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Hillsborough, New Zealand

Auckland · New Zealand

Hillsborough is a small city in Auckland, New Zealand with a population of 13,260. Elevation: 246 ft (75 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
13,260 Population 612/sq mi density
246 ft Elevation 75 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 15°C
78.8 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone
$27,480 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$27,480 median income, 3.2% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.2 / 5.0
$215,800 home value, $1,079/mo rent

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About Hillsborough

Hillsborough

Hillsborough is a suburb of Auckland, New Zealand. It is under the local governance of the Auckland Council. Hillsborough is a leafy suburb of 20th-century houses. The area is serviced by two shopping areas; Onehunga and Three Kings. The area is served by secondary schools Mount Roskill Grammar School and Marcellin College.

People

Population13,260
Median Age42.2 yrs
Density612/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$27,480
Per Capita$27,480
Unemployment3.2%

Housing

C
Home Value$215,800
Rent$1,079
Ownership80.4%
Housing Units5,304

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
Rain78.8 in/yr
Sunny Days287/yr
Elevation246 ft (75 m)
Population13,260
Population Density612 / sq mi
Elevation246 ft (75 m)
Coordinates-36.9182°, 174.7502°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceAuckland
Average Temperature58°F (15°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation78.8 inches (2,001 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$27,480
Median Age42.2 years

About Hillsborough

Hillsborough is a small city in New Zealand (Auckland) with a population of 13,260. The city sits at an elevation of 246 feet (75 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 78.8 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.

Hillsborough has a population of 13,260 with a density of 612 people per square mile, spread across 21.7 square miles. The median age is 42.2 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

13,260
Total Population
612
People / sq mi
42.2yrs
Median Age
8% above New Zealand avg
21.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Hillsborough vs New Zealand Average

The median household income in Hillsborough is $27,480, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,480 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $528, 63% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 1,220 business establishments.

Income: Hillsborough vs New Zealand

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,480
63% below New Zealand avg
Per Capita Income$27,480
Avg Weekly Wage$528

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below New Zealand avg
Establishments (County)1,220

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Hillsborough is $215,800, 23% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,079 (7% below the national average of $1,163). 80.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 5,304 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.9x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$215,800
23% below New Zealand avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,079
7% below New Zealand avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership80.4%
Owner-Occupied80.4%
Renter-Occupied19.6%
Housing Units5,304

Property Tax

Climate in Hillsborough

Hillsborough has an average annual temperature of 15.8°C (60°F). The hottest month is Feb (20.5°C), the coldest is Jul (11.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1133 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 19.6°C / 67°F 15.4° / 23.7° 55.5
Feb 20.5°C / 69°F 16.1° / 24.8° 61.1
Mar 18.9°C / 66°F 14.6° / 23.2° 82.5
Apr 16.9°C / 62°F 12.9° / 20.9° 81.6
May 14.8°C / 59°F 11.4° / 18.1° 129.0
Jun 12.6°C / 55°F 9.3° / 15.8° 122.7
Jul 11.6°C / 53°F 8.5° / 14.8° 129.0
Aug 12°C / 54°F 8.6° / 15.4° 118.7
Sep 13.2°C / 56°F 9.6° / 16.8° 114.1
Oct 14.6°C / 58°F 11.1° / 18.2° 84.8
Nov 16.2°C / 61°F 12.3° / 20° 68.0
Dec 18.4°C / 65°F 14.4° / 22.5° 86.0
Hillsborough enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 287 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 78.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 246 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average58.2°F
8% above New Zealand avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Sunny Days287 days/yr

Geography

Elevation246 ft (75 m)
Area21.7 sq mi (56.1 km²)
Population Density612/sq mi
Coordinates-36.9182°N, 174.7502°W
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 78.8"
107% above New Zealand avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 5.51"
Driest Month (Feb) 3.46"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

59 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M4.1 on Mar 25, 2025.

