Last updated October 2026
Unsworth Heights is a residential central-North Shore Auckland suburb — modern family housing, the well-known Wairau Valley commercial precinct nearby, and easy SH1 motorway access making it one of the more commute-friendly North Shore destinations.
Official Suburb Facts
- Population (2023 Census)
- About 6,240, up 2% since 2018
- Land area
- 1.91 km²
- Location
- 11.0 km north-west of central Auckland
- Council
- Auckland Council
- Neighbouring suburbs
- Rosedale, Tōtara Vale, Greenhithe
- Ward or local board
- Upper Harbour Local Board
- Getting there
- Buses on Diana Drive; SH1 access via the Sunnynook/Wairau interchange
- Main shopping
- Wairau Valley bulk retail precinct, immediately east
Who Lives in Unsworth Heights
About 6,240 residents in 2,140 households. From the 2023 Census, with the New Zealand figure alongside for comparison.
Schools in Unsworth Heights
One school sits inside the Unsworth Heights boundary.
Also zoned for Unsworth Heights
Source: Ministry of Education school directory and enrolment zones (CC BY 4.0 and CC BY 3.0 NZ), October 2026. Zones change, so confirm with the school before relying on one.
Bin Day in Unsworth Heights
Auckland Council sets collection days street by street. Look up your address to get your day and which bins go out.
Find your bin day and what goes in each binSafety and Hazards
Lower than the Auckland average for the number of people who live here. Another 5 reports were at shops and businesses.
Sources: NZ Police victimisation data, CC BY 4.0, September 2025 to August 2026 (crimes inside homes are only published for burglary); Auckland Council tsunami evacuation zones (2024) and flood plains.
Buses from Unsworth Heights
33 bus stops inside the suburb.
Source: Auckland Transport timetable data. Typical weekday daytime frequency.
Handy Facilities
Source: Auckland Council park assets (public toilets); NZTA EVRoam charging sites.
Weather and Rent at a Glance
Sources: NIWA climate averages 1991-2020 (via Figure.NZ); Tenancy Services rental bond data (MBIE), CC BY 4.0, September 2025 to August 2026. City-wide figures.
About Unsworth Heights
Unsworth Heights is a quieter residential central-North Shore suburb — substantially developed over the past 3...
Unsworth Heights is a quieter residential central-North Shore suburb — substantially developed over the past 30 years with modern family housing. Strong family demographic with proximity to the Wairau Valley commercial precinct giving residents employment and retail amenity within easy driving distance.
Wairau Valley Commercial Precinct
The Wairau Valley commercial precinct immediately east of Unsworth Heights is one of Auckland’s largest commer...
The Wairau Valley commercial precinct immediately east of Unsworth Heights is one of Auckland’s largest commercial/light-industrial precincts — bulk retail (furniture, appliances, hardware), automotive services, light manufacturing and substantial office space. The precinct gives Unsworth Heights residents extensive employment options within walking/cycling distance and major retail access.
Motorway Access
Unsworth Heights’ SH1 motorway access via the Sunnynook/Wairau interchange is a key advantage — ~22-minute CBD...
Unsworth Heights’ SH1 motorway access via the Sunnynook/Wairau interchange is a key advantage — ~22-minute CBD commute in off-peak conditions. The combination of motorway access plus the wider Albany/Glenfield amenities makes Unsworth Heights a practical commute-friendly North Shore destination.
Near Unsworth Heights
Just outside Unsworth Heights, within 5 km of its centre, nearest first.
Places
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Businesses
Where to Learn More
Kaipātiki Local Board — local government area.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Unsworth Heights?
Central North Shore Auckland. ~14 km from CBD.
What’s Wairau Valley?
Major Auckland commercial/light-industrial precinct immediately east — bulk retail, automotive, light manufacturing.
How do I commute to CBD?
SH1 motorway via Sunnynook/Wairau interchange — ~22 min in off-peak conditions.
Which school is in Unsworth Heights?
Westminster Christian School is the local school.
How do I get to Unsworth Heights by bus?
Buses run along Diana Drive through Unsworth Heights.
What is Unsworth Heights like to live in?
It is a quieter suburb, mostly developed over the past 30 years with modern family housing.
For more North Shore suburbs see Auckland Suburbs.
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Explore Auckland only lists suburbs officially recognised by Land Information New Zealand (LINZ), and Unsworth Heights is one of them. Suburb boundary: LINZ, CC BY 4.0.