Quality of life survey 2026. Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland summary report

Author:

Ashleigh Prakash, Ipsos New Zealand

Source:

Ipsos New Zealand, Quality of Life Project, Auckland Council

Publication date:

2026

Topics:

People

Rangahau te Korou o te Ora. Quality of Life survey 2026. Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland summary report

Te Whakataki / Introduction

Rangahau te Korou o te Ora / The Quality of Life Project is a collaborative local government research project in Aotearoa New Zealand.1 Auckland Council is one of seven current participating councils across the country.

The project was established over 20 years ago, in response to the impacts of urbanisation on the wellbeing of New Zealand residents and communities. The primary objective of the study is to measure urban residents’ wellbeing and their perceptions of living in large urban areas, through a survey undertaken once every two years.

The survey provides data for councils across the country to use as part of their monitoring programmes, and to make important decisions that aim to improve life for residents and communities. It also contributes to public knowledge and research on wellbeing issues in New Zealand.

This report summarises the main findings from the full 2026 Auckland-specific report. This can be found on the Knowledge Auckland website.

A summary of Auckland Council technical report, TR2026/13

Auckland Council, November 2026