How about we stroll through Tōtara Vale? This suburb on Auckland’s North Shore has a story to tell. Tōtara Vale is more than just houses and streets. It is a community with a past and a present.
Tōtara Vale covers 1.69 square kilometers. Around 7360 people call it home. That is a population density of 4,355 people per square kilometer.
Let’s jump back in time. Most of the houses you see here were built between 1970 and 1979. Tōtara Vale started growing back then.
Did you realize Tōtara Vale is divided into two parts? There is Tōtara Vale North and Tōtara Vale South. Each has its own character.
In Tōtara Vale North the median income is about $47,800. Tōtara Vale South folks earn a median of $45,400. These figures give you an idea of the economic landscape.
Here in Tōtara Vale you will find Rewi Alley Reserve. Rewi Alley was a New Zealander. He spent much of his life in China. The reserve serves as a memorial to him.
Interestingly 43.8% of people in Tōtara Vale are renters. This is a significant portion of the population. Many live in three-bedroom homes. In fact 54.1% of tenants prefer this size. Also many residents own two cars. About 37.7% to be exact.
The average house value in Tōtara Vale is around $1,020,100. The housing market has seen some changes. It is down 4.0% from what it was two years ago.
Consider this Tōtara Vale has a diverse population. In the 2023 census 38.5% identified as European. Another 51.5% identified as Asian.
Also Target Road School is here in Tōtara Vale. It opened its doors in 1967. As of late 2024 the school had 446 students.
So as you wander through Tōtara Vale remember its story. It is a tale of growth. It is also a tale of community and change. It is a vibrant part of Auckland.