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.
6,810
Stats NZ Census 2023
40.1
Stats NZ Census 2023
72.3%
Stats NZ Census 2023
$91,068
Household, annual
Gender: 3,135 male · 3,636 female
Owner-Occupied
72.3%
Rented
27.6%
Housing Quality
16.7% damp
8.5% mould
Median Weekly Rent
$438
Vacancy Rate
8.0%
Avg Persons/Household
2.5
SA2 areas: Somerfield West, Somerfield East
| School | Zone Score | EQI |
|---|---|---|
| Somerfield Te Kura Wairepo | ★★★★★High | 419 |
| TKKM o Te Whanau Tahi | ★★★★★Very High | 494 |
| Cashmere High School | ★★★★★High | 413 |
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.