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The 7 best suburbs in Tauranga: Ranked by locals
Where to live in T-town

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Discover Tauranga's best suburbs for buying or renting, ranked by locals on commute, safety, and lifestyle. Before moving, be aware of the city's significant traffic, specific school zoning, and the high prevalence of leaky homes.
Top-ranked suburbs offer diverse options for different needs:
- Matua: A quiet, family-friendly peninsula.
- Bethlehem: Popular with retirees and families.
- Otumoetai: Established and close to town.
- Papamoa: A fast-growing beach suburb.
- Mount Maunganui: Iconic but expensive coastal living.
Must-know before buying or renting in Tauranga
How did we come up with our rankings?
Tuaranga features may peninsulas, which looks beautiful, but makes traffic tricky
1. Matua
2. Bethlehem
3. Otumoetai
Papamoa features 55km of white sand coastline.
4. Papamoa
5. Mount Maunganui
6. Tauranga Central
Brookfield in the foreground - Mount Maunganui in the background.
7. Brookfield
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