- Est. Median Value
- $670K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $250/wk
- Safety Score
- 45/100
- Green Space
- 0%
- Current Weather
- 6.5°C
- Median Age
- 36 yrs
overcast clouds
Living in Waihau Bay
Is Waihau Bay a good place to live?
Waihau Bay is home to roughly 1,995 people across 21.7 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Waihau Bay scores 32 out of 100, with a safety score of 45/100 and 0% green space.
Housing: The estimated median value is around $670K, and weekly rent typically sits around $250.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 6.5°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Waihau 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
- Safety45
- Amenities20
- Schools0
- Housing Affordability56
- Green space10
- Community56
- Transport10
Some dimensions are still pending data: schoolQuality.
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $670K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $250/wk
- Median HH Income
- $80K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +10.1%
- 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the postcode for Waihau Bay?
- The postcode for Waihau Bay is 4073.
- What is the population of Waihau Bay?
- Waihau Bay has 1,995 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Waihau Bay?
- The estimated median property value in Waihau Bay is $670K. Median weekly rent is $250/week.
- Where is Waihau Bay?
- Waihau Bay is in Gisborne, New Zealand.
- Is Waihau Bay a good place to live?
- Waihau Bay scores 32/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Waihau Bay Weather
Current conditions: 6.5°C, overcast clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 21.36 | 15.97 | 6.5 | 9.98 |
| ☀️ Feb | 21.92 | 15.32 | 6.58 | 10.07 |
| 🍂 Mar | 20.61 | 13.07 | 1.98 | 10.58 |
| 🍂 Apr | 19.09 | 12.76 | 2.14 | 8.11 |
| 🍂 May | 16.33 | 10.38 | 3.64 | 7.65 |
| ❄️ Jun | 14.68 | 9.68 | 6.91 | 6.02 |
| ❄️ Jul | 13.88 | 7.1 | 4.27 | 7.1 |
| ❄️ Aug | 14.02 | 6.62 | 2.07 | 8.31 |
| 🌸 Sep | 17.28 | 8.77 | 4.05 | 9.97 |
| 🌸 Oct | 17.98 | 10.08 | 2.98 | 10.28 |
| 🌸 Nov | 19.03 | 11.93 | 4.68 | 10.45 |
| ☀️ Dec | 22.3 | 14.88 | 5.21 | 10.46 |
Waihau Bay Community
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