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.
6,879
Stats NZ Census 2023
40.1
Stats NZ Census 2023
65.3%
Stats NZ Census 2023
$79,444
Household, annual
Gender: 3,345 male · 3,498 female
Owner-Occupied
65.3%
Rented
34.6%
Housing Quality
16.8% damp
10.4% mould
Median Weekly Rent
$339
Vacancy Rate
4.6%
Avg Persons/Household
2.5
SA2 areas: Shirley East, Shirley West
| School | Zone Score | EQI |
|---|---|---|
| Te Hiwa Shirley Primary School | ★★★★★Very High | 494 |
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.