Dannemora, Auckland: A Diverse East Auckland Suburb in the Botany Area

Dannemora is a residential suburb in east Auckland, south of Shamrock Park and close to Botany Downs, Chapel Road, and the Flat Bush area. Like many of the east Auckland suburbs around it, it developed through the 1990s and early 2000s on previously rural land and now forms part of the broader Botany residential cluster.

Dannemora has a notably diverse population — the 2023 census recorded 55.1% of residents identifying as Asian, alongside significant European, Māori, Pasifika, and other communities. It is part of the Howick Local Board area.

Practical Information

Location East Auckland — Howick Local Board area, near Chapel Road and Kilkenny Drive
Adjacent suburbs Shamrock Park, Botany Downs, East Tāmaki Heights, Flat Bush, Pakuranga
Population 4,269 (2023 census)
Character Diverse residential suburb — 1990s–2000s development, family homes

About Dannemora

Dannemora sits at the southern edge of the Botany area in east Auckland. The suburb developed primarily in the 1990s and 2000s as the eastern urban boundary of Auckland expanded rapidly. It is a predominantly residential area without a distinct village centre — the nearby Botany Town Centre serves as the main commercial hub for shopping, dining, and services.

The suburb is well-placed for families, with Botany Downs Secondary College — one of Auckland’s larger secondary schools — close by. The surrounding area has parks and reserves accessible via Chapel Road and the wider Flat Bush network.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dannemora in Auckland?
Dannemora is in east Auckland, part of the Howick Local Board area. It is near Chapel Road and Kilkenny Drive, adjacent to Shamrock Park, Botany Downs, and Flat Bush.

What is Dannemora known for?
Dannemora is a diverse, family-oriented residential suburb that developed in the 1990s–2000s. Its 2023 census recorded 55.1% of residents identifying as Asian, alongside other communities.

What is near Dannemora?
Botany Town Centre is the main nearby commercial hub. Shamrock Park and East Tāmaki Heights are adjacent suburbs. The wider Flat Bush area and Whitford Forest provide outdoor recreation nearby.

For more on east Auckland, see our guide to East Auckland and nearby Botany Downs.