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 |
|---|---|---|
| Elmwood Normal School | ★★★★★Medium | 376 |
| Selwyn House School♀ | ★★★★★N/A | — |
| St Margaret's College♀ | ★★★★★N/A | — |
| Rangi Ruru Girls' School♀ | ★★★★★N/A | — |
| Ferndale Te Ahu | ★★★★★Very High | 521 |
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.
3,135
Stats NZ Census 2023
42.4
Stats NZ Census 2023
55.1%
Stats NZ Census 2023
$96,700
Household, annual
Gender: 1,341 male · 1,782 female
Owner-Occupied
55.1%
Rented
44.7%
Housing Quality
13.6% damp
7.5% mould
Median Weekly Rent
$450
Vacancy Rate
17.6%
Avg Persons/Household
2.1
SA2 areas: Merivale