Wainui is a small community in Bay of Plenty with a population of 1,512 and a median age of 35. Median personal income is $34K per year. The main ethnic groups are Māori, European, Pacific Peoples.

Livability indicators for Wainui: NZDep decile 9 (high deprivation); 1 school with avg EQI 552.

In 2026, Wainui recorded 1 building approval (1 house, 0 units), down 50% year-on-year.