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 |
|---|---|---|
| Knights Stream School- Mingimingi Hautoa | ★★★★★Medium | 385 |
| Te Kura o te Tauawa Halswell School | ★★★★★Medium | 385 |
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.
11,085
Stats NZ Census 2023
36.6
Stats NZ Census 2023
82.6%
Stats NZ Census 2023
$125,459
Household, annual
Gender: 5,373 male · 5,685 female
Owner-Occupied
82.6%
Rented
17.3%
Housing Quality
5.5% damp
3.3% mould
Median Weekly Rent
$560
Vacancy Rate
5.1%
Avg Persons/Household
2.8
SA2 areas: Halswell South East, Halswell South, Halswell North, Halswell South West, Halswell West