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.
3,243
Stats NZ Census 2023
38.3
Stats NZ Census 2023
68%
Stats NZ Census 2023
$77,391
Household, annual
Gender: 1,536 male · 1,689 female
Owner-Occupied
68%
Rented
31.7%
Housing Quality
18.3% damp
15.1% mould
Median Weekly Rent
$467
Vacancy Rate
6.9%
Avg Persons/Household
2.5
SA2 areas: Forest Lakes (Kapiti Coast District), Forest Lake (Hamilton City)
| School | Zone Score | EQI |
|---|---|---|
| Forest Lake School | ★★★★★Very High | 492 |
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.