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.
10,053
Stats NZ Census 2023
36.8
Stats NZ Census 2023
60.4%
Stats NZ Census 2023
$124,968
Household, annual
Gender: 4,977 male · 5,043 female
Owner-Occupied
60.4%
Rented
39.5%
Housing Quality
22.4% damp
19.8% mould
Median Weekly Rent
$640
Vacancy Rate
7.8%
Avg Persons/Household
3.1
SA2 areas: Forrest Hill East, Forrest Hill West, Forrest Hill North
| School | Zone Score | EQI |
|---|---|---|
| Forrest Hill School | ★★★★★Medium | 373 |
| Wairau Intermediate | ★★★★★High | 421 |
| Westlake Boys High School♂ | ★★★★★Medium | 399 |
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.