- Est. Median Value
- $760K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $280/wk
- Safety Score
- 35/100
- Green Space
- 55%
- Current Weather
- 6.2°C
- Median Age
- 35 yrs
~90 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Wainui
Is Wainui a good place to live?
Wainui is home to roughly 1,515 people across 53.2 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Wainui scores 43 out of 100, with a safety score of 35/100 and 55% green space.
Schools: Wainui has 5 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 $760K, and weekly rent typically sits around $280.
Lifestyle: Wainui has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 6.2°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Wainui 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
- Safety35
- Amenities10
- Schools56
- Housing Affordability49
- Green space100
- Community56
- Transport30
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $760K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $280/wk
- Median HH Income
- $91K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +1.0%
- 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 Wainui?
- Children living in Wainui are in zone for Trident High School, Whakatane High School, Ōhope Beach School, Whakatane Intermediate. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Wainui?
- 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 Wainui?
- The postcode for Wainui is 3198.
- What is the population of Wainui?
- Wainui has 1,515 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Wainui?
- The estimated median property value in Wainui is $760K. Median weekly rent is $280/week.
- Where is Wainui?
- Wainui is in Whakatane, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand.
- Is Wainui a good place to live?
- Wainui scores 43/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Wainui
Schools in zone for Wainui
Children living in Wainui have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Trident High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 858 · decile 4
Whakatane High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 1269 · decile 3
Ōhope Beach School
Contributing · roll 208 · decile 8
Whakatane Intermediate
Intermediate · roll 584 · decile 3
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Wainui. 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 Wainui that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Kutarere School
Full Primary · roll 18 · decile 1 · 4.8 km away
Explore Wainui
Things to do(1)
Wainui Spring Water: Puna Manawa Whenua
Parks & green spaces(1)
Wainui Spring Water: Puna Manawa Whenua
Healthcare
Pharmacies and clinics for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Eat & Drink in Wainui
Places to eat & drink(2)
Tio Ōhiwa Oysters & Takeaways
Ohiwa Macadamias
Shops in Wainui
Shops(2)
9 Senses Wellness Retreat
Oli Valenti
Wainui Weather
Current conditions: 6.2°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 22.35 | 15.32 | 7.71 | 9.97 |
| ☀️ Feb | 22.41 | 14.25 | 8.38 | 9.47 |
| 🍂 Mar | 20.95 | 10.81 | 3.32 | 10.38 |
| 🍂 Apr | 19.08 | 10.79 | 4.27 | 8.52 |
| 🍂 May | 15.94 | 8.06 | 7.79 | 7.56 |
| ❄️ Jun | 14.71 | 7.29 | 6.46 | 7.06 |
| ❄️ Jul | 13.97 | 4.07 | 3.45 | 7.29 |
| ❄️ Aug | 14.02 | 3.39 | 3.54 | 8.3 |
| 🌸 Sep | 16.59 | 6.53 | 6.39 | 9.37 |
| 🌸 Oct | 17.94 | 8.36 | 4.75 | 10.28 |
| 🌸 Nov | 19.78 | 10.46 | 3.91 | 10.96 |
| ☀️ Dec | 22.28 | 13.95 | 6.04 | 10.74 |
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