- Est. Median Value
- $586K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $320/wk
- Safety Score
- 65/100
- Green Space
- 4%
- Current Weather
- 8.9°C
- Median Age
- 54 yrs
~60 crimes/1k/yr
scattered clouds
Living in Waikawa Beach
Is Waikawa Beach a good place to live?
Waikawa Beach is home to roughly 879 people across 3.8 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Waikawa Beach scores 47 out of 100, with a safety score of 65/100 and 4% green space.
Schools: Waikawa 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 $586K, and weekly rent typically sits around $320.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 8.9°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Waikawa 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
- Safety65
- Amenities32
- Schools54
- Housing Affordability64
- Green space13
- Community78
- Transport20
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $586K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $320/wk
- Median HH Income
- $77K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +17.2%
- 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 Waikawa Beach?
- Children living in Waikawa Beach are in zone for Otaki College, Manakau School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Waikawa 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 Waikawa Beach?
- The postcode for Waikawa Beach is 5573.
- What is the population of Waikawa Beach?
- Waikawa Beach has 879 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Waikawa Beach?
- The estimated median property value in Waikawa Beach is $586K. Median weekly rent is $320/week.
- Where is Waikawa Beach?
- Waikawa Beach is in Horowhenua, Manawatu-Whanganui, New Zealand.
- Is Waikawa Beach a good place to live?
- Waikawa Beach scores 47/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Waikawa Beach
Schools in zone for Waikawa Beach
Children living in Waikawa Beach have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Otaki College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 428 · decile 4
Manakau School
Full Primary · roll 97 · decile 6
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Waikawa 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.
Waikawa Beach Weather
Current conditions: 8.9°C, scattered clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 22.06 | 15.69 | 3.5 | 11.2 |
| ☀️ Feb | 20.99 | 15.58 | 3.9 | 10.68 |
| 🍂 Mar | 19.08 | 12.97 | 2.98 | 9.78 |
| 🍂 Apr | 18.2 | 12.29 | 5.38 | 8.02 |
| 🍂 May | 15.91 | 10.29 | 5.34 | 7.31 |
| ❄️ Jun | 14.45 | 8.77 | 1.76 | 6.78 |
| ❄️ Jul | 13.42 | 7.6 | 3.55 | 6.61 |
| ❄️ Aug | 12.9 | 7.6 | 4.81 | 7.85 |
| 🌸 Sep | 14.91 | 9.29 | 3.3 | 9.11 |
| 🌸 Oct | 16.05 | 10.21 | 4.4 | 10.33 |
| 🌸 Nov | 17.49 | 11.84 | 2.81 | 10.81 |
| ☀️ Dec | 19.6 | 14.28 | 3.12 | 10.67 |
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