- Est. Median Value
- $670K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $250/wk
- Safety Score
- 43/100
- Green Space
- 35%
- Current Weather
- 11.2°C
- Median Age
- 36 yrs
~82 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Waimatā
Is Waimatā a good place to live?
Waimatā is home to roughly 267 people across 415.8 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Waimatā scores 44 out of 100, with a safety score of 43/100 and 35% green space.
Schools: Waimatā 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 $670K, and weekly rent typically sits around $250.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 11.2°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Waimatā 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
- Safety43
- Amenities20
- Schools47
- Housing Affordability56
- Green space100
- Community56
- Transport10
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $670K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $250/wk
- Median HH Income
- $80K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +10.1%
- 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 Waimatā?
- Children living in Waimatā are in zone for Campion College, Tolaga Bay Area School, Whangara School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Waimatā?
- 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 Waimatā?
- The postcode for Waimatā is 4010.
- What is the population of Waimatā?
- Waimatā has 267 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Waimatā?
- The estimated median property value in Waimatā is $670K. Median weekly rent is $250/week.
- Where is Waimatā?
- Waimatā is in Gisborne, New Zealand.
- Is Waimatā a good place to live?
- Waimatā scores 44/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Waimatā
Schools in zone for Waimatā
Children living in Waimatā have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Campion College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 489 · decile 6
Tolaga Bay Area School
Composite · roll 243 · decile 1
Whangara School
Full Primary · roll 85 · decile 4
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Waimatā. 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.
Waimatā Weather
Current conditions: 11.2°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 20.98 | 14.57 | 7.8 | 9.71 |
| ☀️ Feb | 21.83 | 14.07 | 8.46 | 9.83 |
| 🍂 Mar | 19.96 | 11.63 | 2.12 | 10.44 |
| 🍂 Apr | 18.28 | 11.23 | 2.84 | 8.03 |
| 🍂 May | 15.4 | 9.03 | 3.8 | 7.41 |
| ❄️ Jun | 13.6 | 8.13 | 7.76 | 5.54 |
| ❄️ Jul | 12.82 | 5.99 | 4.43 | 6.95 |
| ❄️ Aug | 13.14 | 5.58 | 2.46 | 8.26 |
| 🌸 Sep | 16.71 | 7.69 | 4.4 | 9.73 |
| 🌸 Oct | 17.5 | 9.1 | 3.76 | 10.04 |
| 🌸 Nov | 18.8 | 11.01 | 4.79 | 10.2 |
| ☀️ Dec | 22.2 | 14.27 | 5.85 | 10.24 |
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