- Est. Median Value
- $714K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $200/wk
- Safety Score
- 10/100
- Green Space
- 78%
- Current Weather
- 8.1°C
- Median Age
- 44 yrs
~116 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Waihau Bay
Is Waihau Bay a good place to live?
Waihau Bay is home to roughly 1,881 people across 182.7 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Waihau Bay scores 30 out of 100, with a safety score of 10/100 and 78% green space.
Housing: The estimated median value is around $714K, and weekly rent typically sits around $200.
Lifestyle: Waihau Bay has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 8.1°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.
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Livability Breakdown
- Safety10
- Amenities10
- Schools0
- Housing Affordability53
- Green space100
- Community10
- Transport30
Some dimensions are still pending data: schoolQuality.
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $714K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $200/wk
- Median HH Income
- $52K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +29.8%
- 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
- What is the postcode for Waihau Bay?
- The postcode for Waihau Bay is 3199.
- What is the population of Waihau Bay?
- Waihau Bay has 1,881 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Waihau Bay?
- The estimated median property value in Waihau Bay is $714K. Median weekly rent is $200/week.
- Where is Waihau Bay?
- Waihau Bay is in Ōpōtiki, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand.
- Is Waihau Bay a good place to live?
- Waihau Bay scores 30/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Explore Waihau Bay
Things to do(1)
East Coast Sportfishing Charters & Accommodation
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.
Eat & Drink in Waihau Bay
Places to eat & drink(2)
Kitchen Kaos
Kitchen khaos
Beauty & Fitness in Waihau Bay
Beauty & fitness(1)
East Coast Sportfishing Charters & Accommodation
Stay in Waihau Bay
Places to stay(3)
Maraehako camping ground
Wairau Bay Inn camping
Waihau Bay Lodge
Waihau Bay Weather
Current conditions: 8.1°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 20.9 | 14.56 | 10.35 | 9.38 |
| ☀️ Feb | 20.47 | 13.81 | 10.85 | 9.03 |
| 🍂 Mar | 19.18 | 11.16 | 4.97 | 10.33 |
| 🍂 Apr | 17.58 | 11.31 | 6.82 | 8.03 |
| 🍂 May | 14.74 | 8.39 | 11.22 | 7.17 |
| ❄️ Jun | 13.55 | 8.1 | 9.59 | 6.21 |
| ❄️ Jul | 12.68 | 5.42 | 6.4 | 7.3 |
| ❄️ Aug | 12.48 | 4.68 | 8.41 | 8.16 |
| 🌸 Sep | 14.71 | 7.64 | 11.26 | 9.44 |
| 🌸 Oct | 15.9 | 8.86 | 9.35 | 9.42 |
| 🌸 Nov | 17.9 | 10.17 | 5.73 | 10.35 |
| ☀️ Dec | 20.28 | 13.5 | 9.28 | 10.33 |
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