Waikiwi is a small suburb in Southland with a population of 3,528 and a median age of 51. Median personal income is $35K per year. The main ethnic groups are European, Māori, Asian.
Livability indicators for Waikiwi: NZDep decile 4 (moderate deprivation); 2 schools with avg EQI 434.
In 2026, Waikiwi recorded 5 building approvals (5 houses, 0 units), down 82.1% year-on-year.
Waikiwi is a small suburb in Southland with a population of 3,528 and a median age of 51. Median personal income is $35K per year. The main ethnic groups are European, Māori, Asian.
Livability indicators for Waikiwi: NZDep decile 4 (moderate deprivation); 2 schools with avg EQI 434.
In 2026, Waikiwi recorded 5 building approvals (5 houses, 0 units), down 82.1% year-on-year.