- Est. Median Value
- $498K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $259/wk
- Safety Score
- 40/100
- Green Space
- 24%
- Current Weather
- 4.3°C
- Median Age
- 46 yrs
~85 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Waiinu Beach
Is Waiinu Beach a good place to live?
Waiinu Beach is home to roughly 1,407 people across 27.8 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Waiinu Beach scores 49 out of 100, with a safety score of 40/100 and 24% green space.
Schools: Waiinu Beach 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 $498K, and weekly rent typically sits around $259.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 4.3°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Waiinu Beach 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
- Safety40
- Amenities27
- Schools71
- Housing Affordability75
- Green space81
- Community33
- Transport21
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $498K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $259/wk
- Median HH Income
- $92K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +8.8%
- 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
- Which schools are in zone for Waiinu Beach?
- Children living in Waiinu Beach are in zone for Whanganui Collegiate School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Waiinu Beach?
- 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 Waiinu Beach?
- The postcode for Waiinu Beach is 4588.
- What is the population of Waiinu Beach?
- Waiinu Beach has 1,407 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Waiinu Beach?
- The estimated median property value in Waiinu Beach is $498K. Median weekly rent is $259/week.
- Where is Waiinu Beach?
- Waiinu Beach is in South Taranaki, Taranaki, New Zealand.
- Is Waiinu Beach a good place to live?
- Waiinu Beach scores 49/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Waiinu Beach
Schools in zone for Waiinu Beach
Children living in Waiinu Beach have a guaranteed right to enrol at these school, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Whanganui Collegiate School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 372 · decile 9
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School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Waiinu Beach. 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 Waiinu Beach that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Waitotara School
Full Primary · roll 42 · decile 3 · 4.5 km away
Waiinu Beach Weather
Current conditions: 4.3°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 21.63 | 15.04 | 5.19 | 10.96 |
| ☀️ Feb | 20.71 | 14.49 | 3.31 | 10.75 |
| 🍂 Mar | 18.85 | 12.39 | 2.47 | 10.25 |
| 🍂 Apr | 18.3 | 11.57 | 3.64 | 8.66 |
| 🍂 May | 15.63 | 9.77 | 3.57 | 7.39 |
| ❄️ Jun | 14.09 | 8.17 | 1.87 | 7.75 |
| ❄️ Jul | 12.93 | 7.66 | 2.94 | 7.11 |
| ❄️ Aug | 12.69 | 6.69 | 3.91 | 7.94 |
| 🌸 Sep | 14.65 | 9.03 | 3.88 | 9.38 |
| 🌸 Oct | 15.9 | 9.86 | 3.35 | 10.39 |
| 🌸 Nov | 16.92 | 11.18 | 2.95 | 10.74 |
| ☀️ Dec | 19.88 | 14.01 | 2.73 | 11.21 |
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