- Est. Median Value
- $836K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $380/wk
- Safety Score
- 53/100
- Green Space
- 13%
- Current Weather
- 0.9°C
- Median Age
- 38 yrs
~72 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Waerenga
Is Waerenga a good place to live?
Waerenga is home to roughly 1,464 people across 164.6 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Waerenga scores 38 out of 100, with a safety score of 53/100 and 13% green space.
Schools: Waerenga has 2 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 $836K, and weekly rent typically sits around $380.
Lifestyle: Waerenga has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 0.9°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Waerenga 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
- Safety53
- Amenities10
- Schools54
- Housing Affordability45
- Green space42
- Community44
- Transport20
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $836K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $380/wk
- Median HH Income
- $103K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +9.9%
- 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 Waerenga?
- Children living in Waerenga are in zone for Te Kauwhata College, Waerenga School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Waerenga?
- 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 Waerenga?
- The postcode for Waerenga is 3781.
- What is the population of Waerenga?
- Waerenga has 1,464 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Waerenga?
- The estimated median property value in Waerenga is $836K. Median weekly rent is $380/week.
- Where is Waerenga?
- Waerenga is in Waikato, New Zealand.
- Is Waerenga a good place to live?
- Waerenga scores 38/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Waerenga
Schools in zone for Waerenga
Children living in Waerenga have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Te Kauwhata College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 519 · decile 4
Waerenga School
Full Primary · roll 106 · decile 6
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Waerenga. 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.
Explore Waerenga
Things to do(1)
Waipuna Valley Cricket Club
Parks & green spaces
Parks and reserves for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Healthcare
Pharmacies and clinics for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Tradies & Services in Waerenga
Tradies & services(1)
After School Care With Ash
Beauty & Fitness in Waerenga
Beauty & fitness(2)
Beauty Loft
Waipuna Valley Cricket Club
Waerenga Weather
Current conditions: 0.9°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 23.06 | 16.23 | 7.21 | 9.72 |
| ☀️ Feb | 22.92 | 15.28 | 5.44 | 10.46 |
| 🍂 Mar | 20.2 | 12.51 | 2.95 | 9.91 |
| 🍂 Apr | 19.12 | 12.58 | 3.82 | 8.46 |
| 🍂 May | 16.24 | 9.96 | 4.83 | 7.43 |
| ❄️ Jun | 14.79 | 8.63 | 3.46 | 7.21 |
| ❄️ Jul | 13.68 | 7.49 | 4.03 | 6.95 |
| ❄️ Aug | 13.78 | 6.45 | 2.85 | 8.14 |
| 🌸 Sep | 15.94 | 9.06 | 4.92 | 9.4 |
| 🌸 Oct | 17.27 | 10.13 | 3.51 | 10.12 |
| 🌸 Nov | 19.03 | 11.7 | 3.43 | 10.73 |
| ☀️ Dec | 22.04 | 14.43 | 4.45 | 11.1 |
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