Last updated October 2026
St Andrews is a north-western suburb of Hamilton in New Zealand’s Waikato region, known for its riverside setting and the historic Hamilton Golf Club. The suburb lies along the Waikato River and offers residents a mix of established homes, green spaces and convenient access to city facilities.
Its location in the West Ward provides a balance of suburban calm and recreational options centred on the river and golf course. Population growth has been steady, with the area attracting families and those seeking proximity to nature and amenities.
Official Suburb Facts
- Population (2023 Census)
- About 5,580, up 4% since 2018
- Land area
- 2.84 km²
- Location
- 4.2 km north-west of central Hamilton
- Council
- Hamilton City Council
- Neighbouring suburbs
- Te Rapa, Pukete, Beerescourt, Queenwood, Chartwell, Harrowfield
- Ward or local board
- West General Ward (Hamilton City Council)
- Nearby landmarks
- Hamilton Golf Club, Waikato River shared path, Mata Kauoki
Who Lives in St Andrews
About 5,580 residents in 2,040 households. From the 2023 Census, with the New Zealand figure alongside for comparison.
Schools in St Andrews
Three schools sit inside the St Andrews boundary. Some have an enrolment zone, so check an address is in zone before you buy or rent.
Also zoned for St Andrews
Show all 5 zoned schools
Zones change, so confirm with the school before relying on one.
Bin Day in St Andrews
by 7am on collection day, and not before 5pm the night before
Streets near a suburb edge can differ, so check the council lookup if unsure.
Streets in St Andrews
53 streets are in St Andrews. Search any street in Hamilton to see which suburb it is in.
Show all 53 streets in St Andrews
- A
- Arcus Street
- Ashley Street
- B
- Beadle Place
- Bowen Place
- Braid Road
- Brough Place
- Bryant Road
- Burn-Murdoch Street
- C
- Cattanach Street
- Cecil Street
- Clarkson Close
- Cotton Street
- Croall Crescent
- D
- Dale Place
- Dallinger Street
- Delamare Road
- Dover Road
- Duncan Road
- E
- Edwin Street
- English Street
- F
- Forsyth Street
- G
- Garland Drive
- Glading Place
- Glasgow Street
- Golf Grove
- Grassy Downs Place
- Gudex Court
- H
- Hampton Place
- Heath Street
- Hilton Road
- Hugh Place
- J
- Jamieson Crescent
- K
- Kingsley Street
- L
- Larnach Street
- M
- Maahutaupeke Place
- Madill Road
- Mahana Road
- Mangakoea Place
- Marnane Terrace
- Mears Road
- Minchin Crescent
- Morrow Avenue
- P
- Perclo Place
- Pukete Road
- S
- Sandwich Road
- Seamer Place
- St Andrews Terrace
- T
- Taylor Terrace
- Totara Drive
- V
- Vardon Road
- W
- Waiwherowhero Drive
- Warwick Avenue
- Wilfred Street
A long road is listed in each suburb it runs through.
Safety and Hazards
About the Hamilton average for the number of people who live here. Another 22 reports were at shops and businesses.
Buses from St Andrews
25 bus stops inside the suburb.
Typical weekday daytime frequency.
Handy Facilities
Weather and Rent at a Glance
Weather is city-wide; rent is for this suburb.
In St Andrews
Places and businesses inside the official St Andrews boundary.
Places
Businesses
See all businesses in St Andrews
About St Andrews
St Andrews occupies a scenic position beside the Waikato River in north-western Hamilton.
St Andrews occupies a scenic position beside the Waikato River in north-western Hamilton. The suburb features a parkland-style golf course that has operated on council reserve land since at least 1913, with the area holding Māori significance as Mata Kauoki, a former gardening site associated with Ngāti Koura and Ngāti Wairere.
The median age of 35.6 years is younger than the national figure of 38.1 years. Housing includes a range of traditional and more recent dwellings that appeal to families and professionals.
Shared paths along the Waikato River provide walking and cycling routes that connect St Andrews with other parts of Hamilton. The suburb lies within easy reach of schools, shops and healthcare services in greater Hamilton.
Community life centres on the golf club, river activities and local parks. The area’s development followed flood mitigation works upstream, transforming former flood-prone land into a stable residential neighbourhood.
Golf at St Andrews
The Hamilton Golf Club occupies a premier 18-hole course bounded by the Waikato River.
