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 |
|---|---|---|
| Bucklands Beach Primary School | ★★★★★Medium | 356 |
| Macleans Primary School | ★★★★★Medium | 391 |
| Pigeon Mountain School | ★★★★★Medium | 353 |
| Bucklands Beach Intermediate | ★★★★★Medium | 367 |
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.
9,540
Stats NZ Census 2023
40.5
Stats NZ Census 2023
62.9%
Stats NZ Census 2023
$122,237
Household, annual
Gender: 4,719 male · 4,803 female
Owner-Occupied
62.9%
Rented
36.8%
Housing Quality
18.9% damp
16.4% mould
Median Weekly Rent
$654
Vacancy Rate
6.1%
Avg Persons/Household
3.1
SA2 areas: Bucklands Beach South, Bucklands Beach Murvale, Bucklands Beach Central, Bucklands Beach North