Last updated October 2026
Glenholme is one of Rotorua’s most established residential suburbs, located immediately west of the city centre. It features a mix of character homes, with the oldest residential properties dating from the 1910s and the majority built between the 1940s and 1990s. Glenholme offers convenient access to the Rotorua CBD and western suburbs while maintaining a settled residential feel.
Official Suburb Facts
- Population (2023 Census)
- About 4,430, up 4% since 2018
- Land area
- 2.04 km²
- Location
- 1.7 km south of central Rotorua
- Council
- Rotorua District Council
- Neighbouring suburbs
- Victoria, Fenton Park, Whakarewarewa, Hillcrest, Springfield, Ngapuna
- Ward or local board
- Te Ipu Wai Auraki General Ward (Rotorua District Council)
- Nearby landmarks
- Kuirau Park, Government Gardens, Rotorua lakefront
Who Lives in Glenholme
About 4,430 residents in 1,730 households. From the 2023 Census, with the New Zealand figure alongside for comparison.
Schools in Glenholme
Three schools sit inside the Glenholme boundary. Some have an enrolment zone, so check an address is in zone before you buy or rent.
Also zoned for Glenholme
Show all 6 zoned schools
Zones change, so confirm with the school before relying on one.
Bin Day in Glenholme
by 7.30am on collection day, or the night before
Streets near a suburb edge can differ, so check the council lookup if unsure.
Streets in Glenholme
43 streets are in Glenholme. Search any street in Rotorua to see which suburb it is in.
Show all 43 streets in Glenholme
- A
- Allan Street
- Arthur Street
- Ashley Street
- B
- Batten Street
- C
- Carlton Street
- Carnot Street
- Clinkard Avenue
- Clinkard Place
- D
- Davidson Street
- Devon Street
- Donne Street
- Duncan Street
- F
- Fenton Street
- G
- Grey Street
- Gwendoline Street
- H
- Hazlett Street
- High Street
- Holland Street
- J
- James Street
- K
- Kahikatea Street
- Kevin Street
- Kotare Street
- Kowhai Street
- L
- Lightheart Street
- Lytton Street
- M
- Mahoe Street
- McLean Street
- Miller Street
- P
- Park Street
- R
- Ranolf Street
- Raupo Lane
- Rimu Street
- Robertson Street
- S
- Seddon Street
- Sophia Street
- Sumner Street
- T
- Te Ngae Road
- Tilsley Street
- Totara Street
- Turutu Crescent
- W
- Wallace Crescent
- Wylie Street
- Y
- York Street
A long road is listed in each suburb it runs through.
Safety and Hazards
About the Rotorua average for the number of people who live here. Another 30 reports were at shops and businesses.
Buses from Glenholme
10 bus stops inside the suburb.
Typical weekday daytime frequency.
Weather and Rent at a Glance
Weather is city-wide; rent is for this suburb.
In Glenholme
Places and businesses inside the official Glenholme boundary.
Places
Businesses
See all businesses in Glenholme
About Glenholme
Glenholme sits in the central Rotorua area, positioned to give residents easy access to the city’s main amenit...
Glenholme sits in the central Rotorua area, positioned to give residents easy access to the city’s main amenities without being directly in the commercial core.
The suburb’s residential character has developed over more than a century, with the earliest homes dating from 1910 to 1919 and significant growth in the post-war decades and through the 1980s. This layering of eras gives Glenholme a varied streetscape with bungalows, weatherboard houses and more modern construction existing side by side.
Glenholme is the 4th largest suburb in Rotorua by residential housing stock, reflecting its size and the density of established housing. The suburb’s central location makes it a practical choice for residents who want proximity to the city without being in the CBD itself.
The area lies within easy reach of Kuirau Park, the Government Gardens and the lakefront, supporting a convenient lifestyle for families and professionals alike.
Schools and Community
Glenholme School is a state primary school (Years 1–6) that opened in 1948.
Glenholme School is a state primary school (Years 1–6) that opened in 1948. St Mary’s Catholic School (formerly St Michael’s School when it opened in 1924) is a state integrated Catholic primary school (Years 1–6). Both schools reflect the suburb’s long history as an established family area.
Near Glenholme
Just outside Glenholme, within 5 km of its centre, nearest first.
Places
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Businesses
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Where to Learn More
Wikipedia — Glenholme, Rotorua: Geographic and demographic overview of the suburb.
OneRoof — Glenholme Suburb Profile: Property market data and suburb overview for Glenholme, Rotorua.
Glenholme School: Official information on the local primary school.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many people live in Glenholme?
About 4,430 people lived in Glenholme at the 2023 Census, up 4% since 2018. See Who Lives in Glenholme
What school zones cover Glenholme?
The zones of Rotorua Intermediate, John Paul College, Rotorua Boys' High School, Rotorua Girls' High School and Rotorua Lakes High School cover all of Glenholme. Glenholme School and Western Heights High School have zones covering part of it. Zones change, so check an address with the school. See Schools in Glenholme
When is bin day in Glenholme?
Wednesday. Bins go out by 7.30am on collection day, or the night before. Streets near the edge of the suburb can differ, so check the council lookup if unsure. See Bin Day in Glenholme
Which buses serve Glenholme?
Routes 11 and 12, about every 30 min. There are 10 stops in the suburb. See Buses from Glenholme
Are dogs allowed in Glenholme?
Boyes Park: off leash. Rotorua Racecourse: off leash. See every dog park and walk in Rotorua.
What suburbs border Glenholme?
What is the character of Glenholme?
An established residential suburb with character homes from multiple eras — the oldest dating from 1910–1919, with significant stock from the mid-20th century. It is one of Rotorua's most settled and family-oriented suburbs.
When did Glenholme School open?
The school opened in 1948 and serves Years 1–6 students.
What is the history of St Mary's Catholic School?
It opened in 1924 as St Michael's School and later became St Mary's; it is now a state integrated Catholic primary school.
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Explore Rotorua only lists suburbs officially recognised by Land Information New Zealand (LINZ), and Glenholme is one of them. Suburb boundary: LINZ, CC BY 4.0.
Sources and data notes 8
- Official Suburb Facts: Boundary, area and neighbours: LINZ, CC BY 4.0. Population: Stats NZ 2023 Census usually resident population, CC BY 4.0, summed from the statistical areas inside the boundary.
- Who Lives in Glenholme: Stats NZ 2023 Census, CC BY 4.0. Figures are summed from the census areas inside the official Glenholme boundary. Percentages are of the people or homes that answered each question; a figure is left out when fewer than 100 answered.
- Schools in Glenholme: Ministry of Education school directory and enrolment zones (CC BY 4.0 and CC BY 3.0 NZ), October 2026.
- Bin Day in Glenholme: Rotorua Lakes Council collection areas.
- Streets in Glenholme: LINZ NZ Addresses road data, CC BY 4.0.
- Safety and Hazards: NZ Police victimisation data, CC BY 4.0, September 2025 to August 2026 (crimes inside homes are only published for burglary).
- Buses from Glenholme: Bay of Plenty Regional Council Baybus timetable data, CC BY 4.0.
- Weather and Rent at a Glance: NIWA climate averages 1991-2020 (via Figure.NZ); Tenancy Services rental bond data (new bonds in the suburb’s Stats NZ areas), July 2025 to June 2026, CC BY 3.0 NZ.