| Tamahere | |
|---|---|
| Basic information | |
| Local authority | Waikato District |
| Electoral ward | Waikato |
| Population | 4623 (2006 Census) |
| Surrounds | |
| North | Matangi |
| West | Peacocke |
| Northwest | Riverlea |
Tamahere is a semi-rural ward of the Waikato District on the outskirts of Hamilton.
According to the 2006 census, the Tamahere and Tauwhare area has a combined population of 4623. The Index of Socioeconomic Deprivation, ranked 1-10 from lowest to most deprived areas, lists the area at 2/10 (very low deprivation).
Tamahere Model Country School, a state primary (years 1-6) school, has as of 2014[update] a decile rating of 10 and a roll of 369.
Coordinates: 37°49′33.07″S 175°21′7.39″E / 37.8258528°S 175.3520528°E