- Est. Median Value
- $838K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $393/wk
- Safety Score
- 65/100
- Green Space
- 5%
- Current Weather
- 1.6°C
- Median Age
- 45 yrs
~60 crimes/1k/yr
few clouds
Living in Tarurutangi
Is Tarurutangi a good place to live?
Tarurutangi is home to roughly 996 people across 19.0 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Tarurutangi scores 45 out of 100, with a safety score of 65/100 and 5% green space.
Schools: Tarurutangi 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 $838K, and weekly rent typically sits around $393.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 1.6°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Tarurutangi 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
- Safety65
- Amenities10
- Schools74
- Housing Affordability45
- Green space17
- Community89
- Transport21
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $838K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $393/wk
- Median HH Income
- $113K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +11.0%
- 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 Tarurutangi?
- Children living in Tarurutangi are in zone for Inglewood High School, Bell Block School, Highlands Intermediate, Lepperton School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Tarurutangi?
- 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 Tarurutangi?
- The postcode for Tarurutangi is 4386.
- What is the population of Tarurutangi?
- Tarurutangi has 996 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Tarurutangi?
- The estimated median property value in Tarurutangi is $838K. Median weekly rent is $393/week.
- Where is Tarurutangi?
- Tarurutangi is in New Plymouth, Taranaki, New Zealand.
- Is Tarurutangi a good place to live?
- Tarurutangi scores 45/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Tarurutangi
Schools in zone for Tarurutangi
Children living in Tarurutangi have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Inglewood High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 544 · decile 7
Bell Block School
Full Primary · roll 445 · decile 5
Highlands Intermediate
Intermediate · roll 710 · decile 7
Lepperton School
Full Primary · roll 124 · decile 9
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Tarurutangi. 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 Tarurutangi that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Mangorei School
Full Primary · roll 280 · decile 10 · 5.0 km away
Shops in Tarurutangi
Shops(1)
Classic Furniture Finishers
Beauty & Fitness in Tarurutangi
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Tarurutangi Weather
Current conditions: 1.6°C, few clouds
| 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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