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.
9,150
Stats NZ Census 2023
35.3
Stats NZ Census 2023
68.7%
Stats NZ Census 2023
$113,127
Household, annual
Gender: 4,473 male · 4,644 female
Owner-Occupied
68.7%
Rented
31.1%
Housing Quality
19.2% damp
16.4% mould
Median Weekly Rent
$570
Vacancy Rate
3.8%
Avg Persons/Household
3.2
SA2 areas: Western Heights (Rotorua District), Western Heights (Hamilton City), Western Heights (Auckland)
| School | Zone Score | EQI |
|---|---|---|
| Kaitao Intermediate | ★★★★★Very High | 540 |
| Western Heights High 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.