Springs Flat is a residential suburb in the northern part of Whangārei, sitting between Kamo to the south and more rural areas further north. It’s a quiet, largely residential area that serves as a base for families working in central Whangārei, with Excellere College — a Christian school for years 1 to 13 — as one of its most notable institutions. The name reflects the area’s springs heritage: Kamo Springs and Soda Spring are nearby natural features associated with the same groundwater system.
Practical Information
| Location | Northern Whangārei, north of Kamo suburb |
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| Population | Approximately 1,449 (2013 census) |
| Key institution | Excellere College — Christian school years 1–13 |
| Nearby features | Kamo Springs, Soda Spring |
| Access | Connected via Kamo Road and surrounding streets to central Whangārei |
About the Suburb
Springs Flat is one of the smaller residential communities in the Whangārei urban area, with a character defined by its position on the northern fringe of the established suburban belt. The area has been earmarked for residential growth — greenfields land nearby is planned for development in the coming years, with infrastructure improvements underway to support the expansion.
Excellere College is a state-integrated Christian school for students from years 1 through 13 — one of the few full-range schools in the Whangārei district catering from primary through to Year 13 on a single campus. It draws students from across the northern suburbs.
The Kamo Springs and Soda Spring are natural spring features associated with the geothermal groundwater system that once made the broader Kamo area a known destination for therapeutic bathing in the early twentieth century. These springs are part of the wider natural character of the northern Whangārei area.
Where to Learn More
Wikipedia — Springs Flat, Whangārei has basic suburb information and context within the wider Whangārei urban area.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Springs Flat in Whangarei?
Springs Flat is in the northern part of Whangārei, north of the Kamo suburb and connected to the city via Kamo Road and surrounding streets.
What school is in Springs Flat?
Excellere College — a state-integrated Christian school for years 1–13.
What are Kamo Springs?
Natural springs associated with the geothermal groundwater system of the northern Whangārei area. The springs gave Kamo and the surrounding area a reputation for therapeutic bathing in the early twentieth century.
Is Springs Flat growing?
Yes — greenfields land nearby is planned for residential development, and infrastructure improvements are underway to accommodate growth in this part of the Whangārei urban area.
See all Whangārei suburbs on our Whangārei suburbs page. The neighbouring suburb of Kamo (Te Kamo) has more services, shops and a longer-established community character.