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 |
|---|---|---|
| Hillcrest Normal School | ★★★★★Medium | 397 |
| Berkley Normal Middle School | ★★★★★High | 420 |
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.
2,679
Stats NZ Census 2023
39.5
Stats NZ Census 2023
67.7%
Stats NZ Census 2023
$102,200
Household, annual
Gender: 1,323 male · 1,344 female
Owner-Occupied
67.7%
Rented
32.3%
Housing Quality
21.6% damp
16.7% mould
Median Weekly Rent
$500
Vacancy Rate
6.2%
Avg Persons/Household
2.7
SA2 areas: Riverlea