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.
5,652
Stats NZ Census 2023
31.6
Stats NZ Census 2023
35.3%
Stats NZ Census 2023
$96,643
Household, annual
Gender: 2,751 male · 2,862 female
Owner-Occupied
35.3%
Rented
64.7%
Housing Quality
24.7% damp
19.9% mould
Median Weekly Rent
$456
Vacancy Rate
7.6%
Avg Persons/Household
2.9
| School | Zone Score | EQI |
|---|---|---|
| Melville Primary School | ★★★★★Very High | 537 |
| St Pius X Catholic School (Melville) |
SA2 areas: Melville South, Melville North
| 378 |
| Mangakōtukutuku College | ★★★★★Very High | 529 |
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.