Last updated October 2026
Pomare is a residential suburb in the south-western part of Rotorua. Its statistical area also includes the areas of Matipo Heights and Westbrook. Rotorua International Stadium sits on the eastern side of the suburb and serves as its most prominent landmark.
Pomare has a settled residential character with housing stock primarily from the mid-20th century onwards. It lies in Rotorua’s southern residential belt between the city centre and the Whakarewarewa area.
Official Suburb Facts
- Population (2023 Census)
- About 1,560, down 3% since 2018
- Land area
- 1.14 km²
- Location
- 3.0 km south-west of central Rotorua
- Council
- Rotorua District Council
- Neighbouring suburbs
- Sunnybrook, Matipo Heights, Springfield, Hillcrest, Fordlands, Utuhina
- Ward or local board
- Te Ipu Wai Auraki General Ward (Rotorua District Council)
- Nearby landmarks
- Rotorua International Stadium
Who Lives in Pomare
About 1,560 residents in 510 households. From the 2023 Census, with the New Zealand figure alongside for comparison.
Schools in Pomare
One school sits inside the Pomare boundary. It has an enrolment zone, so check an address is in zone before you buy or rent.
Also zoned for Pomare
Show all 6 zoned schools
Zones change, so confirm with the school before relying on one.
Bin Day in Pomare
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 Pomare
23 streets are in Pomare. Search any street in Rotorua to see which suburb it is in.
Show all 23 streets in Pomare
- A
- Amun Place
- B
- Bata Place
- C
- Carter Drive
- Cheops Street
- Cobbe Place
- D
- Devon Street West
- H
- Hapi Street
- Hathor Street
- K
- Knight Place
- L
- Luxor Place
- M
- Malfroy Road
- Matipo Avenue
- Memphis Place
- N
- Neri Crescent
- O
- Osiris Street
- P
- Petrie Street
- Pharoah Place
- Pukehangi Road
- R
- Rameses Place
- T
- Thebes Street
- Titoki Place
- W
- Westbourne Avenue
- Westbrook Place
A long road is listed in each suburb it runs through.
Safety and Hazards
Lower than the Rotorua average for the number of people who live here. Another 10 reports were at shops and businesses.
Buses from Pomare
8 bus stops inside the suburb.
Typical weekday daytime frequency.
Handy Facilities
Weather and Rent at a Glance
City-wide figures.
In Pomare
Places and businesses inside the official Pomare boundary.
Places
About Pomare
Pomare offers residents practical access to both Rotorua’s city centre and the Whakarewarewa Forest along with southern attractions.
Pomare offers residents practical access to both Rotorua’s city centre and the Whakarewarewa Forest along with southern attractions. Housing consists mainly of established stock built from the mid-1970s onward, with some newer construction in the Westbrook area.
The suburb’s position in Rotorua’s southern residential belt places it well for families seeking a community setting with easy reach to city amenities. Proximity to the international stadium brings event-day activity to nearby streets and facilities.
Pomare forms part of the broader southern suburbs that benefit from Rotorua’s geothermal and forest landscapes while maintaining a quiet residential feel.
Rotorua International Stadium
Rotorua International Stadium lies on the eastern edge of Pomare in the Westbrook area.
Rotorua International Stadium lies on the eastern edge of Pomare in the Westbrook area. It is a multi-purpose venue on Devon Street West that hosts rugby union, rugby league and other events. For local residents the stadium provides an amenity through its programming while requiring consideration for parking and traffic on major event days.
Proximity to Whakarewarewa Forest
Pomare sits close to Whakarewarewa Forest, also known as the Redwoods.
Pomare sits close to Whakarewarewa Forest, also known as the Redwoods. The forest lies an easy drive from the suburb via Tarawera Road or State Highway 5 and offers extensive walking and mountain biking trails. The network is approximately 15 minutes from central Rotorua and provides convenient recreational access for southern suburb residents.
Near Pomare
Just outside Pomare, within 5 km of its centre, nearest first.
Places
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Businesses
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Where to Learn More
Wikipedia — Pomare, Rotorua: geographic and demographic overview of the suburb.
Stats NZ — Pomare Place Summary: official 2018 Census population and demographic data.
Wikipedia — Rotorua International Stadium: details on the stadium’s location, facilities and events.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many people live in Pomare?
About 1,560 people lived in Pomare at the 2023 Census, down 3% since 2018. See Who Lives in Pomare
What school zones cover Pomare?
The zones of Westbrook School, Rotorua Intermediate, John Paul College, Rotorua Boys' High School and 2 more cover all of Pomare. Otonga Road School has a zone covering part of it. Zones change, so check an address with the school. See Schools in Pomare
When is bin day in Pomare?
Tuesday. 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 Pomare
Which buses serve Pomare?
Routes 8 and 9, about every 30 min. There are 8 stops in the suburb. See Buses from Pomare
Is Pomare in a flood zone?
About 12% of the land in Pomare is in the council's mapped flood areas. Check a street on the council map before you buy. See Safety and Hazards
What suburbs border Pomare?
Is Pomare close to Whakarewarewa Forest?
Yes. Whakarewarewa Forest is a short drive from Pomare, providing convenient access to its walking and mountain biking trails.
What is the housing character of Pomare?
Pomare features established residential housing, primarily from the mid-1970s onward, with a settled and family-oriented community feel.
What events does Rotorua International Stadium host?
The stadium hosts rugby union, rugby league and other sporting and community events at various levels.
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Explore Rotorua only lists suburbs officially recognised by Land Information New Zealand (LINZ), and Pomare is one of them. Suburb boundary: LINZ, CC BY 4.0.
Sources and data notes 9
- 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 Pomare: Stats NZ 2023 Census, CC BY 4.0. Figures are summed from the census areas inside the official Pomare boundary. Percentages are of the people or homes that answered each question; a figure is left out when fewer than 100 answered.
- Schools in Pomare: Ministry of Education school directory and enrolment zones (CC BY 4.0 and CC BY 3.0 NZ), October 2026.
- Bin Day in Pomare: Rotorua Lakes Council collection areas.
- Streets in Pomare: 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); Rotorua Lakes Council stormwater flood model and Bay of Plenty Regional Council Utuhina catchment model (depth 300 mm or more).
- Buses from Pomare: Bay of Plenty Regional Council Baybus timetable data, CC BY 4.0.
- Handy Facilities: Rotorua Lakes Council public toilets; NZTA EVRoam charging sites.
- Weather and Rent at a Glance: NIWA climate averages 1991-2020 (via Figure.NZ); Tenancy Services rental bond data (MBIE), CC BY 4.0, September 2025 to August 2026.