- Est. Median Value
- $936K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $450/wk
- Safety Score
- 70/100
- Green Space
- 56%
- Current Weather
- 8.3°C
- Median Age
- 52 yrs
~56 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Tamaterau
Is Tamaterau a good place to live?
Tamaterau is home to roughly 2,574 people across 11.9 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Tamaterau scores 52 out of 100, with a safety score of 70/100 and 56% green space.
Schools: Tamaterau has 5 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 $936K, and weekly rent typically sits around $450.
Lifestyle: Tamaterau has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 8.3°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Tamaterau 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
- Safety70
- Amenities10
- Schools62
- Housing Affordability40
- Green space100
- Community100
- Transport13
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $936K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $450/wk
- Median HH Income
- $102K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +4.6%
- 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 Tamaterau?
- Children living in Tamaterau are in zone for Parua Bay School, Whangārei Boys' High School, Whangārei Girls' High School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Tamaterau?
- 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 Tamaterau?
- The postcode for Tamaterau is 0174.
- What is the population of Tamaterau?
- Tamaterau has 2,574 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Tamaterau?
- The estimated median property value in Tamaterau is $936K. Median weekly rent is $450/week.
- Where is Tamaterau?
- Tamaterau is in Whangarei, Northland, New Zealand.
- Is Tamaterau a good place to live?
- Tamaterau scores 52/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Tamaterau
Schools in zone for Tamaterau
Children living in Tamaterau have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Parua Bay School
Full Primary · roll 287 · decile 9
Whangārei Boys' High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 1464 · decile 4
Whangārei Girls' High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 1540 · decile 4
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Tamaterau. 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 Tamaterau that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Onerahi School
Contributing · roll 379 · decile 4 · 3.9 km away
Raurimu Avenue School
Full Primary · roll 41 · decile 3 · 4.1 km away
Eat & Drink in Tamaterau
Places to eat & drink(1)
Pa boots Coffee
Tradies & Services in Tamaterau
Tradies & services(1)
Northern Projects Ltd
Beauty & Fitness in Tamaterau
Beauty & fitness(1)
Made&Marked
Professional Services in Tamaterau
Professional services(1)
Open2view Northland
Stay in Tamaterau
Places to stay(3)
Blue Heron Motel and Campsite
Tamaterau Campsite
McSherrys B&B
Tamaterau Weather
Current conditions: 8.3°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 23.28 | 17.13 | 146.3 | 10.63 |
| ☀️ Feb | 23.56 | 16.88 | 142.3 | 10.59 |
| 🍂 Mar | 22.23 | 14.73 | 54.97 | 10.53 |
| 🍂 Apr | 20.37 | 14.36 | 133.9 | 8.39 |
| 🍂 May | 17.8 | 12 | 108 | 8.06 |
| ❄️ Jun | 16.13 | 10.39 | 104.27 | 6.93 |
| ❄️ Jul | 15.4 | 9.19 | 168.4 | 7.11 |
| ❄️ Aug | 15.5 | 8.19 | 102.73 | 8.07 |
| 🌸 Sep | 17.06 | 9.69 | 87.73 | 9.4 |
| 🌸 Oct | 18.05 | 11.1 | 123.4 | 10.37 |
| 🌸 Nov | 20.23 | 12.44 | 123 | 10.96 |
| ☀️ Dec | 22.87 | 15.12 | 142.07 | 10.98 |
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