- Est. Median Value
- $536K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $250/wk
- Safety Score
- 45/100
- Green Space
- 2%
- Current Weather
- 8.6°C
- Median Age
- 37 yrs
~80 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Waitoa
Is Waitoa a good place to live?
Waitoa is home to roughly 1,137 people across 51.8 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Waitoa scores 39 out of 100, with a safety score of 45/100 and 2% green space.
Schools: Waitoa 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 $536K, and weekly rent typically sits around $250.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 8.6°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Waitoa 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
- Safety45
- Amenities10
- Schools64
- Housing Affordability70
- Green space10
- Community33
- Transport20
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $536K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $250/wk
- Median HH Income
- $90K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- -3.3%
- 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 Waitoa?
- Children living in Waitoa are in zone for Morrinsville College, Morrinsville Intermediate, Tatuanui School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Waitoa?
- 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 Waitoa?
- The postcode for Waitoa is 3310.
- What is the population of Waitoa?
- Waitoa has 1,137 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Waitoa?
- The estimated median property value in Waitoa is $536K. Median weekly rent is $250/week.
- Where is Waitoa?
- Waitoa is in Matamata-Piako, Waikato, New Zealand.
- Is Waitoa a good place to live?
- Waitoa scores 39/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Waitoa
Schools in zone for Waitoa
Children living in Waitoa have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Morrinsville College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 761 · decile 6
Morrinsville Intermediate
Intermediate · roll 356 · decile 5
Tatuanui School
Contributing · roll 131 · decile 7
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Waitoa. 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.
Tradies & Services in Waitoa
Tradies & services(2)
BPS Plumbing and Gas
Springdale Automotive Services Limited
Shops in Waitoa
Shops(1)
No.1 Blueberries Waitoa
Waitoa Weather
Current conditions: 8.6°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 23.04 | 15.5 | 7.23 | 9.93 |
| ☀️ Feb | 22.85 | 14.38 | 5.62 | 9.98 |
| 🍂 Mar | 20.33 | 10.96 | 2.81 | 9.76 |
| 🍂 Apr | 19.05 | 11.34 | 3.06 | 8.18 |
| 🍂 May | 16.13 | 8.28 | 4.67 | 7.5 |
| ❄️ Jun | 14.71 | 7.33 | 3.71 | 6.92 |
| ❄️ Jul | 13.55 | 5.69 | 3.85 | 6.91 |
| ❄️ Aug | 13.75 | 4.88 | 3.16 | 7.93 |
| 🌸 Sep | 15.97 | 7.9 | 4.07 | 9.16 |
| 🌸 Oct | 17.58 | 8.99 | 3.76 | 10.01 |
| 🌸 Nov | 19.27 | 10.82 | 3.14 | 10.41 |
| ☀️ Dec | 22.32 | 13.98 | 4.73 | 10.49 |
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