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 12.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Hastings is £39,140 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
12.1%
Connectivity
N/A
Area Profile
Hastings Population
90,996
Population density
3,053.9 per km²
Demographics
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
No religion
46,750
51.38%
Christian
34,425
37.83%
Not answered
5,996
6.59%
Muslim
1,767
1.94%
Other religion
812
0.89%
Total population: 90,995
Level 4+ (Degree)
21,357
28.59%
No qualifications
15,039
20.13%
Level 3 (A level)
12,768
17.09%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
11,256
15.07%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
8,387
11.23%
Total 16+ residents: 74,704
Employed
40,074
53.65%
Retired
17,008
22.77%
Long-term sick or disabled
4,760
6.37%
Looking after home or family
3,748
5.02%
Student
2,839
3.8%
Total 16+ residents: 74,702
Housing
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
Terraced
9,155
22.63%
Semi-detached
8,836
21.84%
Purpose-built flat
8,074
19.96%
Detached
7,732
19.11%
Converted/shared house (inc HMO)
5,531
13.67%
Total households: 40,454
Property prices in Hastings
Based on 1,158 recent sales, the median property price is £280,000 in Hastings area, with individual transactions ranging from £48,000 up to £1,385,000.
