Last updated October 2026
Campbells Bay is an upscale North Shore Auckland coastal suburb on the East Coast Bays — combining sheltered Hauraki Gulf beach access with mature established residential streets, the well-regarded Campbells Bay School, and the spectacular cliff-top position overlooking Rangitoto.
Official Suburb Facts
- Population (2023 Census)
- About 2,860, down 1% since 2018
- Land area
- 1.73 km²
- Location
- 11.0 km north of central Auckland
- Council
- Auckland Council
- Neighbouring suburbs
- Mairangi Bay, Forrest Hill, Castor Bay, Sunnynook
- Getting there
- Buses on East Coast Road; SH1 motorway access
- Nearby landmarks
- Campbells Bay Beach
Who Lives in Campbells Bay
About 2,860 residents in 970 households. From the 2023 Census, with the New Zealand figure alongside for comparison.
Schools in Campbells Bay
There is no school inside the Campbells Bay boundary, but these schools have enrolment zones that cover some or all of it.
Zoned for Campbells Bay
Show all 7 zoned schools
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 Campbells Bay
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 1 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 Campbells Bay
17 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 Campbells Bay
Campbells Bay is one of the upscale East Coast Bays suburbs, with the residential streets climbing up from the...
Campbells Bay is one of the upscale East Coast Bays suburbs, with the residential streets climbing up from the sheltered beach through cliff-top streets with Hauraki Gulf and Rangitoto views.
The combination of beach access, mature gardens, and the well-regarded local schools makes Campbells Bay one of the more desirable upper-North Shore family suburbs, with property prices among the higher East Coast Bays.
Campbells Bay Beach
Campbells Bay Beach is a sheltered sand cove between rocky headlands — popular with families for safe swimming...
Campbells Bay Beach is a sheltered sand cove between rocky headlands — popular with families for safe swimming in the calm Hauraki Gulf conditions. The beach has summer surf-lifesaving patrols, public toilets, and grass reserve at the back.
The combination of small intimate scale and reliable family conditions distinguishes it from the larger and busier Browns Bay further north or Takapuna further south.
Schools and Family Demographic
Campbells Bay falls within the Campbells Bay School (primary, consistently well-rated) and the wider Westlake...
Campbells Bay falls within the Campbells Bay School (primary, consistently well-rated) and the wider Westlake Boys / Westlake Girls high school zones — among the more sought-after North Shore state school combinations.
The schools plus the coastal residential position drive much of Campbells Bay’s family appeal, with the area consistently among the more desirable upper-North Shore destinations for families with school-aged children.
Near Campbells Bay
Just outside Campbells Bay, within 5 km of its centre, nearest first.
Places
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Businesses
Where to Learn More
Campbells Bay School — local primary school.
Safeswim — Campbells Bay Beach — real-time water quality monitoring.
Hibiscus and Bays Local Board — local government area.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Campbells Bay?
East Coast Bays, North Shore Auckland. ~17 km from CBD.
What’s Campbells Bay Beach like?
Sheltered family swimming cove between rocky headlands with summer lifeguard patrols.
What schools?
Campbells Bay School (primary), Westlake Boys / Westlake Girls (secondary zones).
What’s the character?
Upscale coastal residential with strong family demographic and Hauraki Gulf views.
How do I get to Campbells Bay by bus?
Buses run on East Coast Road, and there is SH1 motorway access for drivers.
What facilities are at Campbells Bay Beach?
The beach has summer surf-lifesaving patrols, public toilets and a grass reserve at the back.
For more East Coast Bays suburbs see Auckland Suburbs.
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Explore Auckland only lists suburbs officially recognised by Land Information New Zealand (LINZ), and Campbells Bay is one of them. Suburb boundary: LINZ, CC BY 4.0.