- Est. Median Value
- $574K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $250/wk
- Safety Score
- 32/100
- Green Space
- 10%
- Current Weather
- 8.3°C
- Median Age
- 36 yrs
~93 crimes/1k/yr
overcast clouds
Living in Whangara
Is Whangara a good place to live?
Whangara is home to roughly 185 people across 82.3 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Whangara scores 33 out of 100, with a safety score of 32/100 and 10% green space.
Schools: Whangara 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 $574K, and weekly rent typically sits around $250.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 8.3°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Whangara 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
- Safety32
- Amenities10
- Schools47
- Housing Affordability65
- Green space32
- Community22
- Transport10
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $574K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $250/wk
- Median HH Income
- $80K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +10.1%
- 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 Whangara?
- Children living in Whangara are in zone for Campion College, Tolaga Bay Area School, Whangara School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Whangara?
- 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 Whangara?
- The postcode for Whangara is 4073.
- What is the population of Whangara?
- Whangara has 185 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Whangara?
- The estimated median property value in Whangara is $574K. Median weekly rent is $250/week.
- Where is Whangara?
- Whangara is in Gisborne, New Zealand.
- Is Whangara a good place to live?
- Whangara scores 33/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Whangara
Schools in zone for Whangara
Children living in Whangara have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Campion College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 489 · decile 6
Tolaga Bay Area School
Composite · roll 243 · decile 1
Whangara School
Full Primary · roll 85 · decile 4
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Whangara. 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.
Shops in Whangara
Shops(1)
Pouawa Citrus Nursery Ltd
Whangara Weather
Current conditions: 8.3°C, overcast clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 21.16 | 15.15 | 7.18 | 9.8 |
| ☀️ Feb | 21.88 | 14.77 | 7.67 | 9.78 |
| 🍂 Mar | 20.1 | 12.4 | 2.55 | 10.32 |
| 🍂 Apr | 18.49 | 11.95 | 2.8 | 7.97 |
| 🍂 May | 15.7 | 9.75 | 3.61 | 7.45 |
| ❄️ Jun | 13.96 | 8.94 | 7.75 | 5.58 |
| ❄️ Jul | 13.11 | 6.71 | 4.47 | 6.96 |
| ❄️ Aug | 13.32 | 6.31 | 2.68 | 8.27 |
| 🌸 Sep | 16.86 | 8.36 | 4.35 | 9.73 |
| 🌸 Oct | 17.61 | 9.78 | 3.55 | 10.04 |
| 🌸 Nov | 18.82 | 11.66 | 4.9 | 10.31 |
| ☀️ Dec | 22.18 | 14.86 | 5.92 | 10.28 |
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