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About

The Hastings district is located in the South East of New Zealand’s North Island, covering an area of approximately 5,220 square kilometres. It forms part of the Hawke’s Bay region, known for its fertile plains and rolling hills. The district includes urban areas like Hastings city and smaller rural communities, with a mix of farmland, vineyards, and coastal stretches. The region’s economy is driven by agriculture, horticulture, and wine production.

Hastings is bordered by the Pacific Ocean to the east and the Ruahine Range to the west, offering varied landscapes. The district experiences a warm, dry climate, making it suitable for growing fruits like apples and grapes. Key attractions include Te Mata Peak, which provides panoramic views, and the Hawke’s Bay wine trail. The area also has a strong Māori cultural presence, with historical sites and marae scattered throughout the region.

Area overview

On average Hastings has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 100 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Hastings is £39,159 per year. There are 25 schools in Hastings: 18 primary (2 Outstanding and 15 Good) and 3 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
100
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
12%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Hastings Population
90,996
Population density
3,053.9 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
77,418
85.08%
Other White
4,701
5.17%
Other Asian
1,107
1.22%
Other
1,037
1.14%
African
782
0.86%
Total population: 90,995

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
12,644
31.26%
Private landlord or letting agency
10,642
26.31%
Owns with a mortgage
10,243
25.32%
Other social rented
4,853
12%
Other forms of private rent
930
2.3%
Total households: 40,451

Property prices in Hastings

Based on 1,211 recent sales, the median property price is £280,000 in Hastings area, with individual transactions ranging from £48,000 up to £1,650,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Hastings in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Hastings over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached227£410,000
Flats377£175,000
Semi-Detached252£312,750
Terraced355£275,000

10 years median price trend in Hastings

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Hastings.

All wards in Hastings

Ashdown

Baird

Braybrooke

Castle

Central St Leonards

Conquest

Gensing

Hollington

Maze Hill

Old Hastings

Ore

Silverhill

St Helens

Tressell

West St Leonards

Wishing Tree

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.