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Patea
City in Taranaki, New Zealand
Overview
Patea is a small coastal town in Taranaki, New Zealand, known for its rich Maori and colonial history, riverside charm, and relaxed pace. Its picturesque coastal and riverside setting make it appealing to those seeking tranquility, friendly locals, and authentic rural New Zealand culture.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
New Zealand
Region
Taranaki
Population
1,240
Time Zone
Pacific/Auckland
Coordinates
-39.76°, 174.48°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
90
Female Safety
92
LGBTQ+ Safety
82
Traffic Safety
80
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$1,400
Local Cost
$940
Local Income
$1,900
Cashless
70
English
100
Temperature
14.6°C
Summer Avg
17.0°C
Winter Avg
12.2°C
Record High
25.1°C
Record Low
5.6°C
Humidity
82%
Precipitation
983 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
4
Walk Score
4
Footways
8.0
Airport
—
Distance
—
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-08.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 65/100.
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