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Wellsford, New Zealand

Auckland · New Zealand

Wellsford is a small town in Auckland, New Zealand with a population of 2,110. Elevation: 184 ft (56 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
2,110 Population 1/sq mi density
184 ft Elevation 56 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
67.3 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone
$20,820 Median Income
D
Overall
1.9 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$20,820 median income, 4.8% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$240,200 home value, $1,201/mo rent

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About Wellsford

Wellsford

Wellsford is a town on the Northland Peninsula in the northern North Island of New Zealand. It is the northernmost major settlement in the Auckland Region, and is 77 kilometres (48 mi) northwest of the Auckland CBD. It is a major regional centre, being located at the junction of State Highways 1 and 16, almost halfway between Auckland and the Northland city of Whangārei.

People

Population2,110
Median Age36.0 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$20,820
Per Capita$20,820
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

F
Home Value$240,200
Rent$1,201
Ownership65.3%
Housing Units844

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
Rain67.3 in/yr
Sunny Days295/yr
Elevation184 ft (56 m)
Population2,110
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation184 ft (56 m)
Coordinates-36.2833°, 174.5167°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceAuckland
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation67.3 inches (1,709 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$20,820
Median Age36.0 years

About Wellsford

Wellsford is a small town in New Zealand (Auckland) with a population of 2,110. The city sits at an elevation of 184 feet (56 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.3 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.

Wellsford has a population of 2,110 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 4,054.4 square miles. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,110
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
36.0yrs
Median Age
7% below New Zealand avg
4,054.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Wellsford vs New Zealand Average

The median household income in Wellsford is $20,820, which is 72% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,820 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $400, 72% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 194 business establishments.

Income: Wellsford vs New Zealand

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Income

Median HH Income$20,820
72% below New Zealand avg
Per Capita Income$20,820
Avg Weekly Wage$400

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above New Zealand avg
Establishments (County)194

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Wellsford is $240,200, 15% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,201 (3% above the national average of $1,163). 65.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 844 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 11.5x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$240,200
15% below New Zealand avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,201
3% above New Zealand avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.3%
Owner-Occupied65.3%
Renter-Occupied34.7%
Housing Units844

Property Tax

Wellsford enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 295 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 67.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 184 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (20°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average59.9°F
11% above New Zealand avg
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days295 days/yr

Geography

Elevation184 ft (56 m)
Area4,054.4 sq mi (10,500.8 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-36.2833°N, 174.5167°W
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 67.3"
77% above New Zealand avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 6.42"
Driest Month (Nov) 3.74"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M2.9 on Jul 1, 2011.

Feb 21, 2007 30 km NE of Murrays Bay, New Zealand M4.5 54 km
Mar 13, 2007 26 km NNW of Coromandel, New Zealand M4.0 82 km
Feb 21, 2007 31 km NE of Murrays Bay, New Zealand M3.8 55 km
Jul 1, 2011 5 km NNW of Tamaki, New Zealand M2.9 69 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Whangarei (63 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Whangarei Pyroclastic cone(s) 397 m (1,302 ft) Unknown 63 km
Auckland Volcanic Field Volcanic field 260 m (853 ft) 1350 76 km
Kaikohe-Bay of Islands Volcanic field 388 m (1,273 ft) 400 123 km
Mayor Island Shield 355 m (1,165 ft) -5060 190 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (20°C) 3.9 in Warmest
February 66°F (19°C) 4.0 in
March 64°F (18°C) 4.6 in
April 60°F (16°C) 4.6 in
May 56°F (13°C) 4.8 in
June 53°F (11°C) 6.4 in Wettest
July 54°F (12°C) 6.3 in
August 52°F (11°C) 6.2 in Coldest
September 54°F (12°C) 5.2 in
October 56°F (14°C) 3.9 in
November 60°F (15°C) 3.7 in Driest
December 63°F (17°C) 4.1 in

Wellsford has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 52°F in August to 67°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 57.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.4") and November the driest (3.7").

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Schools in Wellsford

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Rodney College - - - -
Te Kura Kaupapa Maori o Ngaringaomatariki - - - -
Wellsford School - - - -
Tomarata School - - - -
Tauhoa School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Wellsford

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
The Wireless (Today's Best Country) country MP3

Museums in Wellsford

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Albertland & Districts Museum
Albertland Heritage Museum
Mangawhai Museum
Puhoi Heritage Museum
Warkworth and District Museum

Libraries in Wellsford

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Kaipara Flats Library0.0
Kaiwaka Library0.0
Mahurangi East Library0.0
Mangawhai Public Library0.0
Point Wells Community Library0.0
Pūhoi Town Library0.0
Warkworth War Memorial Library0.0
Wellsford War Memorial Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Wellsford

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Matakana Village Farmers Market

Hotels in Wellsford

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Wellsford Inn

Restaurants in Wellsford

5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ready Roast
Spice Lounge
Sushi Gallery
The Junction
The Ocean Chinese Restaurant

Cafes in Wellsford

6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Caffe Cozy
Donna's Pizza
Lime Tree Cafe
Peppers Cafe
Te Hana Cafe
Traders Cafe

Dentists in Wellsford

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Wellsford Dental

Veterinaries in Wellsford

2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Vet
Wellsford Vet

Gas Stations in Wellsford

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Caltex
GAS
Gull
Mobil

Banks in Wellsford

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ASB Bank
Bank of New Zealand

Golf Courses in Wellsford

2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Tapora Golf Club
Wellsford Golf Club

Breweries in Wellsford

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
8 Wired Brewery

Ski Resorts Near Wellsford

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Wellsford

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Auckland International AirportAKLLarge Airport
Ardmore AirportAMZMedium Airport
RNZAF Base Auckland-Whenuapai-Medium Airport
Whangarei AirportWREMedium Airport
Dargaville AerodromeDGRSmall Airport
Kaipara Flats Airport-Small Airport
North Shore Aerodrome-Small Airport
Omaha Flats Airport-Small Airport
Parakai Aerodrome-Small Airport
Ruawai Aerodrome-Small Airport
Springhill Airport-Small Airport
Tahere Airstrip-Small Airport
Waiheke Island AerodromeWIKSmall Airport
Waro Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Wellsford

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
New Zealand Post

Churches & Religious Organizations in Wellsford

9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Church of Christ
Church of Christ Hall
Former All Saints Anglican Church
Methodist Church Hall
Port Albert Methodist Church
Saint Mary's Church
Wellsford Bible Chapel
Wellsford Cooperating Church
Wellsford Fellowship

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 Wellsford

What is the population of Wellsford?

Wellsford has a population of 2,110 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 4,054.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Wellsford expensive to live in?

The median household income is $20,820, 72% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $240,200 (15% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,201 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 11.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Wellsford?

Wellsford enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 295 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 67.3 inches.

How is the job market in Wellsford?

Wellsford has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $400. There are 194 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Wellsford?

The median home value in Wellsford is $240,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,201. The homeownership rate is 65.3%.

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