Palmerston North

Why choose a retirement village in Palmerston North?

Palmerston North, affectionately known as "Palmy", is a vibrant city within the Manawatū region, celebrated for its educational and cultural offerings. Home to Massey University, the city thrives on a dynamic knowledge economy, blending its agricultural roots with modern academic and cultural pursuits. The picturesque university grounds are just one of the city's attractions, alongside the New Zealand Rugby Museum, where both you and your grandchildren can dive into the history of the national game and even test your tackling skills.

Nestled in the heart of the North Island, Palmerston North serves as an ideal base for exploring the wider region. Within a few hours' drive, you can reach destinations like Hawke’s Bay, New Plymouth, Wellington, or engage in outdoor adventures like skiing on Mount Ruapehu or fishing on Lake Taupō. This accessibility makes Palmerston North a strategic and appealing location for retirement living.

Explore our website to find the retirement community that fits your lifestyle in Palmerston North or its charming neighbouring towns. Whether you're drawn in by the city's educational and cultural vibrancy or the region's accessibility and scenic beauty, you're sure to find a fulfilling retirement experience here.

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.