Nov 23, 1994 12 km S of Katikati, New Zealand M5.2 134 km
Jan 3, 2023 North Island of New Zealand M5.0 118 km
Jul 11, 1990 29 km ENE of Whangamata, New Zealand M4.9 129 km
Jun 26, 2002 15 km SE of Matamata, New Zealand M4.8 149 km
Jul 6, 2010 5 km W of Katikati, New Zealand M4.8 121 km
Jul 17, 1990 52 km E of Tairua, New Zealand M4.6 150 km
Feb 2, 2023 North Island of New Zealand M4.6 117 km
Feb 21, 2007 30 km NE of Murrays Bay, New Zealand M4.5 47 km
May 17, 1999 39 km WSW of Raglan, New Zealand M4.5 117 km
Jul 27, 2006 8 km NNE of Katikati, New Zealand M4.4 124 km
Jun 26, 2002 16 km SE of Matamata, New Zealand M4.4 150 km
Aug 25, 1997 22 km NW of Matamata, New Zealand M4.3 111 km
Apr 29, 2005 43 km ENE of Waihi Beach, New Zealand M4.3 148 km
Oct 13, 2000 10 km W of Katikati, New Zealand M4.2 117 km
May 4, 2012 21 km E of Waihi Beach, New Zealand M4.2 138 km
Aug 9, 1992 12 km SSE of Matamata, New Zealand M4.2 146 km
Sep 2, 1995 North Island of New Zealand M4.2 144 km
Jun 7, 2008 13 km SSW of Matamata, New Zealand M4.2 139 km
Jul 26, 2019 34 km E of Waihi Beach, New Zealand M4.2 148 km
May 29, 1994 25 km SW of Hamilton, New Zealand M4.2 120 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Auckland Volcanic Field (11 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Auckland Volcanic Field Volcanic field 260 m (853 ft) 1350 11 km
Whangarei Pyroclastic cone(s) 397 m (1,302 ft) Unknown 137 km
Mayor Island Shield 355 m (1,165 ft) -5060 139 km
Kaikohe-Bay of Islands Volcanic field 388 m (1,273 ft) 400 196 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 3.7 in
February 68°F (20°C) 3.5 in Warmest, Driest
March 66°F (19°C) 4.1 in
April 61°F (16°C) 4.4 in
May 56°F (13°C) 4.5 in
June 53°F (11°C) 5.5 in Wettest
July 52°F (11°C) 5.5 in Coldest
August 53°F (11°C) 5.2 in
September 55°F (13°C) 4.6 in
October 58°F (14°C) 4.0 in
November 61°F (16°C) 4.0 in
December 65°F (18°C) 4.3 in

Hillsborough has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 52°F in July to 68°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 53.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.5") and February the driest (3.5").

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Schools in Hillsborough

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
May Road School
Mount Roskill Grammar School
Hillsborough Primary School
Saint Therese School
Waikowhai Intermediate School
Hay Park School
Waikōwhai Primary School
Mount Roskill Intermediate School
Mount Roskill Primary School
Monte Cecilia Catholic School
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Radio Stations near Hillsborough

51 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
The Sound classic rock AAC 130 kbps
Channel X AAC 130 kbps
The Hits contemporary hits AAC+ 64 kbps
Mai FM rnb AAC 129 kbps
RNZ National MP3 features, national affairs MP3 64 kbps
George FM AAC 131 kbps
新西兰中文广播电台 FM90.6 Radio Chinese chinese, culture MP3 128 kbps
Easy 80s 80s, easy listening MP3 128 kbps
iHeartCountry New Zealand country, country music AAC+ 64 kbps
RNZ National AAC (128kbps) features, national affairs AAC 128 kbps
Radio X (AQ) mood MP3 128 kbps
Radio Hauraki AAC+ 64 kbps
Vinyl Radio NZ classic rock, hits AAC+ 160 kbps
Humm Radio bollywood hits, indian radio AAC 130 kbps
JAZZ CAFE easy listening, smooth jazz MP3 128 kbps
Sanctuary - AAC christian, worship AAC 64 kbps
Radio Spice (Auckland, New Zealand) music MP3 128 kbps
Sanctuary - MP3 christian, worship MP3 96 kbps
RNZ Pacific MP3 features, national affairs MP3 64 kbps
Sleep Radio ambient, meditation MP3 128 kbps
RNZ Concert AAC (128kbps) classical, classical music AAC 128 kbps
RNZ Concert MP3 classical, classical music MP3 64 kbps
Tiri 2 classic pop, classic rock MP3 192 kbps
West FM Swing Radio 1920s, 1930's MP3 48 kbps
Newstalk ZB AAC+ 64 kbps
Niu FM - AAC culture, music AAC+ 64 kbps
Gold Sport AM classic rock, live sport AAC+ 64 kbps
East FM classic rock, eclectic MP3 128 kbps
Retro Hit Radio 80s, 90s AAC+ 80 kbps
531pi - AAC music, news AAC+ 64 kbps
Radio BurgerFuel alt rock, alternative rock MP3 128 kbps
MAD FM Auckland 106.7 commercial free, eclectic MP3 128 kbps
ZFM Global contemporary, internet station MP3 128 kbps
Positively Morrinsville 87.7FM community, contemporary music MP3 128 kbps
Radio Samoa 1593am community, culture MP3 128 kbps
SayHiFM filipino radio in new zealand, filipino station MP3 128 kbps
Niu FM - MP3 culture, music MP3 96 kbps
Raglan Community Radio MP3 128 kbps
Radio Hydra classic hits, piha AAC 192 kbps
Wandering Sheep Radio - Jazz Cafe christian, smooth jazz MP3 128 kbps
Planet FM 104.6 - AAC community radio, community AAC 150 kbps
RNZ Pacific AAC (64kbps) features, national affairs AAC 64 kbps
531pi - MP3 music, news MP3 96 kbps
Southern Cross Country country AAC+ 192 kbps
Wandering Sheep Radio - Hope Alive christian, praise MP3 128 kbps
Planet FM 104.6 - MP3 community, community radio MP3 134 kbps
Sport Nation - AAC sports, cricket AAC 66 kbps
Radiowave NZ easy listening MP3 128 kbps
Wandering Sheep Radio - Christian Smooth Jazz christian, smooth jazz MP3
Mountainside FM charity, community OGG 128 kbps
UP FM 107.5 dance MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Hillsborough

