Matua South is a small suburb in Bay of Plenty with a population of 2,604 and a median age of 45. Median personal income is $39K per year. The main ethnic groups are European, Māori, Asian.
Median weekly rent in Matua South is $695 (695 houses, 390 units). This represents approximately 93% of median weekly personal income.
Livability indicators for Matua South: NZDep decile 5 (moderate deprivation).
In 2026, Matua South recorded 1 building approval (1 house, 0 units), down 66.7% year-on-year.
Matua South is a small suburb in Bay of Plenty with a population of 2,604 and a median age of 45. Median personal income is $39K per year. The main ethnic groups are European, Māori, Asian.
Median weekly rent in Matua South is $695 (695 houses, 390 units). This represents approximately 93% of median weekly personal income.
Livability indicators for Matua South: NZDep decile 5 (moderate deprivation).
In 2026, Matua South recorded 1 building approval (1 house, 0 units), down 66.7% year-on-year.