- Est. Median Value
- $579K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $350/wk
- Safety Score
- 58/100
- Green Space
- 97%
- Current Weather
- 11.0°C
- Median Age
- 53 yrs
~67 crimes/1k/yr
few clouds
Living in Waitaia Bay
Is Waitaia Bay a good place to live?
Waitaia Bay is home to roughly 2,079 people across 6.5 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Waitaia Bay scores 51 out of 100, with a safety score of 58/100 and 97% green space.
Schools: Waitaia Bay has 1 school 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 $579K, and weekly rent typically sits around $350.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 11.0°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Waitaia Bay 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
- Safety58
- Amenities35
- Schools48
- Housing Affordability65
- Green space100
- Community44
- Transport20
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $579K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $350/wk
- Median HH Income
- $65K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +29.1%
- 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 Waitaia Bay?
- Children living in Waitaia Bay are in zone for Te Rerenga School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Waitaia Bay?
- 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 Waitaia Bay?
- The postcode for Waitaia Bay is 3592.
- What is the population of Waitaia Bay?
- Waitaia Bay has 2,079 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Waitaia Bay?
- The estimated median property value in Waitaia Bay is $579K. Median weekly rent is $350/week.
- Where is Waitaia Bay?
- Waitaia Bay is in Thames-Coromandel, Waikato, New Zealand.
- Is Waitaia Bay a good place to live?
- Waitaia Bay scores 51/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Waitaia Bay
Schools in zone for Waitaia Bay
Children living in Waitaia Bay have a guaranteed right to enrol at these school, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Te Rerenga School
Full Primary · roll 115 · decile 6
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Waitaia Bay. 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.
Waitaia Bay Weather
Current conditions: 11.0°C, few clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 22.27 | 17.87 | 7.22 | 9.95 |
| ☀️ Feb | 22.57 | 17.17 | 7.8 | 10.42 |
| 🍂 Mar | 21.16 | 15.31 | 1.6 | 10.54 |
| 🍂 Apr | 19.62 | 15.24 | 3.25 | 8.72 |
| 🍂 May | 17.13 | 12.58 | 4.35 | 8.12 |
| ❄️ Jun | 15.68 | 11.76 | 5.31 | 7.39 |
| ❄️ Jul | 14.82 | 9.49 | 3.46 | 7.61 |
| ❄️ Aug | 14.65 | 8.29 | 2.12 | 8.41 |
| 🌸 Sep | 16.58 | 11.06 | 3.3 | 9.81 |
| 🌸 Oct | 17.56 | 12.15 | 3.19 | 10.3 |
| 🌸 Nov | 19.68 | 13.21 | 2.43 | 11.02 |
| ☀️ Dec | 22.35 | 15.9 | 3.75 | 11.8 |
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