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Alberton
Auckland War Memorial Museum
Bach 38 Museum
Birkenhead Historical Society Museum
Devonport Museum
Fire Station
Huakaiwaka Visitor Centre
Huia Settlers Museum
McCahon House
Museum of Transport and Technology
Museum of Transport and Technology
Museum of Transport and Technology
National Museum of the Royal New Zealand Navy
New Zealand Maritime Museum
New Zealand Warbirds Association
Old Post Office Museum
Papakura Museum
Sāmoa House
Te Toi Uku Clay Works

Libraries in Hillsborough

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
AL0.0
Albany Memorial Library0.0
Albany Village Library0.0
Albany Village Library0.0
Auckland Central City Library0.0
Auckland Library of Tools0.0
Auckland Library of Tools0.0
AUT Library0.0
Avondale Library0.0
Beachlands Library0.0
Birkenhead Library & Civic Centre0.0
Blockhouse Bay Library0.0
Botanic Gardens Library0.0
Botany Library0.0
Botany Library0.0
Clarks Beach Waiau Pa Library0.0
Devonport Library0.0
Drury Community Library0.0
E. H. McCormick Research Library0.0
E. H. McCormick Research Library0.0
East Coast Bays Library0.0
Epsom Library0.0
Epsom Library0.0
Ernest And Marion Davis Library0.0
General Library0.0
Glen Eden Library0.0
Glen Innes Library0.0
Glenfield Library0.0
Grey Lynn Library0.0
Herald Island Library0.0
Herald Island Library0.0
Highland Park Library0.0
Howick Library0.0
John Kinder Theological Library0.0
Kumeū Library0.0
Leys Institute Little Library0.0
Leys Institute Little Library0.0
Library0.0
Mangere Bridge Library0.0
Māngere East Library0.0
Māngere East Library0.0
Mangere Town Centre Library0.0
Mangere Town Centre Library0.0
Manukau Library0.0
Manurewa Library0.0
Manurewa Library0.0
Mount Albert Library0.0
Mount Roskill Library0.0
New Lynn War Memorial Library0.0
Northcote Library0.0
Onehunga Library0.0
Ōtāhuhu Library0.0
Otara Library0.0
Pakuranga Library0.0
Panmure Library0.0
Papatoetoe Library0.0
Parnell Library0.0
Parnell Library0.0
Philomel Library0.0
Point Chevalier Library0.0
Rānui Library0.0
Raye Freedman Library0.0
Remuera Library0.0
Saint Heliers Library0.0
Samoa House Library0.0
Samoa House Library0.0
Sir Edmund Hillary Library0.0
Sylvia Ashton Warner Library0.0
Sylvia Ashton Warner Library0.0
Takapuna Library0.0
Te Ara: New Library0.0
Te Atatū Peninsula Library0.0
Te Atatū Peninsula Library0.0
Te Manawa0.0
Te Matariki Clendon Library0.0
Te Matariki Clendon Library0.0
Te Paataka Koorero o Takaanini0.0
The Leys Institute0.0
Titirangi Library0.0
Tupu Youth Library0.0
Waiatarua Community Library0.0
Waitākere Central Library0.0
Walsh Memorial Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Hillsborough

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Auckland Fish Market
Auckland Night Market
Auckland Night Market
Auckland Night Market
Avondale Sunday Market
Avondale Sunday Market
Catalina Bay Farmers Market
Grey Lynn Farmers Market
Howick Village Market
The Market
The Shed Collective
Wesley Market
Wesley Market

