- Est. Median Value
- $783K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $360/wk
- Safety Score
- 53/100
- Green Space
- 0%
- Current Weather
- 3.9°C
- Median Age
- 60 yrs
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Living in Tainui
Is Tainui a good place to live?
Tainui is home to roughly 1,974 people across 0.9 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Tainui scores 33 out of 100, with a safety score of 53/100 and 0% green space.
Schools: Tainui has 1 school 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 $783K, and weekly rent typically sits around $360.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 3.9°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Tainui 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
- Safety53
- Amenities35
- Schools34
- Housing Affordability48
- Green space10
- Community33
- Transport20
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $783K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $360/wk
- Median HH Income
- $47K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- -1.1%
- 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 Tainui?
- Tainui is not covered by a school enrolment zone. Nearby schools may accept enrolments under open enrolment or by application.
- How do I check my school zone in Tainui?
- 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 Tainui?
- The postcode for Tainui is 3575.
- What is the population of Tainui?
- Tainui has 1,974 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Tainui?
- The estimated median property value in Tainui is $783K. Median weekly rent is $360/week.
- Where is Tainui?
- Tainui is in Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand.
- Is Tainui a good place to live?
- Tainui scores 33/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Tainui
Schools in zone for Tainui
No enrolment-zoned schools cover Tainui. The schools below are the nearest options — many operate open enrolment.
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Tainui. 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 Tainui that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Moanataiari School
Full Primary · roll 125 · decile 4 · 3.9 km away
Rubbish & Recycling
- Rubbish collection
- Thursday (weekly)
- Recycling & glass crate
- Thursday (fortnightly, Week 1)
- Next recycling
- 13 August
Find your collection days on the Hamilton City Council website →
Rubbish bin
Non-recyclable general waste. Put out every Thursday.
Recycling bin
Paper, cardboard, metal cans, rigid plastic containers. Put out every second Thursday.
Glass crate
Glass bottles and jars. Blue crate collected every second Thursday alongside recycling.
Food scraps bin
Food and kitchen scraps. Green bin collected every Thursday.
Collection data sourced from Hamilton City Council.
Tainui Weather
Current conditions: 3.9°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 23.16 | 16.99 | 10.08 | 9.77 |
| ☀️ Feb | 23.02 | 16.05 | 7.75 | 10.28 |
| 🍂 Mar | 20.45 | 13.54 | 2.98 | 10.18 |
| 🍂 Apr | 19.35 | 13.61 | 3.98 | 8.58 |
| 🍂 May | 16.48 | 11.07 | 6.2 | 7.67 |
| ❄️ Jun | 15.08 | 9.82 | 4.9 | 7.31 |
| ❄️ Jul | 13.81 | 8.53 | 6.25 | 7.41 |
| ❄️ Aug | 13.74 | 7.67 | 3.47 | 8.19 |
| 🌸 Sep | 16.18 | 10.24 | 5.25 | 9.61 |
| 🌸 Oct | 17.43 | 11.12 | 4.49 | 10.24 |
| 🌸 Nov | 19.22 | 12.61 | 3.32 | 11 |
| ☀️ Dec | 22.17 | 15.3 | 4.62 | 11.69 |
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