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The 9 Best Suburbs in New Plymouth, Ranked by Locals

The suburbs NP residents actually rate

Ben Tutty
Last updated: 5 August 2026 | 4 min read
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Discover New Plymouth's top suburbs, as ranked by locals. Fitzroy is the premium coastal choice with great schools and cafes, but it's expensive. Bell Block offers modern family living and new builds, though traffic can be heavy.

For prestige, Brooklands features character homes by Pukekura Park. Other popular spots include Hurdon for new housing, Moturoa for water sports, and family-friendly Vogeltown. Whaler's Gate is a newer suburb worth watching for its modern homes.

1. Fitzroy

2. Bell Block

3. Brooklands

4. Hurdon

New Plymouth is one of NZ's most beautiful coastal cities.

5. Merrilands

6. Frankleigh Park

7. Moturoa

9. Vogeltown

9. Whaler's Gate

Suburbs worth a mention if you want to go further out

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