Hotels in Hillsborough

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Solsen on Olsen

Restaurants in Hillsborough

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kabana Indian Cuisine
Lucky Fortune
Narm Thong
The Curry Village

Cafes in Hillsborough

7 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Akarana Cafe
Coffee Container
Deluxe Coffee And Kitchen
Hills Cafe
Littlejohn Cafe
Plaza Coffee Lounge
Waffle Cafe

Clinics in Hillsborough

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Three Kings Accident and Medical

Dentists in Hillsborough

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

May Road Children's Dental Clinic
Mount Roskill Dental Centre

Gas Stations in Hillsborough

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP
BP

Shopping Malls in Hillsborough

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Three Kings Plaza

Golf Courses in Hillsborough

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Akarana Golf Course

Breweries in Hillsborough

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Big Barrel
Big Barrel
Big Barrel
Browns Bay Brewing
Epic Beer
Epic Beer
Garage Project
Garage Project
Garage Project
Little Creatures Brewing
Little Creatures Brewing
St Leonards Brewing
St Leonards Brewing
St Leonards Brewing
TwoFold BrewPub
TwoFold BrewPub
TwoFold BrewPub
Urbanaut Brewing Company
Urbanaut Brewing Company
Urbanaut Brewing Company

Stadiums & Teams in Hillsborough

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Ski Resorts Near Hillsborough

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Snowplanet 0.0 $0

Airports Near Hillsborough

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Auckland International AirportAKLLarge Airport
Ardmore AirportAMZMedium Airport
RNZAF Base Auckland-WhenuapaiMedium Airport
Drury AirfieldSmall Airport
Great Barrier AerodromeGBZSmall Airport
Kaipara Flats AirportSmall Airport
Kelly FieldSmall Airport
Limestone Downs AirportSmall Airport
Mercer1 PDZ AirportSmall Airport
Motu Kaikoura Island AerodromeSmall Airport
North Shore AerodromeSmall Airport
Omaha Flats AirportSmall Airport
Parakai AerodromeSmall Airport
Springhill AirportSmall Airport
Waiheke Island AerodromeWIKSmall Airport

Post Offices in Hillsborough

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
NZ Post

Treatment Centers in Hillsborough

174 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Active+
Acupuncture
Ashley & Martin
Ashley & Martin
Auckland Eye
Auckland Eye
Auckland Eye
Auckland Eye
Auckland Gastroenterology Associates
Auckland Shoulder Clinic
Auckland Shoulder Clinic
Auckland University Optometry Clinic
Auckland University Optometry Clinic
Avondale Family Health Centre
Awanui Labs
Awanui Labs
Awanui Labs
Awanui Labs
Awanui Labs
Awanui Labs
Awanui Labs
Awanui Labs
Awanui Labs
Awanui Labs
Awanui Labs
Awanui Labs
Awanui Labs
Awanui Labs
Awanui Labs
Balmoral Chiropractic
Bay Audiology Albany
Bay Audiology Browns Bay
Bellevue Health Centre
Bellevue Health Centre
Body Works Clinic
Botany Medical & Urgent Care
Breast Screen Aotearoa
Cannabis Care
Cannabis Care
Chirolink
ChiroMotion
Chiropractor Centre
Conifer Grove Accupuncture and Therapies
Dilworth Hearing
Dilworth Hearing
Dilworth Hearing
Dilworth Hearing
Doctors
Doctors
Dominion Road Surgery
Dominion Road Surgery
Dr Downey Dermatologist
Dr. Weng Key Chan - Otahuhu Family Doctors
Eastcare Urgent Care
Endocopy Auckland
Endocopy Auckland
Epsom Eye Care
Epsom Eye Care
Essential Mens Clinic
Evolve Physiotherapy
Eye Clinic
Eye Institute
Eye Institute
Face Doctors
Family Planning
Family Planning
Flexa clinic
Flexa clinic
Goodwood Park Healthcare Facility
gp+me
gp+me
Great Wall Health Centre
Great Wall Health Centre
Green Cross Clinic
Green Cross Clinic
Greenlane - Penrose Optometrist
Headway House
Headway House
health-i-care - skin
health-i-care - skin
Helander Dermatology
Helander Dermatology
Hobsonville Optometrists
Illumen
Illumen
Institute of Sport Physiotherapy
Insudang Oriental Medical Clinic
K'Road Medical Centre
K'Road Medical Centre
Karaka Medical Specialists
Kowhai Clinic
Kowhai Clinic
Local Doctors
Local Doctors
Maungakiekie Clinic
Mercy Radiology
Mercy Radiology
Mercy Radiology PET & CT
Mercy Radiology PET & CT
Michael Barnes Spine Surgeon
Michael Barnes Spine Surgeon
Migum Wellness Clinics
Molecheck
Molecheck
Morrow Street Clinic
Morrow Street Clinic
Mount Wellington Family Health Centre
New Hope Chinese Medical Clinic
New Zealand Blood Service Donor Centre
New Zealand Blood Service Donor Centre
North Shore Sexual Health Service
North Shore Sexual Health Service
NorthernLights
NorthernLights
Oasis Eye Surgery
Oasis Eye Surgery
Occupational Health
Occupational Health
Odyssey
One Six One
One Six One
OPSM
OPSM
Ormiston Medical Centre
Partial Skin Care
Partial Skin Care
Peak Pilates and Physiotherapy
Physio Connect
Physio Connect
Physio Connect
Physiotherapy
Plunket
Plunket
Plunket
Plunket
Point Chevalier Chiropractic
Point Chevalier Chiropractic
Pro Medical Skin
Pro Medical Skin
Ranfurly Medical Center
Ranfurly Medical Center
Saint Lukes Foot Clinic
Saint Lukes Foot Clinic
Saint Lukes Osteopath
Saint Lukes Osteopath
She long Chinese Medicine Clinic
Shorecare
Shorecare
Skin Institute
Skin Institute
Skintel
Skintopia
Skintopia
Skinworks Clinic
Stonefields Medical Centre
Takanini Surgery
Tend Kingsland Medical Centre
Tend Kingsland Medical Centre
Tend Symonds Street Medical Centre
Tend Symonds Street Medical Centre
The Fono
The Practice
The Skin Science Clinic
Three Kings Accident and Medical
Ti Rakau OMS
Trinity MRI
Trinity MRI
VECA Medical Health Centre Onewa
VECA Medical Health Centre Onewa
Whanau Ora Community Clinic
White Cross
White Cross
Younger By Design
Younger By Design

