- Est. Median Value
- $640K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $250/wk
- Safety Score
- 48/100
- Green Space
- 47%
- Current Weather
- -0.8°C
- Median Age
- 44 yrs
~77 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Waimangu
Is Waimangu a good place to live?
Waimangu is home to roughly 85 people across 47.6 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Waimangu scores 46 out of 100, with a safety score of 48/100 and 47% green space.
Schools: Waimangu has 3 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 $640K, and weekly rent typically sits around $250.
Lifestyle: Waimangu has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. Public transport stops are within easy reach. The current temperature is -0.8°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Waimangu 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
- Safety48
- Amenities10
- Schools49
- Housing Affordability59
- Green space100
- Community44
- Transport10
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $640K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $250/wk
- Median HH Income
- $103K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- -0.6%
- 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 Waimangu?
- Children living in Waimangu are in zone for Rotorua Boys' High School, Rotorua Girls' High School, John Paul College. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Waimangu?
- 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 Waimangu?
- The postcode for Waimangu is 3073.
- How much do houses cost in Waimangu?
- The estimated median property value in Waimangu is $640K. Median weekly rent is $250/week.
- Where is Waimangu?
- Waimangu is in Rotorua, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand.
- Is Waimangu a good place to live?
- Waimangu scores 46/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Waimangu
Schools in zone for Waimangu
Children living in Waimangu have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Rotorua Boys' High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 1176 · decile 3
Rotorua Girls' High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 662
John Paul College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 1103 · decile 7
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Waimangu. 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.
Explore Waimangu
Things to do(3)
Waimangu Volcanic & Thermal Valley
Hot Water Beach
Dirt World Pukemara
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 Waimangu
Places to eat & drink(2)
Waimangu Local Store & Cafe
Waimangu Local Store & Café
Beauty & Fitness in Waimangu
Beauty & fitness(1)
Dirt World Pukemara
Stay in Waimangu
Places to stay(2)
Hot Water Beach Campsite
Lake Okaro Campsite
Waimangu Weather
Current conditions: -0.8°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 22.15 | 12.36 | 4.19 | 10.32 |
| ☀️ Feb | 21.19 | 12.69 | 5.55 | 9.53 |
| 🍂 Mar | 18.97 | 9.58 | 3.01 | 9.89 |
| 🍂 Apr | 16.77 | 8.9 | 1.86 | 8.03 |
| 🍂 May | 13.57 | 6.43 | 4.64 | 6.94 |
| ❄️ Jun | 11.53 | 5.39 | 4.7 | 6.07 |
| ❄️ Jul | 10.68 | 3.93 | 4.33 | 6.23 |
| ❄️ Aug | 11.36 | 3.25 | 2.66 | 7.39 |
| 🌸 Sep | 13.32 | 5.3 | 4.83 | 8.42 |
| 🌸 Oct | 15.39 | 6.45 | 4.39 | 9.45 |
| 🌸 Nov | 17.57 | 8.8 | 4.45 | 10.38 |
| ☀️ Dec | 20.44 | 11.47 | 4.35 | 10.04 |
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