- Est. Median Value
- $565K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $415/wk
- Safety Score
- 45/100
- Green Space
- 25%
- Current Weather
- 8.9°C
- Median Age
- 37 yrs
~80 crimes/1k/yr
broken clouds
Living in Tikipunga
Tikipunga is a northwestern Whangarei suburb around 5 km from the CBD, on the rising land towards the Tutukaka Coast. It's a settled residential suburb with around 5,500 residents and one major drawcard for visitors: Whangarei Falls, the 26-metre cascade that is one of Northland's best-known waterfalls.
Whangarei Falls on Ngunguru Road is the local landmark, accessible via a short walking track from a roadside carpark. Free, easy, and one of those rare attractions that genuinely lives up to the postcards. The Hātea River Loop track from the falls connects walkers into the wider Whangarei walking network.
The Tikipunga shops on Paramount Parade are the local commercial hub: the Countdown Tikipunga, The Doctors Tikipunga, the Tikipunga Library, the Tikipunga Pharmacy and a row of takeaways. Te Whareora o Tikipunga is the local Māori health provider, well-established and serving the wider catchment.
Tikipunga High School (state co-ed secondary) is on Corks Road. Tikipunga School and Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Te Rāwhitiroa handle the primary catchments. Most homes are 1970s and 1980s on rolling sections, with newer infill housing arriving steadily. The kind of suburb where the waterfall is the postcard but the rugby club is the social calendar.
Is Tikipunga a good place to live?
Tikipunga is home to roughly 7,728 people across 13.3 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Tikipunga scores 56 out of 100, with a safety score of 45/100 and 25% green space.
Schools: Tikipunga has 20 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 $565K, and weekly rent typically sits around $415.
Lifestyle: Tikipunga has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 8.9°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Tikipunga 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
- Safety45
- Amenities92
- Schools40
- Housing Affordability66
- Green space82
- Community22
- Transport13
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $565K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $415/wk
- Median HH Income
- $65K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +31.2%
- 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
- Where is Tikipunga?
- Tikipunga is a northwestern Whangarei suburb around 5 km from the central city, on the road towards Ngunguru and the Tutukaka Coast. It borders Kamo (west) and Glenbervie (north).
- Where is Whangarei Falls?
- Whangarei Falls is in Tikipunga, on Ngunguru Road, around 5 km northwest of central Whangarei. The 26-metre cascade is accessible via a short walking track from a roadside carpark. Free public access daily.
- What is Countdown Tikipunga?
- Countdown Tikipunga on Paramount Parade is the main supermarket serving the suburb, the most-searched local destination. Standard Countdown supermarket with deli, bakery, butchery and the typical product range.
- What schools are in Tikipunga?
- Tikipunga High School (state co-ed secondary) is on Corks Road. Tikipunga School (state co-ed primary) and Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Te Rāwhitiroa handle the primary and te reo Māori-medium catchments.
- How do I get from Whangarei CBD to Tikipunga?
- By car, around 8 to 12 minutes via Bank Street and Kamo Road. Bus services run regularly from the Whangarei central interchange to Tikipunga via Paramount Parade.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Tikipunga
Schools in zone for Tikipunga
Children living in Tikipunga have a guaranteed right to enrol at these school, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Tikipunga Primary School
Contributing · roll 326 · decile 1
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Other nearby schools
Schools close to Tikipunga that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Tikipunga High School
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 372 · decile 1 · 0.3 km away
TKKM o Te Rawhiti Roa
Composite · roll 189 · 0.8 km away
Totara Grove School
Contributing · roll 282 · decile 2 · 1.5 km away
Te Kura O Otangarei
Full Primary · roll 87 · decile 1 · 1.6 km away
Glenbervie School
Contributing · roll 229 · decile 8 · 1.7 km away
Te Kamo Intermediate School
Intermediate · roll 622 · decile 5 · 2.3 km away
Whau Valley School
Contributing · roll 315 · decile 2 · 2.4 km away
Te Kamo High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 818 · decile 4 · 2.5 km away
St Francis Xavier Catholic School (Whangarei)
Contributing · roll 457 · decile 6 · 2.6 km away
Whangarei Adventist Christian School
Full Primary · roll 30 · decile 3 · 2.6 km away
Te Kamo School
Contributing · roll 398 · decile 5 · 3.1 km away
Excellere College
Composite · roll 362 · 3.3 km away
Huanui College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 359 · 3.3 km away
Whangārei Girls' High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 1540 · decile 4 · 3.5 km away
Whangārei Boys' High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 1464 · decile 4 · 3.8 km away
Hurupaki School
Contributing · roll 320 · decile 8 · 3.8 km away
Whangarei School
Contributing · roll 461 · decile 4 · 3.9 km away
Whangarei Intermediate
Intermediate · roll 528 · decile 4 · 4.5 km away
Te Kāpehu Whetū
Composite · roll 172 · 4.9 km away
Explore Tikipunga
Things to do(4)
Elevate
Tikipunga Sports Complex
Whangarei Scenic Reserve
AH Reed Park
Parks & green spaces(2)
Whangarei Scenic Reserve
AH Reed Park
Healthcare(4)
Paramount Medical Center
Doctor Physio and Podiatry
Unichem
Tikipunga Medical Centre
Eat & Drink in Tikipunga
Places to eat & drink(12)
Totara Cafe
Delight Indian Restaurant
Tiki Bake
Untys Bistro
Relish Cafe
Daily Catch Fish and Chip
Sudha’s Fastfood Takeaway
Crusto’s
D'nari FOODS
Town Pizza
Tikipunga Bake House
Banh Mi House
Tradies & Services in Tikipunga
Tradies & services(7)
Educare Tikipunga
Educare Totara Park
Gardens for You
Greenmead Landscaping
Inspired Minds Early Learning Centre
Onsite Automotive
Pro Spouting Limited
Shops in Tikipunga
Shops(7)
Big Ks cheese
Cadenshae
Countdown
Liquorland Tikipunga
Super Liquor
The Butcher Shoppe
Tikipunga Fresh Foods
Beauty & Fitness in Tikipunga
Beauty & fitness(9)
Behind the Mirror Hair Salon
Elevate
Freestyle Hair DeSign
LashScape Whg
Lucy Roberts Massage and Skin
Tikipunga Sports Complex
Torture Kings Ltd
Zipncrafty
Zoe Nail Studio
Professional Services in Tikipunga
Professional services(2)
Henry's Handyman Services
Mini Digger Hire & Works
Stay in Tikipunga
Places to stay(1)
Whangarei Holiday Houses
Tikipunga Weather
Current conditions: 8.9°C, broken clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 22.55 | 16.2 | 6.67 | 10.22 |
| ☀️ Feb | 22.97 | 15.12 | 6.26 | 10.44 |
| 🍂 Mar | 21.49 | 12.62 | 0.83 | 10.2 |
| 🍂 Apr | 19.68 | 13.32 | 4.43 | 8.19 |
| 🍂 May | 16.86 | 10.92 | 3.93 | 8.07 |
| ❄️ Jun | 15.35 | 9.35 | 3.67 | 6.96 |
| ❄️ Jul | 14.46 | 8.25 | 4.2 | 7.54 |
| ❄️ Aug | 14.57 | 7.25 | 2.83 | 8.14 |
| 🌸 Sep | 16.56 | 9.44 | 2.59 | 9.26 |
| 🌸 Oct | 17.45 | 10.5 | 4.43 | 10.28 |
| 🌸 Nov | 19.52 | 11.27 | 2.73 | 11.03 |
| ☀️ Dec | 22.67 | 14.61 | 3.43 | 11.02 |
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