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 |
|---|---|---|
| Houghton Valley School | ★★★★★Medium | 366 |
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.
1,596
Stats NZ Census 2023
37.8
Stats NZ Census 2023
71.2%
Stats NZ Census 2023
$146,100
Household, annual
Gender: 762 male · 816 female
Owner-Occupied
71.2%
Rented
28.4%
Housing Quality
24.2% damp
17.1% mould
Median Weekly Rent
$550
Vacancy Rate
9.1%
Avg Persons/Household
2.6
SA2 areas: Houghton Bay