Otawa is a small suburb in Bay of Plenty with a population of 2,130 and a median age of 42. Median personal income is $46K per year. The main ethnic groups are European, Māori, Asian.

Livability indicators for Otawa: NZDep decile 6 (moderate deprivation).

In 2026, Otawa recorded 2 building approvals (2 houses, 0 units), down 66.7% year-on-year.