Karaka
Development Pipeline
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.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mangapikopiko School | ★★★★★Very High | 528 |
| Worser Bay School | ★★★★★Medium | 351 |
| Karaka School | ★★★★★High | 403 |
| Te Hihi School | ★★★★★High | 450 |
| Waiau Pa School | ★★★★★High | 428 |
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.
10,974
Stats NZ Census 2023
41.6
Stats NZ Census 2023
74.3%
Stats NZ Census 2023
$142,073
Household, annual
Gender: 5,517 male · 5,409 female
Owner-Occupied
74.3%
Rented
25.7%
Housing Quality
13.4% damp
10.4% mould
Median Weekly Rent
$551
Vacancy Rate
9.1%
Avg Persons/Household
3
SA2 areas: Karaka Bay-Worser Bay, Makaraka-Awapuni, Karaka Lakes, Kingseat-Karaka, Karaka Creek, Pakaraka