- Est. Median Value
- $569K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $242/wk
- Safety Score
- 38/100
- Green Space
- 56%
- Current Weather
- 8.2°C
- Median Age
- 49 yrs
~87 crimes/1k/yr
broken clouds
Living in Whirinaki
Is Whirinaki a good place to live?
Whirinaki is home to roughly 227 people across 33.7 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Whirinaki scores 42 out of 100, with a safety score of 38/100 and 56% green space.
Schools: Whirinaki 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 $569K, and weekly rent typically sits around $242.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 8.2°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Whirinaki 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
- Safety38
- Amenities28
- Schools0
- Housing Affordability66
- Green space100
- Community10
- Transport13
Some dimensions are still pending data: schoolQuality.
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $569K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $242/wk
- Median HH Income
- $45K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +10.0%
- 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 Whirinaki?
- Whirinaki is not covered by a school enrolment zone. Nearby schools may accept enrolments under open enrolment or by application.
- How do I check my school zone in Whirinaki?
- 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 Whirinaki?
- The postcode for Whirinaki is 0473.
- What is the population of Whirinaki?
- Whirinaki has 227 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Whirinaki?
- The estimated median property value in Whirinaki is $569K. Median weekly rent is $242/week.
- Where is Whirinaki?
- Whirinaki is in Far North, Northland, New Zealand.
- Is Whirinaki a good place to live?
- Whirinaki scores 42/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Whirinaki
Schools in zone for Whirinaki
No enrolment-zoned schools cover Whirinaki. The schools below are the nearest options — many operate open enrolment.
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Whirinaki. 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.
Other nearby schools
Schools close to Whirinaki that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Hokianga
Composite · roll 135 · 5.0 km away
Stay in Whirinaki
Places to stay(1)
Okopako Lodge - Wilderness Farm
Whirinaki Weather
Current conditions: 8.2°C, broken clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 23.39 | 17.01 | 5.25 | 10.7 |
| ☀️ Feb | 22.96 | 16.3 | 4.32 | 10.47 |
| 🍂 Mar | 21.16 | 14.59 | 1.95 | 9.96 |
| 🍂 Apr | 20.23 | 14.55 | 3.6 | 7.72 |
| 🍂 May | 17.5 | 12.2 | 6.14 | 7.44 |
| ❄️ Jun | 16.07 | 10.47 | 5.67 | 6.53 |
| ❄️ Jul | 15.25 | 9.93 | 6.47 | 7.5 |
| ❄️ Aug | 15.04 | 8.7 | 4.09 | 8.15 |
| 🌸 Sep | 16.74 | 10.97 | 5.17 | 8.88 |
| 🌸 Oct | 17.56 | 11.61 | 3.79 | 9.84 |
| 🌸 Nov | 19.03 | 12.19 | 2.86 | 10.78 |
| ☀️ Dec | 22.12 | 15.51 | 4.24 | 10.5 |
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