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.
8,907
Stats NZ Census 2023
43.5
Stats NZ Census 2023
52.4%
Stats NZ Census 2023
$78,513
Household, annual
Gender: 4,242 male · 4,638 female
Owner-Occupied
52.4%
Rented
47.7%
Housing Quality
15.9% damp
12.7% mould
Median Weekly Rent
$475
Vacancy Rate
9.5%
Avg Persons/Household
2.2
SA2 areas: Tauranga South, Tauranga Hospital, Tauranga Central
| School | Zone Score | EQI |
|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Catholic School (Tauranga) | ★★★★★Medium | 385 |
| Tauranga Primary School | ★★★★★High | 423 |
| Tauranga Boys' College♂ | ★★★★★High | 456 |
| Tauranga Special School | ★★★★★Very High | 499 |
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.