North West of Greenhithe is Coatesville and Dairy Flat. Previously an area of farming - lifestyle blocks and grand homes on large blocks are the steady change we have seen associated with urban sprawl.
Horse riding, is a common past time for residents and inner city riders.
Away from the fast pace of city a large number of people have moved to this close but tranquil setting.

Both Coatesville and Dairy flat are part of Rodney District Council and not the North Shore City Council, but its locality to the Shore and all its facilities and amenities makes it very much an extension being only a few minutes drive away.

Coatesville Pony Club, Dairy Flat Aerodrome, North Harbour Trotting & Country Club.

Coatesville School, Dairy Flat School