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.
5,286
Stats NZ Census 2023
38.3
Stats NZ Census 2023
60.3%
Stats NZ Census 2023
$170,857
Household, annual
Gender: 2,574 male · 2,685 female
Owner-Occupied
60.3%
Rented
39.7%
Housing Quality
22.1% damp
16% mould
Median Weekly Rent
$628
Vacancy Rate
9.3%
Avg Persons/Household
2.5
SA2 areas: Ponsonby East, Ponsonby West
| School | Zone Score | EQI |
|---|---|---|
| Marist Catholic School (Herne Bay) | ★★★★★Medium | 380 |
| Richmond Road School | ★★★★★High | 403 |
| Ponsonby Intermediate | ★★★★★Medium | 380 |
| St Paul's College (Ponsonby)♂ | ★★★★★Very High | 480 |
| Auckland Secondary Schools' Centre | ★★★★★Very High | 569 |
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.