- Est. Median Value
- $939K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $405/wk
- Safety Score
- 86/100
- Green Space
- 72%
- Current Weather
- 4.9°C
- Median Age
- 44 yrs
~39 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Waitākere
Is Waitākere a good place to live?
Waitākere is home to roughly 3,072 people across 65.2 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Waitākere scores 62 out of 100, with a safety score of 86/100 and 72% green space.
Schools: Waitākere 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 $939K, and weekly rent typically sits around $405.
Lifestyle: Waitākere has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 4.9°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Waitākere 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
- Safety86
- Amenities48
- Schools54
- Housing Affordability40
- Green space100
- Community89
- Transport31
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $939K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $405/wk
- Median HH Income
- $122K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- -1.6%
- 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 Waitākere?
- Children living in Waitākere are in zone for Waitakere School, Waitakere College. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Waitākere?
- 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 Waitākere?
- The postcode for Waitākere is 0614.
- What is the population of Waitākere?
- Waitākere has 3,072 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Waitākere?
- The estimated median property value in Waitākere is $939K. Median weekly rent is $405/week.
- Where is Waitākere?
- Waitākere is in Auckland, New Zealand.
- Is Waitākere a good place to live?
- Waitākere scores 62/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Waitākere
Schools in zone for Waitākere
Children living in Waitākere have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Waitakere School
Full Primary · roll 404 · decile 5
Waitakere College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 2004
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Waitākere. 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.
Rubbish & Recycling
- Rubbish collection
- Monday (weekly)
- Recycling & organics
- Monday (fortnightly, Week 2)
- Next recycling
- 3 August
Check your exact collection days on the Auckland Council tool →
Rubbish bin
Non-recyclable general waste. Put out every Monday.
Recycling bin
Paper, cardboard, glass bottles & jars, metal cans, rigid plastic containers. Put out every second Monday.
Food scraps bin
All food scraps and garden organics. Collected every second Monday alongside recycling.
Bin lid colours may vary in some older North Shore and Waitakere properties. The identifying colour is on the lid: rubbish (red), recycling (yellow), food scraps (green).
Collection data sourced from Auckland Council.
Explore Waitākere
Things to do(5)
Goldie Bush Scenic Reserve
Vibe Dance Studio
Mokoroa Falls, Waitakere
Pae o Te Rangi Regional Park
Woodlands Park
Parks & green spaces(4)
Goldie Bush Scenic Reserve
Mokoroa Falls, Waitakere
Pae o Te Rangi Regional Park
Woodlands Park
Healthcare
Pharmacies and clinics for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Eat & Drink in Waitākere
Places to eat & drink(4)
Waitakere Golf Club Kitchen
Yoghurt Story Westcity
The Coffee Belt
Bethells beach cafe - official
Tradies & Services in Waitākere
Tradies & services(6)
Aaron Concrete Cutting
AJ Gates
Galaxie Drainage
Supreme Green Lawn and Property Maintenance
Totally Amped Electrical
Zen Arbor Care
Shops in Waitākere
Shops(6)
Apollo Farm NZ
Bendon Outlet
Chris Gillott Furniture Maker & Restorer
Garden on the Hill
Green Trading
Kick Plug NZ
Beauty & Fitness in Waitākere
Beauty & fitness(4)
Szizzers Hair Studio
Tui and Moon Botanicals
Vibe Dance Studio
Zash Hair
Stay in Waitākere
Places to stay(1)
Bush Sand And Sea Bed & Breakfast - Bethells Beach, Auckland New Zealand
Waitākere Weather
Current conditions: 4.9°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 22.33 | 16.54 | 6.81 | 10.38 |
| ☀️ Feb | 22 | 15.59 | 6.31 | 10.48 |
| 🍂 Mar | 19.92 | 13.91 | 2.97 | 10.21 |
| 🍂 Apr | 18.97 | 13.62 | 3.38 | 8.51 |
| 🍂 May | 16.35 | 11.33 | 5.43 | 7.81 |
| ❄️ Jun | 14.91 | 10.08 | 3.8 | 7.35 |
| ❄️ Jul | 13.92 | 8.72 | 5.1 | 7.31 |
| ❄️ Aug | 13.93 | 7.79 | 3.07 | 8.42 |
| 🌸 Sep | 15.57 | 10.36 | 4.58 | 9.39 |
| 🌸 Oct | 16.75 | 10.94 | 4.38 | 10.29 |
| 🌸 Nov | 18.16 | 12.17 | 3.19 | 11.26 |
| ☀️ Dec | 21.01 | 14.69 | 4.28 | 11.41 |
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