Lower Hutt

Why choose a retirement village in Lower Hutt?

Lower Hutt, nestled within the protective embrace of the Hutt Valley's hills, offers a delightful setting for retirees seeking a blend of natural beauty and urban convenience. Te Awa Kairangi/Hutt River meanders through the valley, adding to the charm of this urban locale. Known for its milder climate compared to Wellington, Lower Hutt boasts leafy streets and vibrant rose gardens, reflecting its pleasant weather.

The valley's expansive flat land, a rarity in the Wellington region, provides abundant sporting amenities, including the Trentham Racecourse, golf courses, and various recreation grounds. Lower Hutt is a shopper's paradise, featuring one of the country's largest malls and the quaint boutiques and legendary cafés of Petone. The seaside suburbs of Days Bay and Eastbourne offer beach and bush walks, with the capital city just a scenic ferry ride away.

Lower Hutt's walkability and easy access to public transport make it an ideal location for retirement. The city is well-connected with frequent train and bus services to Wellington and a network of buses linking its suburbs. This accessibility, combined with its serene environment, makes Lower Hutt a desirable retirement destination.

Explore a variety of retirement village options in Lower Hutt, ranging from established communities with villa and townhouse options to modern apartments with stunning views of the river or hills. Whether you're drawn by the area's natural beauty or its convenient amenities, Lower Hutt offers a fulfilling and enjoyable retirement experience.

A retirement village is a community specially built to cater for the needs and lifestyle of older people. Choosing to live in a retirement village can be a great option for those wanting to maintain their independence while living among a like-minded community of people.

Research shows most people enjoy a high level of satisfaction when living in a lifestyle or retirement village. For residents, the benefits can be numerous; these may include giving you peace of mind, new and varied activities and interests, new friendships, and time to be able to spend on the things you most enjoy.

Villages vary greatly – you’ll notice different-sized villages, from very few units to some with hundreds; different types of units within the same complex; newer villages and older villages. You will discover the community offering a wide range such as swimming pool, bowling green and café. Eligibility age differs across villages too – some villages may allow residents to enter at 55 while others commonly have an entry age between 65 and 75.

As well as providing a range of different accommodation options, many villages now offer alternatives, such as care suites, which combine village offerings and residential care components. Make sure you visit a village more than once before you make a decision, and if possible visit more than one village to get a feel for how each has its own culture.

When you are ready to visit some retirement villages, our checklist may help you with your assessment.