The New Zealand Health Survey (NZHS) provides information about the health and wellbeing of New Zealanders. The NZHS became a continuous survey in 2011, enabling the publication of annual updates on the health of New Zealanders.
On this page:
- latest survey results
- about the survey
- survey methodology and information
- how to access survey microdata
- 2021/22 Health Survey publications
- 2020/21 Health Survey publications
- 2019/20 Health Survey publications
- 2018/19 Health Survey publications
- 2017/18 Health Survey publications
- 2016/17 Health Survey publications
- 2015/16 Health Survey publications
- 2014/15 Health Survey publications
- 2013/14 Health Survey publications
- 2012/13 Health Survey publications
- 2011/12 Health Survey publications
- 2006/07 Health Survey publications
- 2002/03 Health Survey publications
- 1996/97 Health Survey publications
- 1992/93 Health Survey publications
Latest survey results
Racial Discrimination 2011/12, 2016/17 and 2020/21: New Zealand Health Survey
This report presents information on adults’ experiences of racial discrimination in the past 12 months and over their lifetime.
Smoking status of daily vapers: New Zealand Health Survey 2017/18 to 2021/22
This report presents results from a new analysis to determine the smoking status of daily vapers by current smoker, ex-smoker or never-smoker status. This is based on New Zealand Health Survey data from 2017/18 to 2021/22.
Annual Update of Key Results 2021/22: New Zealand Health Survey
The Annual Data Explorer presents survey results on the health of New Zealanders through the publication of a wealth of indicators on health behaviours, health status and access to health care for both adults and children.
Adults’ Dietary Habits: Findings from the 2018/19 and 2019/20 New Zealand Health Survey
This module in the 2018/19 and 2019/20 New Zealand Health Survey asked adults about their dietary habits, such as their usual eating patterns.
Children’s Dietary Habits: Findings from the 2018/19 and 2019/20 New Zealand Health Survey
This module in the 2018/19 and 2019/20 New Zealand Health Survey asked primary caregivers about their child’s dietary habits, such as their usual eating patterns.
Understanding health and healthcare 2017/18: New Zealand Health Survey
This module in the 2017/18 New Zealand Health Survey asked people how they find, understand and use health information and healthcare services.
About the survey
Information collected through the New Zealand Health Survey supports the development of health services, policy and strategy. Survey data is collected continuously but findings are reported annually.
The results provide data for people selected for the survey period from July to June each year. Over 13,000 adults and the parents or primary caregivers of over 4,000 children take part in the survey each year. COVID-19 has impacted the collection of survey data in the last three years. The number of interviews for 2021/22 is about one-third of the usual sample size.
Survey methodology and information
Methodology Report 2021/22: New Zealand Health Survey
This methodology report details the procedures and protocols followed to ensure the New Zealand Health Survey produces the high-quality and robust data expected of official statistics.
Questionnaires and Content Guide 2021/22: New Zealand Health Survey
The questionnaires and content guide give information about the content of the adult and child surveys.
Sample Design from 2015/16: New Zealand Health Survey
This report outlines the sample design of the New Zealand Health Survey.
Sample Design, Years 1–3 (2011–2013): New Zealand Health Survey
This report describes the sample design of the New Zealand Health Survey which has been in the field from April 2011.
The New Zealand Health Survey: Objectives and topic areas
This report outlines the key information domains and topic areas in the survey.
Access to survey microdata
Researchers can apply to access the Confidentialised Unit Record Files (CURFs) from Ministry of Health population surveys after the key survey results have been released.
CURFs have had all identifying information about individuals removed, and have been modified to protect individual information.
You can view a list of available CURFs at Access to survey microdata.
Researcher access to these datasets is managed through Statistics New Zealand. Go to Confidentialised Unit Record Files on the Statistics New Zealand website to view the eligibility criteria, the protocol for applying for access and the application form to access microdata.
Where respondents have given their consent for data linkage, the New Zealand Health Survey data has also been added to the Integrated Data Infrastructure which is managed by Stats NZ. Integrating the New Zealand Health Survey with other data sources enables rich insights to help provide better health care. Go to Integrated Data Infrastructure on the Stats NZ website to view the eligibility criteria, the protocol for applying for access and the application form to access microdata.
