- Est. Median Value
- $869K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $500/wk
- Safety Score
- 60/100
- Green Space
- 23%
- Current Weather
- 11.7°C
- Median Age
- 53 yrs
~65 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Waikanae Beach
Is Waikanae Beach a good place to live?
Waikanae Beach is home to roughly 3,249 people across 4.5 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Waikanae Beach scores 54 out of 100, with a safety score of 60/100 and 23% green space.
Schools: Waikanae Beach has 6 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 $869K, and weekly rent typically sits around $500.
Lifestyle: Waikanae Beach has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 11.7°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Waikanae 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.
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Livability Breakdown
- Safety60
- Amenities48
- Schools67
- Housing Affordability43
- Green space75
- Community56
- Transport40
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $869K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $500/wk
- Median HH Income
- $90K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- 0.0%
- 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 Waikanae Beach?
- Children living in Waikanae Beach are in zone for Paraparaumu College, Our Lady of Kapiti School, Waikanae School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Waikanae 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 Waikanae Beach?
- The postcode for Waikanae Beach is 5036.
- What is the population of Waikanae Beach?
- Waikanae Beach has 3,249 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Waikanae Beach?
- The estimated median property value in Waikanae Beach is $869K. Median weekly rent is $500/week.
- Where is Waikanae Beach?
- Waikanae Beach is in Kapiti Coast, Wellington, New Zealand.
- Is Waikanae Beach a good place to live?
- Waikanae Beach scores 54/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Waikanae Beach
Schools in zone for Waikanae Beach
Children living in Waikanae Beach have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Paraparaumu College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 1515 · decile 5
Our Lady of Kapiti School
Full Primary · roll 297 · decile 7
Waikanae School
Full Primary · roll 456 · decile 7
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Waikanae 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 Waikanae Beach that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Kapakapanui School
Full Primary · roll 498 · decile 9 · 3.0 km away
Kenakena School
Full Primary · roll 519 · decile 7 · 3.0 km away
Paraparaumu Beach School
Full Primary · roll 463 · decile 7 · 3.3 km away
Explore Waikanae Beach
Things to do(4)
Coast Tennis
Waikanae Beach Tennis Club
Kapiti Cycling Club
Charis O'Connor Theatre Arts
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 Waikanae Beach
Places to eat & drink(8)
Long Beach Tavern
Hendrix Espresso Cafe & Lifestyle Store
The General McArthur
Waikanae Beach Takeaways
Drift Cafe
The Front Room
Waimea
Olde Beach Bakery
Tradies & Services in Waikanae Beach
Tradies & services(4)
Blue's Contracting
Lawn Pro Solutions
SB Group Limited
Waikanae Beach Kids
Shops in Waikanae Beach
Shops(4)
Diane Connal
Four Square Waikanae Beach
HENDRIX Lifestyle Store
Pepper and Pearls
Beauty & Fitness in Waikanae Beach
Beauty & fitness(6)
Beach Botanicals Waikanae Beach
Charis O'Connor Theatre Arts
Coast Tennis
Kapiti Cycling Club
Renee McNeil Salon
Waikanae Beach Tennis Club
Professional Services in Waikanae Beach
Professional services(2)
BNI Kapiti Coast, NZ
Touch Advertising Ltd
Waikanae Beach Weather
Current conditions: 11.7°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 21.02 | 15.08 | 2.69 | 11.35 |
| ☀️ Feb | 19.79 | 14.99 | 4.52 | 10.75 |
| 🍂 Mar | 17.86 | 12.46 | 3.9 | 9.91 |
| 🍂 Apr | 17.12 | 11.58 | 6.67 | 8.07 |
| 🍂 May | 14.95 | 9.77 | 6.68 | 7.18 |
| ❄️ Jun | 13.61 | 8.06 | 2.99 | 6.77 |
| ❄️ Jul | 12.32 | 7.05 | 4.33 | 6.35 |
| ❄️ Aug | 11.84 | 7.16 | 5.96 | 7.58 |
| 🌸 Sep | 13.8 | 8.94 | 4.6 | 8.76 |
| 🌸 Oct | 14.79 | 9.74 | 4.9 | 10.02 |
| 🌸 Nov | 16.44 | 11.31 | 3.93 | 11.07 |
| ☀️ Dec | 18.59 | 13.7 | 4.38 | 10.66 |
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