- Est. Median Value
- $1.29M
- Median Weekly Rent
- $350/wk
- Safety Score
- 48/100
- Green Space
- 84%
- Current Weather
- 6.8°C
- Median Age
- 53 yrs
~77 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Whangapoua
Is Whangapoua a good place to live?
Whangapoua is home to roughly 2,079 people across 18.9 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Whangapoua scores 39 out of 100, with a safety score of 48/100 and 84% green space.
Schools: Whangapoua 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 $1.29M, and weekly rent typically sits around $350.
Lifestyle: Whangapoua has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 6.8°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Whangapoua 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
- Safety48
- Amenities10
- Schools50
- Housing Affordability29
- Green space100
- Community44
- Transport20
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $1.29M
- 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 Whangapoua?
- Children living in Whangapoua are in zone for Coromandel Area School, Te Rerenga School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Whangapoua?
- 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 Whangapoua?
- The postcode for Whangapoua is 3582.
- What is the population of Whangapoua?
- Whangapoua has 2,079 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Whangapoua?
- The estimated median property value in Whangapoua is $1.3M. Median weekly rent is $350/week.
- Where is Whangapoua?
- Whangapoua is in Thames-Coromandel, Waikato, New Zealand.
- Is Whangapoua a good place to live?
- Whangapoua scores 39/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Whangapoua
Schools in zone for Whangapoua
Children living in Whangapoua have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Coromandel Area School
Composite · roll 210 · decile 3
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 Whangapoua. 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.
Eat & Drink in Whangapoua
Places to eat & drink(1)
Whangapoua Catering
Tradies & Services in Whangapoua
Tradies & services(1)
Stay in Whangapoua
Places to stay(3)
Earl's Paradise
Freedom Camping for Self Contained Vehicles (2 Spaces Only)
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Whangapoua Weather
Current conditions: 6.8°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 22.83 | 17.44 | 7.69 | 9.57 |
| ☀️ Feb | 22.92 | 16.78 | 7.28 | 10.12 |
| 🍂 Mar | 20.97 | 14.98 | 1.82 | 10.21 |
| 🍂 Apr | 19.59 | 14.74 | 3.94 | 8.38 |
| 🍂 May | 16.96 | 12.09 | 5.42 | 7.69 |
| ❄️ Jun | 15.45 | 11.11 | 4.63 | 7.19 |
| ❄️ Jul | 14.42 | 9.36 | 4.05 | 7.47 |
| ❄️ Aug | 14.31 | 8.29 | 3.2 | 8.29 |
| 🌸 Sep | 16.26 | 11.1 | 4.23 | 9.28 |
| 🌸 Oct | 17.45 | 12.03 | 3.7 | 9.81 |
| 🌸 Nov | 19.34 | 13.34 | 2.52 | 10.43 |
| ☀️ Dec | 22.16 | 15.89 | 3.38 | 11.14 |
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