- Est. Median Value
- $623K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $420/wk
- Safety Score
- 28/100
- Green Space
- 2%
- Current Weather
- 11.9°C
- Median Age
- 36 yrs
~97 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Te Matawera Bay
Is Te Matawera Bay a good place to live?
Te Matawera Bay is home to roughly 1,332 people across 0.6 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Te Matawera Bay scores 36 out of 100, with a safety score of 28/100 and 2% green space.
Schools: Te Matawera Bay has 9 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 $623K, and weekly rent typically sits around $420.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 11.9°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Te Matawera Bay 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
- Safety28
- Amenities40
- Schools49
- Housing Affordability60
- Green space10
- Community33
- Transport30
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $623K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $420/wk
- Median HH Income
- $77K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +8.6%
- 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 Te Matawera Bay?
- Children living in Te Matawera Bay are in zone for Rotorua Boys' High School, Rotorua Girls' High School, John Paul College. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Te Matawera Bay?
- 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 population of Te Matawera Bay?
- Te Matawera Bay has 1,332 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Te Matawera Bay?
- The estimated median property value in Te Matawera Bay is $623K. Median weekly rent is $420/week.
- Where is Te Matawera Bay?
- Te Matawera Bay is in Rotorua, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand.
- Is Te Matawera Bay a good place to live?
- Te Matawera Bay scores 36/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Te Matawera Bay
Schools in zone for Te Matawera Bay
Children living in Te Matawera Bay have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Rotorua Boys' High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 1176 · decile 3
Rotorua Girls' High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 662
John Paul College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 1103 · decile 7
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Te Matawera Bay. 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 Te Matawera Bay that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
TKKM o Ruamata
Composite · roll 287 · decile 3 · 0.4 km away
Rotokawa School
Contributing · roll 163 · decile 4 · 1.1 km away
Te Wharekura o Ngāti Rongomai
Composite · roll 99 · decile 2 · 2.8 km away
Rotorua Lakes High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 640 · decile 5 · 4.6 km away
Mokoia Intermediate
Intermediate · roll 337 · decile 5 · 4.8 km away
Owhata School
Contributing · roll 213 · decile 2 · 4.8 km away
Te Matawera Bay Weather
Current conditions: 11.9°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 21.99 | 14.39 | 193.1 | 10.28 |
| ☀️ Feb | 21.31 | 14.69 | 174 | 9.29 |
| 🍂 Mar | 19.3 | 11.98 | 106.57 | 9.79 |
| 🍂 Apr | 17.29 | 11.1 | 89.37 | 8.04 |
| 🍂 May | 14.27 | 8.7 | 221.5 | 7.09 |
| ❄️ Jun | 12.37 | 7.55 | 167.6 | 6.47 |
| ❄️ Jul | 11.6 | 6.24 | 183.67 | 6.29 |
| ❄️ Aug | 12.17 | 5.54 | 101 | 7.49 |
| 🌸 Sep | 13.85 | 7.32 | 165.17 | 8.28 |
| 🌸 Oct | 15.84 | 8.64 | 158.17 | 9.24 |
| 🌸 Nov | 17.83 | 10.88 | 155.83 | 10.06 |
| ☀️ Dec | 20.62 | 13.45 | 172.17 | 10.14 |
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