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 Patrick's School (Kilbirnie) | ★★★★★High | 433 |
| Evans Bay Intermediate | ★★★★★High | 403 |
| St Patrick's College (Kilbirnie)♂ | ★★★★★High | 417 |
| Rongotai College♂ | ★★★★★High | 428 |
| St Catherines College (Kilbirnie)♀ | ★★★★★High | 435 |
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.
4,701
Stats NZ Census 2023
37.4
Stats NZ Census 2023
51.8%
Stats NZ Census 2023
$93,035
Household, annual
Gender: 2,256 male · 2,379 female
Owner-Occupied
51.8%
Rented
48.2%
Housing Quality
21.6% damp
15.6% mould
Median Weekly Rent
$492
Vacancy Rate
7.1%
Avg Persons/Household
2.4
SA2 areas: Kilbirnie East, Kilbirnie Central