West Plains-Makarewa is a small community in Southland with a population of 1,725 and a median age of 45. Median personal income is $44K per year. The main ethnic groups are European, Māori, Pacific Peoples.
Livability indicators for West Plains-Makarewa: NZDep decile 3 (low deprivation (affluent)); 1 school with avg EQI 440.
In 2026, West Plains-Makarewa recorded 2 building approvals (2 houses, 0 units), down 71.4% year-on-year.
West Plains-Makarewa is a small community in Southland with a population of 1,725 and a median age of 45. Median personal income is $44K per year. The main ethnic groups are European, Māori, Pacific Peoples.
Livability indicators for West Plains-Makarewa: NZDep decile 3 (low deprivation (affluent)); 1 school with avg EQI 440.
In 2026, West Plains-Makarewa recorded 2 building approvals (2 houses, 0 units), down 71.4% year-on-year.