. Median Value
- $620K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $396/wk
- Safety Score
- 45/100
- Green Space
- 0%
- Current Weather
- 4.2°C
- Median Age
- 42 yrs
~80 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Sentry Hill
Is Sentry Hill a good place to live?
Sentry Hill is home to roughly 235 people across 6.9 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Sentry Hill scores 36 out of 100, with a safety score of 45/100 and 0% green space.
Schools: Sentry Hill has 8 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 $620K, and weekly rent typically sits around $396.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 4.2°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Sentry Hill 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
- Safety45
- Amenities10
- Schools65
- Housing Affordability60
- Green space10
- Community22
- Transport21
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $620K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $396/wk
- Median HH Income
- $102K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +9.7%
- 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 Sentry Hill?
- Children living in Sentry Hill are in zone for Waitara High School, Bell Block School, Highlands Intermediate, Lepperton School, Puketapu School (New Plymouth). Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Sentry Hill?
- 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 Sentry Hill?
- The postcode for Sentry Hill is 4373.
- What is the population of Sentry Hill?
- Sentry Hill has 235 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Sentry Hill?
- The estimated median property value in Sentry Hill is $620K. Median weekly rent is $396/week.
- Where is Sentry Hill?
- Sentry Hill is in New Plymouth, Taranaki, New Zealand.
- Is Sentry Hill a good place to live?
- Sentry Hill scores 36/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Sentry Hill
Schools in zone for Sentry Hill
Children living in Sentry Hill have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Waitara High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 457 · decile 2
Bell Block School
Full Primary · roll 445 · decile 5
Highlands Intermediate
Intermediate · roll 710 · decile 7
Lepperton School
Full Primary · roll 124 · decile 9
Puketapu School (New Plymouth)
Full Primary · roll 320 · decile 4
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Sentry Hill. 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 Sentry Hill that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
St Joseph's School (Waitara)
Full Primary · roll 84 · decile 5 · 3.5 km away
Waitara Central School
Contributing · roll 161 · decile 2 · 3.9 km away
Manukorihi Intermediate
Intermediate · roll 207 · decile 3 · 4.9 km away
Shops in Sentry Hill
Shops(2)
Jones Quarry
Magnolia Grove
Stay in Sentry Hill
Places to stay(1)
Sentry Hill Motel
Sentry Hill Weather
Current conditions: 4.2°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 21.78 | 15.41 | 8.3 | 10.39 |
| ☀️ Feb | 20.85 | 14.47 | 4.01 | 10.64 |
| 🍂 Mar | 19.19 | 12.25 | 3.2 | 9.76 |
| 🍂 Apr | 18.44 | 12.13 | 6.09 | 8.32 |
| 🍂 May | 15.78 | 10.05 | 6.49 | 6.96 |
| ❄️ Jun | 14.62 | 8.68 | 3.25 | 7.11 |
| ❄️ Jul | 13.64 | 7.69 | 3.81 | 7.07 |
| ❄️ Aug | 13.43 | 6.53 | 6.05 | 7.65 |
| 🌸 Sep | 14.89 | 8.96 | 4.71 | 9.32 |
| 🌸 Oct | 16.08 | 9.99 | 4.24 | 9.98 |
| 🌸 Nov | 17.51 | 11.6 | 3.54 | 10.42 |
| ☀️ Dec | 19.67 | 14 | 5.25 | 10.32 |
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