Churches & Religious Organizations in Hillsborough

12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Al Rahman Masjid - Al Manar Islamic Trust
Congregational Christian Church of Samoa
Hillsborough Baptist / Hills Church
Methodist Church of Samoa [NZ]
Radha Soami Satsang Beas
Saint David's in the Fields
Saint John Vianney Catholic Church
Saint Margaret's Anglican Church
Saint Therese Catholic Church
Samoan Assembly of God
St Therese Parish
Three Kings Congregational Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Pacific/Auckland

🇳🇿 About New Zealand

Capital Wellington
Population 4,885,500
Area 268,680 km²
GDP (USD) $255,194,972,673
GDP per capita $49,076
HDI 0.939
Life expectancy 83.0 years
Internet users 96.2%
Urban population 83.9%
Currency NZD (Dollar)
Languages English, Māori, New Zealand Sign Language
Calling code +64
TLD .nz
Driving side left

Public Holidays in New Zealand

23 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 2 Day after New Year's Day Day after New Year's Day
Jan 19 Wellington Anniversary Day Wellington Anniversary Day
Jan 26 Auckland Anniversary Day Auckland/Northland Anniversary Day
Feb 2 Nelson Anniversary Day Nelson Anniversary Day
Feb 6 Waitangi Day Waitangi Day
Mar 9 Taranaki Anniversary Day Taranaki Anniversary Day
Mar 23 Otago Anniversary Day Otago Anniversary Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 7 Southland Anniversary Day Southland Anniversary Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Jun 1 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Jul 10 Matariki Matariki
Sep 28 Canterbury (South) Anniversary Day Dominion Day
Oct 23 Hawke's Bay Anniversary Day Hawke's Bay Anniversary Day
Oct 26 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 2 Marlborough Anniversary Day Marlborough Anniversary Day
Nov 13 Canterbury Anniversary Day Canterbury (North & Central) Anniversary Day
Nov 30 Chatham Islands Anniversary Day Chatham Islands Anniversary Day
Nov 30 Westland Anniversary Day Westland Anniversary Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 Boxing Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hillsborough

What is the population of Hillsborough?

Hillsborough has a population of 13,260 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 612 people per square mile, spread across 21.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Hillsborough expensive to live in?

The median household income is $27,480, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $215,800 (23% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,079 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Hillsborough?

Hillsborough enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 287 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 78.8 inches.

How is the job market in Hillsborough?

Hillsborough has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $528. There are 1,220 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Hillsborough?

The median home value in Hillsborough is $215,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,079. The homeownership rate is 80.4%.

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