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Ostend, New Zealand

Auckland · New Zealand

Ostend is a small town in Auckland, New Zealand with a population of 1,950. Elevation: 56 ft (17 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
1,950 Population 1/sq mi density
56 ft Elevation 17 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 15°C
78.8 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone
$21,360 Median Income
C
Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$21,360 median income, 3.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$260,000 home value, $1,300/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population1,950
Median Age46.2 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$21,360
Per Capita$21,360
Unemployment3.0%

Housing

F
Home Value$260,000
Rent$1,300
Ownership72.9%
Housing Units780

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
Rain78.8 in/yr
Sunny Days287/yr
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Population1,950
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Coordinates-36.7982°, 175.0402°
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$21,360
Median Age46.2 years

About Ostend

Ostend is a small town in New Zealand (Auckland) with a population of 1,950. The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet (17 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.

Ostend has a population of 1,950 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,471.7 square miles. The median age is 46.2 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,950
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
46.2yrs
Median Age
19% above New Zealand avg
1,471.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Ostend vs New Zealand Average

The median household income in Ostend is $21,360, which is 72% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,360 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $411, 71% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 179 business establishments.

Income: Ostend vs New Zealand

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Income

Median HH Income$21,360
72% below New Zealand avg
Per Capita Income$21,360
Avg Weekly Wage$411

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below New Zealand avg
Establishments (County)179

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Ostend is $260,000, 8% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,300 (12% above the national average of $1,163). 72.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 780 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 12.2x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$260,000
8% below New Zealand avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,300
12% above New Zealand avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership72.9%
Owner-Occupied72.9%
Renter-Occupied27.1%
Housing Units780

Property Tax

Climate in Ostend

Ostend 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
Ostend 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 56 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

Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Area1,471.7 sq mi (3,811.8 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-36.7982°N, 175.0402°W
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 78.8"
107% above New Zealand avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 6.10"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.99"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

118 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 M5.2 125 km
Jan 3, 2023 North Island of New Zealand M5.0 113 km
Jul 11, 1990 29 km ENE of Whangamata, New Zealand M4.9 108 km
Jul 11, 1993 34 km NE of Tauranga, New Zealand M4.9 140 km
Jun 30, 1993 45 km ENE of Waihi Beach, New Zealand M4.9 134 km
Jul 6, 2010 5 km W of Katikati, New Zealand M4.8 111 km
Jun 26, 2002 15 km SE of Matamata, New Zealand M4.8 145 km
May 28, 2011 42 km N of Maketu, New Zealand M4.7 148 km
May 15, 2001 72 km E of Whangamata, New Zealand M4.7 149 km
Oct 5, 2011 23 km NE of Tauranga, New Zealand M4.6 138 km
Jan 8, 2009 49 km N of Maketu, New Zealand M4.6 142 km
Feb 2, 2023 North Island of New Zealand M4.6 111 km
May 16, 2005 62 km ENE of Waihi Beach, New Zealand M4.6 144 km
Jul 17, 1990 52 km E of Tairua, New Zealand M4.6 126 km
Feb 21, 2007 30 km NE of Murrays Bay, New Zealand M4.5 27 km
Mar 3, 2023 40 km N of Maketu, New Zealand M4.5 144 km
May 17, 1999 39 km WSW of Raglan, New Zealand M4.5 138 km
Feb 28, 2022 63 km E of Tairua, New Zealand M4.5 138 km
Jun 26, 2002 16 km SE of Matamata, New Zealand M4.4 145 km
Jun 1, 2014 26 km N of Maketu, New Zealand M4.4 146 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Auckland Volcanic Field (19 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Auckland Volcanic Field Volcanic field 260 m (853 ft) 1350 19 km
Mayor Island Shield 355 m (1,165 ft) -5060 120 km
Whangarei Pyroclastic cone(s) 397 m (1,302 ft) Unknown 136 km
Okataina Lava dome(s) 1,111 m (3,645 ft) 1981 196 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) 3.6 in
February 67°F (19°C) 3.0 in Warmest, Driest
March 65°F (18°C) 4.4 in
April 61°F (16°C) 3.9 in
May 56°F (13°C) 5.0 in
June 52°F (11°C) 5.6 in
July 52°F (11°C) 6.1 in Coldest, Wettest
August 52°F (11°C) 5.5 in
September 54°F (12°C) 4.5 in
October 57°F (14°C) 4.1 in
November 60°F (16°C) 4.1 in
December 63°F (17°C) 3.9 in

Ostend has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 52°F in July to 67°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 53.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.1") and February the driest (3.0").

