Makaretu is a small suburb in Hawke's Bay with a population of 2,637 and a median age of 42. Median personal income is $40K per year. The main ethnic groups are European, Māori, Asian.
Median weekly rent in Makaretu is $530 (530 houses, 0 units). This represents approximately 69% of median weekly personal income.
Livability indicators for Makaretu: NZDep decile 6 (moderate deprivation); 4 schools with avg EQI 490.
In 2026, Makaretu recorded 2 building approvals (2 houses, 0 units), down 80% year-on-year.
Makaretu is a small suburb in Hawke's Bay with a population of 2,637 and a median age of 42. Median personal income is $40K per year. The main ethnic groups are European, Māori, Asian.
Median weekly rent in Makaretu is $530 (530 houses, 0 units). This represents approximately 69% of median weekly personal income.
Livability indicators for Makaretu: NZDep decile 6 (moderate deprivation); 4 schools with avg EQI 490.
In 2026, Makaretu recorded 2 building approvals (2 houses, 0 units), down 80% year-on-year.