- Est. Median Value
- $635K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $320/wk
- Safety Score
- 65/100
- Green Space
- 10%
- Current Weather
- 3.7°C
- Median Age
- 38 yrs
~60 crimes/1k/yr
broken clouds
Living in Waipaoa
Is Waipaoa a good place to live?
Waipaoa is home to roughly 142 people across 51.5 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Waipaoa scores 43 out of 100, with a safety score of 65/100 and 10% green space.
Schools: Waipaoa 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 $635K, and weekly rent typically sits around $320.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 3.7°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Waipaoa 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
- Amenities20
- Schools62
- Housing Affordability59
- Green space32
- Community44
- Transport10
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $635K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $320/wk
- Median HH Income
- $92K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +14.1%
- 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 Waipaoa?
- Children living in Waipaoa are in zone for Campion College, Gisborne Intermediate. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Waipaoa?
- 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 Waipaoa?
- The postcode for Waipaoa is 4071.
- What is the population of Waipaoa?
- Waipaoa has 142 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Waipaoa?
- The estimated median property value in Waipaoa is $635K. Median weekly rent is $320/week.
- Where is Waipaoa?
- Waipaoa is in Gisborne, New Zealand.
- Is Waipaoa a good place to live?
- Waipaoa scores 43/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Waipaoa
Schools in zone for Waipaoa
Children living in Waipaoa 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
Gisborne Intermediate
Intermediate · roll 504 · decile 4
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Waipaoa. 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 Waipaoa that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Ormond School
Contributing · roll 93 · decile 7 · 2.5 km away
Waipaoa Weather
Current conditions: 3.7°C, broken clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 22.25 | 14.69 | 5.32 | 9.51 |
| ☀️ Feb | 23.28 | 14.27 | 7.49 | 9.62 |
| 🍂 Mar | 21.03 | 11.15 | 2.44 | 10.23 |
| 🍂 Apr | 19.24 | 10.47 | 2.12 | 7.95 |
| 🍂 May | 16.25 | 7.86 | 2.64 | 7.16 |
| ❄️ Jun | 14.2 | 7.23 | 7.09 | 5.49 |
| ❄️ Jul | 13.42 | 4.32 | 3.8 | 6.88 |
| ❄️ Aug | 13.69 | 4.35 | 2.41 | 8.23 |
| 🌸 Sep | 17.25 | 6.97 | 4.32 | 9.49 |
| 🌸 Oct | 18.27 | 8.98 | 2.73 | 9.89 |
| 🌸 Nov | 19.99 | 10.84 | 4.29 | 9.93 |
| ☀️ Dec | 23.25 | 14.44 | 4.87 | 9.93 |
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