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.
3,411
Stats NZ Census 2023
46.8
Stats NZ Census 2023
76.6%
Stats NZ Census 2023
$120,700
Household, annual
Gender: 1,665 male · 1,734 female
Owner-Occupied
76.6%
Rented
23.4%
Housing Quality
13.7% damp
6.4% mould
Median Weekly Rent
$480
Vacancy Rate
12.5%
Avg Persons/Household
2.5
SA2 areas: Sumner
| School | Zone Score | EQI |
|---|---|---|
| Our Lady Star of the Sea School (Christchurch) | ★★★★★High | 401 |
| Sumner School | ★★★★★Medium | 382 |
| Ko Taku Reo - Deaf Education New Zealand | ★★★★★Very High | 516 |
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.