- Est. Median Value
- $579K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $260/wk
- Safety Score
- 53/100
- Green Space
- 62%
- Current Weather
- 11.1°C
- Median Age
- 49 yrs
~72 crimes/1k/yr
scattered clouds
Living in Whenuakite
Is Whenuakite a good place to live?
Whenuakite is home to roughly 1,437 people across 88.1 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Whenuakite scores 49 out of 100, with a safety score of 53/100 and 62% green space.
Schools: Whenuakite has 1 school 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 $579K, and weekly rent typically sits around $260.
Lifestyle: Whenuakite has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 11.1°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Whenuakite 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
- Safety53
- Amenities20
- Schools55
- Housing Affordability65
- Green space100
- Community33
- Transport20
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $579K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $260/wk
- Median HH Income
- $77K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +17.4%
- 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 Whenuakite?
- Children living in Whenuakite are in zone for Whenuakite School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Whenuakite?
- 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 Whenuakite?
- The postcode for Whenuakite is 3591.
- What is the population of Whenuakite?
- Whenuakite has 1,437 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Whenuakite?
- The estimated median property value in Whenuakite is $579K. Median weekly rent is $260/week.
- Where is Whenuakite?
- Whenuakite is in Thames-Coromandel, Waikato, New Zealand.
- Is Whenuakite a good place to live?
- Whenuakite scores 49/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Whenuakite
Schools in zone for Whenuakite
Children living in Whenuakite have a guaranteed right to enrol at these school, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Whenuakite School
Full Primary · roll 151 · decile 7
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Whenuakite. 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 Whenuakite
Places to eat & drink(5)
colenso cafe
Hot Water Brewing Co.
Colenso Country Cafe
The Coffee Shack @ The Family
The Family
Tradies & Services in Whenuakite
Tradies & services(4)
Ace Panel and Paint
Hot Water Beach Garden Centre
Spectrum Plumbing & Gas Fitting
Whenuakite Country Kids
Professional Services in Whenuakite
Professional services(1)
Tahi Toa Farm
Stay in Whenuakite
Places to stay(3)
Seabreeze Holiday Park
The Good Earth Retreat
Dragonfly Farm
Whenuakite Weather
Current conditions: 11.1°C, scattered clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 21.71 | 15.29 | 13.39 | 9.75 |
| ☀️ Feb | 21.93 | 14.11 | 10.76 | 10.38 |
| 🍂 Mar | 20.27 | 11.6 | 2.32 | 10.49 |
| 🍂 Apr | 18.28 | 11.91 | 6.6 | 8.47 |
| 🍂 May | 15.65 | 9.21 | 5.9 | 7.79 |
| ❄️ Jun | 14.13 | 8.45 | 5.05 | 7.26 |
| ❄️ Jul | 13.32 | 6.85 | 4.09 | 7.57 |
| ❄️ Aug | 13.42 | 5.55 | 2.99 | 8.26 |
| 🌸 Sep | 15.62 | 8.68 | 4.82 | 9.7 |
| 🌸 Oct | 16.9 | 9.57 | 4.75 | 10.28 |
| 🌸 Nov | 18.89 | 10.85 | 3.21 | 11.21 |
| ☀️ Dec | 21.93 | 13.64 | 4.96 | 11.96 |
Whenuakite Community
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