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Schools in Ostend

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Waiheke High School
Te Huruhi Primary School
Waiheke Primary School
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Radio Stations near Ostend

50 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
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
531pi - AAC music, news AAC+ 64 kbps
Retro Hit Radio 80s, 90s AAC+ 80 kbps
West FM Swing Radio 1920s, 1930's MP3 48 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
Raglan Community Radio MP3 128 kbps
UP FM 107.5 dance MP3 128 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
Wandering Sheep Radio - Hope Alive christian, praise MP3 128 kbps
Niu FM - MP3 culture, music MP3 96 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
Southern Cross Country country AAC+ 192 kbps
Wandering Sheep Radio - Christian Smooth Jazz christian, smooth jazz MP3
Mountainside FM charity, community OGG 128 kbps

Museums in Ostend

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bach 38 Museum
Devonport Museum
Huakaiwaka Visitor Centre
McNicol Homestead
Museum of Waiheke & Historic Village
National Museum of the Royal New Zealand Navy
New Zealand Warbirds Association
Waiheke Musical Museum

Libraries in Ostend

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Beachlands Library0.0
Botanic Gardens Library0.0
Botany Library0.0
Botany Library0.0
Clevedon Library0.0
Devonport Library0.0
Glen Innes Library0.0
Highland Park Library0.0
Howick Library0.0
John Kinder Theological Library0.0
Kawakawa Bay Library and Health Centre0.0
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
Maraetai Library0.0
Ōtāhuhu Library0.0
Otara Library0.0
Pakuranga Library0.0
Panmure Library0.0
Papatoetoe Library0.0
Philomel Library0.0
Raye Freedman Library0.0
Remuera Library0.0
Saint Heliers Library0.0
Te Matariki Clendon Library0.0
Te Matariki Clendon Library0.0
Te Paataka Koorero o Takaanini0.0
Tupu Youth Library0.0
Waiheke Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Ostend

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Howick Village Market
The Market

Hotels in Ostend

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Waiheke Island Resort

Restaurants in Ostend

18 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Arcadia
Batch Winery
Casita Miro
Casita Miro
Club Waiheke
Ki Māha
Kiran's Indian Kitchen
On Fire Waiheke
Passage Rock Wines
Poderi Crisci
RSA - Red Poppy Restaurant
Soho Family Vineyards Cellar Door
Stonyridge Vineyard
Tantalus Estate
Te Motu Vineyard
The Heke
Three Seven Two
Wild Estate

Cafes in Ostend

9 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bisou
Cappadocia
Honey House And Cafe
HotShot Espresso
HRsixteen
Island Coffee
La Dolce Vita
Ritual
The Car Park Cafe and Bar

Dentists in Ostend

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Waiheke Dental Centre

Veterinaries in Ostend

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Vets on Waiheke

Gas Stations in Ostend

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Challenge
GAS

Shopping Malls in Ostend

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Electic Boutique

Golf Courses in Ostend

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Waiheke Island Golf Course

Breweries in Ostend

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Epic Beer
Epic Beer
Hallertau Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Ostend

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Ostend

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Ostend

21 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Auckland International AirportAKLLarge Airport
Ardmore AirportAMZMedium Airport
RNZAF Base Auckland-WhenuapaiMedium Airport
Coromandel AirportCMVSmall Airport
Drury AirfieldSmall Airport
Great Barrier AerodromeGBZSmall Airport
Great Mercury AirportSmall 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
Okiwi Station AirportSmall Airport
Omaha Flats AirportSmall Airport
Parakai AerodromeSmall Airport
Springhill AirportSmall Airport
Te Aroha AirfieldSmall Airport
Thames AerodromeTMZSmall Airport
Waiheke Island AerodromeWIKSmall Airport
Whitianga AirportWTZSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Ostend

31 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Acupuncture
Awanui Labs
Awanui Labs
Awanui Labs
Awanui Labs
Awanui Labs
Awanui Labs
Botany Medical & Urgent Care
Breast Screen Aotearoa
Chirolink
ChiroMotion
Conifer Grove Accupuncture and Therapies
Dr. Weng Key Chan - Otahuhu Family Doctors
Eastcare Urgent Care
Essential Mens Clinic
Evolve Physiotherapy
Face Doctors
Greenlane - Penrose Optometrist
Local Doctors
Maungakiekie Clinic
Migum Wellness Clinics
Mount Wellington Family Health Centre
OPSM
Ormiston Medical Centre
Peak Pilates and Physiotherapy
Stonefields Medical Centre
Takanini Surgery
The Practice
The Skin Science Clinic
Ti Rakau OMS
Whanau Ora Community Clinic

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ostend

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kingdom Hall of Jehovas Witnesses
Living Waters Assembly of God Church
Saint Andrew's by the Sea
Waiheke Island Baptist Church

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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Ostend

What is the population of Ostend?

Ostend has a population of 1,950 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,471.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Ostend expensive to live in?

The median household income is $21,360, 72% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $260,000 (8% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,300 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 12.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Ostend?

Ostend 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 Ostend?

Ostend has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $411. There are 179 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Ostend?

The median home value in Ostend is $260,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,300. The homeownership rate is 72.9%.

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