Elgin is a small suburb in Gisborne with a population of 2,745 and a median age of 32. Median personal income is $33K per year. The main ethnic groups are Māori, European, Pacific Peoples.
Median weekly rent in Elgin is $620 (620 houses, 330 units). This represents approximately 99% of median weekly personal income.
Livability indicators for Elgin: NZDep decile 10 (high deprivation); 2 schools with avg EQI 558.
In 2026, Elgin recorded 4 building approvals (4 houses, 0 units), up 100% year-on-year.
Elgin is a small suburb in Gisborne with a population of 2,745 and a median age of 32. Median personal income is $33K per year. The main ethnic groups are Māori, European, Pacific Peoples.
Median weekly rent in Elgin is $620 (620 houses, 330 units). This represents approximately 99% of median weekly personal income.
Livability indicators for Elgin: NZDep decile 10 (high deprivation); 2 schools with avg EQI 558.
In 2026, Elgin recorded 4 building approvals (4 houses, 0 units), up 100% year-on-year.