- Est. Median Value
- $666K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $350/wk
- Safety Score
- 50/100
- Green Space
- 72%
- Current Weather
- 3.6°C
- Median Age
- 60 yrs
~75 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Waiomu
Is Waiomu a good place to live?
Waiomu is home to roughly 1,734 people across 2.1 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Waiomu scores 41 out of 100, with a safety score of 50/100 and 72% green space.
Schools: Waiomu 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 $666K, and weekly rent typically sits around $350.
Lifestyle: Waiomu has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 3.6°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Waiomu 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
- Safety50
- Amenities10
- Schools34
- Housing Affordability56
- Green space100
- Community33
- Transport20
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $666K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $350/wk
- Median HH Income
- $56K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +1.8%
- 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 Waiomu?
- Children living in Waiomu are in zone for Te Puru School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Waiomu?
- 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 Waiomu?
- The postcode for Waiomu is 3575.
- What is the population of Waiomu?
- Waiomu has 1,734 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Waiomu?
- The estimated median property value in Waiomu is $666K. Median weekly rent is $350/week.
- Where is Waiomu?
- Waiomu is in Thames-Coromandel, Waikato, New Zealand.
- Is Waiomu a good place to live?
- Waiomu scores 41/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Waiomu
Schools in zone for Waiomu
Children living in Waiomu have a guaranteed right to enrol at these school, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Te Puru School
Full Primary · roll 164 · decile 4
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Waiomu. 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 Waiomu that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Tapu School
Full Primary · roll 5 · decile 5 · 4.4 km away
Eat & Drink in Waiomu
Places to eat & drink(2)
Waiomu Beach Café
Waiomu Beach Cafe
Stay in Waiomu
Places to stay(1)
Seaspray Motel
Waiomu Weather
Current conditions: 3.6°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 22.67 | 17.14 | 7.46 | 9.76 |
| ☀️ Feb | 22.47 | 16.59 | 7.24 | 10.45 |
| 🍂 Mar | 20.24 | 14.34 | 2.7 | 10.05 |
| 🍂 Apr | 19.14 | 14.13 | 4.3 | 8.37 |
| 🍂 May | 16.3 | 11.68 | 5.58 | 7.67 |
| ❄️ Jun | 14.98 | 10.51 | 3.93 | 7.42 |
| ❄️ Jul | 13.73 | 9.16 | 5.22 | 7.41 |
| ❄️ Aug | 13.58 | 8.15 | 4.03 | 8.04 |
| 🌸 Sep | 15.96 | 10.76 | 4.9 | 9.32 |
| 🌸 Oct | 17.07 | 11.59 | 4.21 | 9.97 |
| 🌸 Nov | 18.93 | 13.08 | 3.1 | 11.02 |
| ☀️ Dec | 21.56 | 15.56 | 4.56 | 11.5 |
Waiomu Community
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