- Est. Median Value
- $940K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $600/wk
- Safety Score
- 44/100
- Green Space
- 56%
- Current Weather
- 3.6°C
- Median Age
- 37 yrs
~81 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Waitao
Is Waitao a good place to live?
Waitao is home to roughly 686 people across 30.1 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Waitao scores 47 out of 100, with a safety score of 44/100 and 56% green space.
Schools: Waitao has 7 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 $940K, and weekly rent typically sits around $600.
Lifestyle: Waitao has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 3.6°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Waitao 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
- Safety44
- Amenities14
- Schools61
- Housing Affordability40
- Green space100
- Community78
- Transport30
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $940K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $600/wk
- Median HH Income
- $119K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +15.3%
- 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 Waitao?
- Children living in Waitao are in zone for Tauranga Boys' College, Tauranga Girls' College, Tauranga Intermediate, Welcome Bay School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Waitao?
- 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 Waitao?
- The postcode for Waitao is 3175.
- What is the population of Waitao?
- Waitao has 686 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Waitao?
- The estimated median property value in Waitao is $940K. Median weekly rent is $600/week.
- Where is Waitao?
- Waitao is in Western Bay of Plenty, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand.
- Is Waitao a good place to live?
- Waitao scores 47/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Waitao
Schools in zone for Waitao
Children living in Waitao have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Tauranga Boys' College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 2327 · decile 6
Tauranga Girls' College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 1474 · decile 6
Tauranga Intermediate
Intermediate · roll 1229 · decile 5
Welcome Bay School
Contributing · roll 280 · decile 4
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Waitao. 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 Waitao that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Tauranga Waldorf School
Full Primary · roll 196 · decile 7 · 3.0 km away
TKKM o Otepou
Full Primary · roll 70 · decile 3 · 4.1 km away
Selwyn Ridge School
Contributing · roll 459 · decile 3 · 4.2 km away
Explore Waitao
Things to do(1)
Kaiate Falls
Parks & green spaces(1)
Kaiate Falls
Healthcare
Pharmacies and clinics for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Tradies & Services in Waitao
Tradies & services(4)
Highlander Alloy Fabrication
Mudge Builders
Oasis Auto Services
Sprout Horticulture Ltd
Shops in Waitao
Shops(2)
Instant Effect Garden Nursery
kiwi-millman
Stay in Waitao
Places to stay(2)
Ridge Country Retreat
Rose Manor
Waitao Weather
Current conditions: 3.6°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 23.09 | 15.39 | 7.22 | 10.6 |
| ☀️ Feb | 22.53 | 15.21 | 7.32 | 9.83 |
| 🍂 Mar | 20.98 | 12.59 | 4.47 | 10.12 |
| 🍂 Apr | 18.98 | 11.67 | 4.07 | 8.47 |
| 🍂 May | 16.32 | 9.26 | 5.57 | 7.7 |
| ❄️ Jun | 14.55 | 8.39 | 6.52 | 6.98 |
| ❄️ Jul | 13.78 | 6.99 | 6.49 | 6.88 |
| ❄️ Aug | 14.18 | 5.86 | 3.46 | 8.24 |
| 🌸 Sep | 15.74 | 8.02 | 6.26 | 9.05 |
| 🌸 Oct | 17.32 | 9.39 | 5.43 | 9.95 |
| 🌸 Nov | 19.2 | 11.52 | 5.86 | 10.78 |
| ☀️ Dec | 21.86 | 14.03 | 5.73 | 10.7 |
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