2021/22 publications
- Annual Update of Key Results 2021/22: New Zealand Health Survey
- Methodology Report 2021/22: New Zealand Health Survey
- Questionnaires and Content Guide 2021/22: New Zealand Health Survey
- Smoking status of daily vapers: New Zealand Health Survey 2017/18 to 2021/22
2020/21 publications
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Racial Discrimination 2011/12, 2016/17 and 2020/21: New Zealand Health Survey
- Annual Update of Key Results 2020/21: New Zealand Health Survey
- Methodology Report 2020/21: New Zealand Health Survey
- Questionnaires and Content Guide 2020/21: New Zealand Health Survey
- Provisional monthly results on COVID-19 impacts: 2020/21 New Zealand Health Survey
2019/20 publications
- Adults’ Dietary Habits: Findings from the 2018/19 and 2019/20 New Zealand Health Survey
- Children’s Dietary Habits: Findings from the 2018/19 and 2019/20 New Zealand Health Survey
- Regional Results 2017–2020: New Zealand Health Survey
- Annual Update of Key Results 2019/20: New Zealand Health Survey
- Tier 1 Statistics 2019/20: New Zealand Health Survey (archived; data included in latest annual results)
- Methodology Report 2019/20: New Zealand Health Survey
- Questionnaires and Content Guide 2019/20: New Zealand Health Survey
2018/19 publications
- Annual Update of Key Results 2018/19: New Zealand Health Survey
- Tier 1 statistics 2018/19: New Zealand Health Survey (archived; data included in latest annual results)
- Methodology Report 2018/19: New Zealand Health Survey
- Questionnaires and Content Guide 2018/19: New Zealand Health Survey
2017/18 publications
- Annual Update of Key Results 2017/18: New Zealand Health Survey
- Tier 1 statistics 2017/18: New Zealand Health Survey (archived; data included in latest annual results)
- Methodology Report 2017/18: New Zealand Health Survey
- Questionnaires and Content Guide 2017/18: New Zealand Health Survey
- Understanding health and healthcare 2017/18: New Zealand Health Survey
2016/17 publications
- Mental health 2016/17: New Zealand Health Survey
- Annual Data Explorer 2016/17: New Zealand Health Survey
- Regional Results 2014–2017: New Zealand Health Survey (archived; data included in latest annual results)
- Tier 1 statistics 2016/17: New Zealand Health Survey (archived; data included in latest annual results)
- Methodology Report 2016/17: New Zealand Health Survey
- Questionnaires and Content Guide 2016/17: New Zealand Health Survey
2015/16 publications
- Annual Update of Key Results 2015/16: New Zealand Health Survey
- Tier 1 statistics 2015/16: New Zealand Health Survey (archived; data included in latest annual results)
- Tobacco and electronic cigarette use 2015/16: New Zealand Health Survey
- Social, Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties in New Zealand Children
- Amphetamine Use 2015/16: New Zealand Health Survey
- Household Food Insecurity among Children: New Zealand Health Survey
- Indicator Interpretation Guide 2015/16: New Zealand Health Survey
- Methodology Report 2015/16: New Zealand Health Survey
- Questionnaires and Content Guide 2015/16: New Zealand Health Survey
- Sample Design from 2015/16: New Zealand Health Survey
2014/15 publications
- Biomedical results 2014/15: New Zealand Health Survey
- Sexual and reproductive health 2014/15: New Zealand Health Survey
- Private Health Insurance Coverage 2011–15: New Zealand Health Survey
- Questionnaires and Content Guide 2014/15: New Zealand Health Survey
- Annual Update of Key Results 2014/15: New Zealand Health Survey (in the Library Catalogue)
- Tier 1 statistics 2014/15: New Zealand Health Survey (archived; data included in latest annual results)
- Amphetamine Use 2014/15: New Zealand Health Survey (in the Library Catalogue)
- Indicator Interpretation Guide 2014/15: New Zealand Health Survey (in the Library Catalogue)
- Methodology Report 2014/15: New Zealand Health Survey
2013/14 publications
- Understanding Excess Body Weight: New Zealand Health Survey
- Questionnaires and Content Guide 2013/14: New Zealand Health Survey
- Annual Update of Key Results 2013/14: New Zealand Health Survey (in the Library Catalogue)
- Regional results from the 2011–2014 New Zealand Health Survey (archived; data included in latest regional results)
- Amphetamine Use 2013/14: New Zealand Health Survey (in the Library Catalogue)
- Indicator Interpretation Guide 2013/14: New Zealand Health Survey (in the Library Catalogue)
- Methodology Report 2013/14: New Zealand Health Survey (in the Library Catalogue)
2012/13 publications
- Alcohol Use 2012/13: New Zealand Health Survey
- Tobacco Use 2012/13: New Zealand Health Survey
- Cannabis Use 2012/13: New Zealand Health Survey
- Questionnaires and Content Guide 2012/13: New Zealand Health Survey
- New Zealand Health Survey: Annual update of key findings 2012/13 (in the Library Catalogue)
- Regional results from the 2011–13 New Zealand Health Survey (archived; data included in latest regional results)
- Amphetamine Use 2012/13: Key findings of the New Zealand Health Survey (in the Library Catalogue)
- Methodology Report 2012/13 (in the Library Catalogue)
2011/12 publications
- Patient Experience 2011/12
- Emergency Department Use 2011/12
- Gambling and problem gambling: results of the 2011/12 New Zealand health survey
- Questionnaires and Content Guide 2011/12: New Zealand Health Survey
- Sample Design, Years 1–3 (2011–2013): New Zealand Health Survey
- The Health of New Zealand Adults 2011/12 (in the Library Catalogue)
- The Health of New Zealand Children 2011/12 (in the Library Catalogue)
- The Health of Māori Adults and Children 2011/12 (in the Library Catalogue)
- The Health of Pacific Adults and Children 2011/12 (in the Library Catalogue)
- Regional results 2011/12 (archived; data included in latest regional results)
- Hazardous drinking 2011/12 (in the Library Catalogue)
- Problem Gambling 2011/12: Preliminary Results (in the Library Catalogue)
- Methodology report 2011/12 (in the Library Catalogue)
2006/07 publications
- A Portrait of Health: Key results of the 2006/07 New Zealand Health Survey (in the Library Catalogue)
- A focus on problem gambling 2006/07 (in the Library Catalogue)
- A focus on Māori and pacific children 2006/07 (in the Library Catalogue)
- Methodology report 2006/07 (in the Library Catalogue)
- Content guide 2006/07 (in the Library Catalogue)
- Body Size Technical Report: Measurements and classifications in the 2006/07 New Zealand Health Survey
2002/03 publications
- A Portrait of Health: Key results of the 2002/03 New Zealand Health Survey (in the Library Catalogue)
1996/97 publications
- Taking the Pulse: The 1996/97 New Zealand Health Survey (in the Library Catalogue)
1992/93 publications
- A Picture of Health (in the Library Catalogue)
- Shaping Up: A profile of New Zealanders’ patterns of smoking, drinking, exercise and body mass index (in the Library Catalogue)