Last updated October 2026
Springfield is a suburb of Rotorua. The suburb features an established leafy residential character with mature plantings and settled streetscapes.
Official Suburb Facts
- Population (2023 Census)
- About 3,770, about the same as 2018
- Land area
- 4.14 km²
- Location
- 4.8 km south-west of central Rotorua
- Council
- Rotorua District Council
- Neighbouring suburbs
- Tihiotonga, Matipo Heights, Ngongotahā Valley, Pomare, Hillcrest, Whakarewarewa, Glenholme
- Ward or local board
- Te Ipu Wai Auraki General Ward (Rotorua District Council)
- Schools
- Otonga Road School
- Nearby landmarks
- Springfield Golf Club
Who Lives in Springfield
About 3,770 residents in 1,280 households. From the 2023 Census, with the New Zealand figure alongside for comparison.
In Springfield
Places and businesses inside the official Springfield boundary.
Places
About Springfield
Springfield lies within the Rotorua urban area. Its established residential setting includes mature vegetation and housing stock that has developed landscape character over decades.
Springfield Golf Club began operations in 1947 and developed its course from 1948, adding a recreational element within the suburb. The area maintains practical access to Rotorua’s central services, schools and arterial routes.
Location and Access
Springfield sits in Rotorua’s established residential zone, providing convenient proximity to the CBD, commercial areas and recreational resources such as Lake Rotorua and nearby forests. Residents benefit from connections to the city’s main road network and local amenities.
Near Springfield
Just outside Springfield, within 5 km of its centre, nearest first.
Places
Businesses
Where to Learn More
Wikipedia — Springfield, Rotorua: demographic data, history and suburb overview citing Stats NZ sources.
Stats NZ — Springfield Place Summaries: official census statistics and population data for the suburb.
Rotorua Lakes Council: local authority information on Rotorua suburbs and services.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Springfield in Rotorua?
Within the Rotorua urban area as an established residential suburb with convenient access to the CBD and main arterial routes.
What is the character of Springfield?
Established and leafy with settled streetscapes, mature vegetation and housing that has developed landscape character over time.
Does Springfield have any notable facilities?
Yes, the Springfield Golf Club, which started in 1947 and developed its course from 1948.
Is Springfield a good area for families?
It offers proximity to schools, services and recreational options within Rotorua’s established residential network.
Which school is in Springfield?
Otonga Road School is located within Springfield.
Which council ward is Springfield in?
Springfield is in the Te Ipu Wai Auraki General Ward of Rotorua District Council.
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Explore Rotorua only lists suburbs officially recognised by Land Information New Zealand (LINZ), and Springfield is one of them. Suburb boundary: LINZ, CC BY 4.0.