The Hamilton Golf Club occupies a premier 18-hole course bounded by the Waikato River. The club hosts tournaments and community events and maintains a parkland layout that attracts players from across the Waikato region.
The course sits on land leased to golf clubs since 1913. Its riverside location offers scenic views and contributes to the suburb’s identity as a golfing destination.
History and Development
St Andrews was historically subject to flooding from the Waikato River.
St Andrews was historically subject to flooding from the Waikato River. Completion of the Karāpiro Dam in 1947, with operations beginning in 1949, provided storage for storm flows and reduced flood risk, enabling residential growth.
The suburb’s Māori heritage includes intensive gardening at Mata Kauoki. European settlement and later suburban expansion followed the dam’s construction, shaping the current community alongside the established golf facility.
Recreation and Amenities
Residents enjoy the Hamilton City River Rides and Walks shared path that runs along the Waikato River near the golf course.
Residents enjoy the Hamilton City River Rides and Walks shared path that runs along the Waikato River near the golf course. The route offers views of the river, benches and grassy areas suitable for walking, jogging and cycling.
Additional recreational options include nearby parks and access to Hamilton’s wider network of facilities. Shopping, education and healthcare services are available within a short drive in the city.
Near St Andrews
Just outside St Andrews, within 5 km of its centre, nearest first.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many people live in St Andrews?
About 5,580 people lived in St Andrews at the 2023 Census, up 4% since 2018. See Who Lives in St Andrews
What school zones cover St Andrews?
The zones of St Andrews Middle School and Fraser High School cover all of St Andrews. Pukete School, Vardon School, Fairfield Intermediate and Maeroa Intermediate have zones covering part of it. Zones change, so check an address with the school. See Schools in St Andrews
When is bin day in St Andrews?
Wednesday. Bins go out by 7am on collection day, and not before 5pm the night before. Streets near the edge of the suburb can differ, so check the council lookup if unsure. See Bin Day in St Andrews
Which buses serve St Andrews?
Route 18, about every 30 min; route 1, about hourly. There are 25 stops in the suburb. See Buses from St Andrews
Are dogs allowed in St Andrews?
Waiwherowhero Park: off leash. See every dog park and walk in Hamilton.
What suburbs border St Andrews?
Are there walking or cycling paths in St Andrews?
Yes, the Hamilton City River Rides and Walks shared path follows the Waikato River through and near the suburb.
Does St Andrews have Māori heritage connections?
The golf course area was known as Mata Kauoki, a site of intensive gardening associated with Ngāti Koura and Ngāti Wairere.
What amenities are available locally?
Residents have access to river paths, parks, the golf club and nearby schools, shops and services in Hamilton.
Spotted something incorrect on this page? Let us know.
Explore Hamilton only lists suburbs officially recognised by Land Information New Zealand (LINZ), and St Andrews is one of them. Suburb boundary: LINZ, CC BY 4.0.
Related links 3
- Hamilton City Council: Official information on suburbs, parks, river paths and community planning.
- Stats NZ: Detailed 2023 census data and demographic summaries for Saint Andrews.
- Wikipedia (citing Stats NZ): Overview of suburb boundaries, population history and key features.
Sources and data notes 9
- Official Suburb Facts: Boundary, area and neighbours: LINZ, CC BY 4.0. Population: Stats NZ 2023 Census usually resident population, CC BY 4.0, summed from the statistical areas inside the boundary.
- Who Lives in St Andrews: Stats NZ 2023 Census, CC BY 4.0. Figures are summed from the census areas inside the official St Andrews boundary. Percentages are of the people or homes that answered each question; a figure is left out when fewer than 100 answered.
- Schools in St Andrews: Ministry of Education school directory and enrolment zones (CC BY 4.0 and CC BY 3.0 NZ), November 2026.
- Bin Day in St Andrews: Hamilton City Council collection areas.
- Streets in St Andrews: LINZ NZ Addresses road data, CC BY 4.0.
- Safety and Hazards: NZ Police victimisation data, CC BY 4.0, September 2025 to August 2026 (crimes inside homes are only published for burglary).
- Buses from St Andrews: Waikato Regional Council Busit timetable data.
- Handy Facilities: Hamilton City Council park finder (parks with public toilets); NZTA EVRoam charging sites.
- Weather and Rent at a Glance: NIWA climate averages 1991-2020 (via Figure.NZ); Tenancy Services rental bond data (new bonds in the suburb’s Stats NZ areas), July 2025 to June 2026, CC BY 3.0 NZ.