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 |
|---|---|---|
| St Francis Xavier Catholic School (Whangarei) | ★★★★★High | 404 |
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.
4,845
Stats NZ Census 2023
43.2
Stats NZ Census 2023
58.8%
Stats NZ Census 2023
$63,365
Household, annual
Gender: 2,226 male · 2,604 female
Owner-Occupied
58.8%
Rented
41.4%
Housing Quality
22.3% damp
19% mould
Median Weekly Rent
$373
Vacancy Rate
7.9%
Avg Persons/Household
2.2
SA2 areas: Kensington (Timaru District), Kensington (Whangarei District)