Northcote offers a great mix of city convenience and natural beauty. Just 20 minutes from Auckland CBD, it's easy to get where you need to go while staying close to the things you love.
With beaches, parks, sports fields and native bush nearby, Northcote is a place where people and whānau can enjoy an active and connected lifestyle. Smales Farm, North Shore Hospital, schools, shops and public transport are all within easy reach.
Over the past five years, we've worked with local businesses, community groups and residents to help shape a neighbourhood people are proud to call home. Together, we're creating more than 1,700 new homes, along with safer streets, new parks, walking and cycling paths, and green spaces for everyone to enjoy.
Our homes come in a range of sizes and styles. Whether you're buying your first home, growing your whānau, or looking to downsize, there's a home to suit your needs. The neighbourhood includes both social housing and homes for sale, helping create a diverse and welcoming community.
We're also building a new town centre that will bring people, services and local businesses together. Designed to support the community, it will add to the vibrant neighbourhood already taking shape.
Northcote makes everyday living easy.
Parks, playgrounds, sports facilities, shops, cafés, schools and healthcare are all within easy reach. Spend weekends exploring nearby beaches and reserves, stay active on local walking and cycling paths, or enjoy the convenience of great transport connections across Auckland.
It's all part of a neighbourhood designed to help people and whānau stay connected, active and close to the things that matter most.
Northcote is well connected to the rest of Auckland, making it easy to get where you need to go. The Northern Motorway is just minutes away, while regular bus services and the Northern Busway provide convenient links to the city centre and beyond.
For local trips, walking and cycling routes help connect homes, parks, schools and community spaces. Whether you're commuting to work, heading into the city, or exploring the North Shore, Northcote keeps you close to the places that matter.
Northcote has great education options for all ages. Local schools are close by, making the school run simple and helping families stay connected to their community.
From primary school through to college, students can learn close to home. AUT's North Campus is also nearby for those looking to continue their studies.
With schools, parks and community spaces all within easy reach, Northcote is a place where tamariki and rangatahi can learn, play and grow.
Northcote has changed a lot over the years. What was once a farming area, known for growing fruit and strawberries, became a busy North Shore suburb as more people moved to the area.
The opening of the Auckland Harbour Bridge made it easier to travel across the harbour and helped Northcote grow into the connected community it is today. While much has changed, Northcote remains a place where people come together, build lasting connections and create a strong sense of community.
PROGRESS UPDATE: QUARTER 2, 2026
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