- Est. Median Value
- $491K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $150/wk
- Safety Score
- 55/100
- Green Space
- 72%
- Current Weather
- 7.5°C
- Median Age
- 42 yrs
~70 crimes/1k/yr
scattered clouds
Living in Taunoka
Is Taunoka a good place to live?
Taunoka is home to roughly 1,191 people across 132.4 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Taunoka scores 53 out of 100, with a safety score of 55/100 and 72% green space.
Schools: Taunoka 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 $491K, and weekly rent typically sits around $150.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 7.5°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Taunoka 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
- Safety55
- Amenities27
- Schools48
- Housing Affordability77
- Green space100
- Community56
- Transport21
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $491K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $150/wk
- Median HH Income
- $68K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +3.1%
- 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 Taunoka?
- Children living in Taunoka are in zone for Kai Iwi School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Taunoka?
- 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 Taunoka?
- The postcode for Taunoka is 4578.
- What is the population of Taunoka?
- Taunoka has 1,191 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Taunoka?
- The estimated median property value in Taunoka is $491K. Median weekly rent is $150/week.
- Where is Taunoka?
- Taunoka is in South Taranaki, Taranaki, New Zealand.
- Is Taunoka a good place to live?
- Taunoka scores 53/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Taunoka
Schools in zone for Taunoka
Children living in Taunoka have a guaranteed right to enrol at these school, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Kai Iwi School
Full Primary · roll 96 · decile 6
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Taunoka. 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.
Taunoka Weather
Current conditions: 7.5°C, scattered clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 21.3 | 12.64 | 5.1 | 10.21 |
| ☀️ Feb | 20.27 | 11.66 | 4.16 | 10.05 |
| 🍂 Mar | 17.78 | 8.8 | 2.95 | 9.18 |
| 🍂 Apr | 16.98 | 8.39 | 3.53 | 8.13 |
| 🍂 May | 13.84 | 6.45 | 3.69 | 6.75 |
| ❄️ Jun | 12.6 | 4.45 | 1.67 | 7.24 |
| ❄️ Jul | 11.14 | 3.95 | 2.99 | 6.15 |
| ❄️ Aug | 11.22 | 2.95 | 3.3 | 7.1 |
| 🌸 Sep | 13.69 | 5.41 | 4.69 | 8.52 |
| 🌸 Oct | 15.32 | 6.87 | 3.82 | 9.01 |
| 🌸 Nov | 17.04 | 8.64 | 3.44 | 9.45 |
| ☀️ Dec | 20.42 | 11.75 | 3.32 | 9.64 |
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