- Est. Median Value
- $769K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $350/wk
- Safety Score
- 54/100
- Green Space
- 16%
- Current Weather
- 0.7°C
- Median Age
- 41 yrs
~71 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Whanawhana
Is Whanawhana a good place to live?
Whanawhana is home to roughly 1,590 people across 62.6 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Whanawhana scores 47 out of 100, with a safety score of 54/100 and 16% green space.
Schools: Whanawhana 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 $769K, and weekly rent typically sits around $350.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 0.7°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Whanawhana 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
- Safety54
- Amenities32
- Schools62
- Housing Affordability49
- Green space53
- Community78
- Transport10
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $769K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $350/wk
- Median HH Income
- $118K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +14.2%
- 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 Whanawhana?
- Children living in Whanawhana are in zone for St John's College (Hastings), Taikura Rudolf Steiner School, Hastings Christian School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Whanawhana?
- 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 Whanawhana?
- The postcode for Whanawhana is 4179.
- What is the population of Whanawhana?
- Whanawhana has 1,590 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Whanawhana?
- The estimated median property value in Whanawhana is $769K. Median weekly rent is $350/week.
- Where is Whanawhana?
- Whanawhana is in Hastings, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand.
- Is Whanawhana a good place to live?
- Whanawhana scores 47/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Whanawhana
Schools in zone for Whanawhana
Children living in Whanawhana have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
St John's College (Hastings)
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 404 · decile 4
Taikura Rudolf Steiner School
Composite · roll 279 · decile 6
Hastings Christian School
Composite · roll 329 · decile 7
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Whanawhana. 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.
Whanawhana Weather
Current conditions: 0.7°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 21.18 | 13.34 | 7.34 | 8.28 |
| ☀️ Feb | 22.24 | 12.92 | 6.84 | 9.82 |
| 🍂 Mar | 19.95 | 9.84 | 2.29 | 9.77 |
| 🍂 Apr | 18.18 | 9.13 | 1.85 | 7.57 |
| 🍂 May | 15.1 | 6.72 | 3.3 | 7.09 |
| ❄️ Jun | 12.54 | 6.01 | 5.17 | 5.66 |
| ❄️ Jul | 12.2 | 4.69 | 3.06 | 6.27 |
| ❄️ Aug | 12.91 | 3.32 | 1.46 | 8.18 |
| 🌸 Sep | 15.98 | 6.41 | 3.2 | 8.79 |
| 🌸 Oct | 17.59 | 7.83 | 2.62 | 10.24 |
| 🌸 Nov | 18.78 | 9.57 | 3.38 | 9.34 |
| ☀️ Dec | 22.61 | 13.12 | 3.45 | 9.99 |
Whanawhana Community
Reviews of Whanawhana
No reviews yet. Be the first to share what living in Whanawhana is really like.
Local tips
No tips yet. Be the first to share what makes Whanawhana special.