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.
7,311
Stats NZ Census 2023
41.8
Stats NZ Census 2023
64.7%
Stats NZ Census 2023
$79,543
Household, annual
Gender: 3,339 male · 3,939 female
Owner-Occupied
64.7%
Rented
35.4%
Housing Quality
17.2% damp
11% mould
Median Weekly Rent
$381
Vacancy Rate
5.9%
Avg Persons/Household
2.4
SA2 areas: Papanui East, Papanui West, Papanui North
| School | Zone Score | EQI |
|---|---|---|
| Paparoa Street School | ★★★★★Medium | 398 |
| Christchurch Adventist School | ★★★★★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.