About living in Belmont, Devonport
Belmont sits in the middle of the peninsula, an ideal hub for active, growing families. Its wide, quiet streets are zoned for some of the area's most sought-after schools, including Belmont Primary, Belmont Intermediate and Takapuna Grammar. Sections here tend to be more generous too, leaving room for big backyards, a pool, or a custom renovation, while staying close to the beaches and the village.
Key Highlights & Landmarks
- Belmont Intermediate School
- Rose Centre Theatre
- Belmont Shops
- Narrow Neck Beach nearby
Explore other Devonport Peninsula suburbs
Every enclave on the peninsula offers its own unique community, architecture, and beach access.
Devonport Village
Devonport Village is the bustling, cultural heart of the peninsula. Historic Victorian storefronts, cosy bookstores and independent galleries give it a distinct European charm.
Cheltenham
Cheltenham is one of Devonport's most sought-after pockets, a tranquil, high-end enclave wrapped around a crescent of pristine sandy beach.
Stanley Point
Tucked on the western side of the peninsula, Stanley Point is one of Devonport's most tightly held enclaves. Small, welcoming and genuinely close-knit.
Narrow Neck
Narrow Neck sits where the Devonport peninsula pinches narrowest, with a gorgeous public sandy beach on one side and the Waitematā Golf Club on the other. It feels expansive and active.
Bayswater
Bayswater stretches north along the harbour's edge, blending maritime convenience with modern suburbia. With its own marina and ferry terminal, the commute to the city is direct and easy.
Hauraki
Hauraki is a sought-after coastal pocket at the gateway to the peninsula. Easy motorway access and coastal walkways lead straight to the southern end of Takapuna Beach.
