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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 top suburbs, ranked by locals for lifestyle and amenities. Matua is a quiet, desirable area for families, while Bethlehem is popular with retirees for its green feel and top schools. Otumoetai offers a shorter commute and leafy streets, with other top spots including Papamoa and Mount Maunganui.
Before choosing, be aware of Tauranga's significant traffic, check school zones carefully, and be vigilant for leaky homes, which are common in the region.
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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