Population, housing, and household data sourced from Stats NZ Census 2023 [VERIFIED]. School data from MOE School Directory. Not professional advice. Always seek independent guidance.
| School | Zone Score | EQI |
|---|---|---|
| Big Rock Primary School | ★★★★★High | 433 |
| Nova Montessori School | ★★★★★N/A | — |
| New Brighton Catholic School (Chch) | ★★★★★High | 445 |
| South New Brighton School | ★★★★★High | 454 |
Source: Ministry of Education School Directory (March 2026 roll). EQI = Equity Index — replaces Decile system since 2024. Higher EQI = more affluent catchment. Zone Score: ★★★★★ ≥470 · ★★★★ ≥400 · ★★★ ≥330 · ★★ ≥250 · ★ <250.
7,926
Stats NZ Census 2023
42
Stats NZ Census 2023
73.9%
Stats NZ Census 2023
$79,380
Household, annual
Gender: 3,894 male · 3,990 female
SA2 areas: Brighton, South New Brighton, New Brighton
Owner-Occupied
73.9%
Rented
26.1%
Housing Quality
19.3% damp
11.1% mould
Median Weekly Rent
$384
Vacancy Rate
9.7%
Avg Persons/Household
2.3