- Est. Median Value
- $968K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $360/wk
- Safety Score
- 71/100
- Green Space
- 95%
- Current Weather
- -4.2°C
- Median Age
- 42 yrs
~54 crimes/1k/yr
scattered clouds
Living in Akatarawa Valley
Is Akatarawa Valley a good place to live?
Akatarawa Valley is home to roughly 762 people across 140.2 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Akatarawa Valley scores 59 out of 100, with a safety score of 71/100 and 95% green space.
Schools: Akatarawa Valley has 2 schools in or near the suburb, spanning early-childhood through to secondary education. See the Schools tab below for the full list.
Housing: The estimated median value is around $968K, and weekly rent typically sits around $360.
Lifestyle: Akatarawa Valley has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is -4.2°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Akatarawa Valley is right for you depends on what you’re looking for. Use the data and community tips below to decide if it suits your lifestyle, family and budget.
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Livability Breakdown
- Safety71
- Amenities28
- Schools83
- Housing Affordability39
- Green space100
- Community89
- Transport40
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $968K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $360/wk
- Median HH Income
- $134K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +17.6%
- Data Year
- 2023
Key Financial Indicators (NZD)
† Est. Median Value is suburb.co.nz's own estimate, modelled from available public data. We aim for accuracy, but where data is limited, estimates may be imprecise.
Nearby Suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which schools are in zone for Akatarawa Valley?
- Children living in Akatarawa Valley are in zone for St Oran's College, Hutt International Boys' School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Akatarawa Valley?
- Use the School Zone Checker on this page. Enter your address to check your school zone and see which schools you have a guaranteed right to enrol at.
- What is the postcode for Akatarawa Valley?
- The postcode for Akatarawa Valley is 5372.
- What is the population of Akatarawa Valley?
- Akatarawa Valley has 762 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Akatarawa Valley?
- The estimated median property value in Akatarawa Valley is $968K. Median weekly rent is $360/week.
- Where is Akatarawa Valley?
- Akatarawa Valley is in Upper Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand.
- Is Akatarawa Valley a good place to live?
- Akatarawa Valley scores 59/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Akatarawa Valley
Schools in zone for Akatarawa Valley
Children living in Akatarawa Valley have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
St Oran's College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 504 · decile 10
Hutt International Boys' School
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 653 · decile 10
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Akatarawa Valley. School enrolment zones (home zones) decide which schools your child has a guaranteed right to enrol at.
Address matching is approximate and based on OpenStreetMap geocoding — confirm an exact result near a zone boundary directly with the school.
Explore Akatarawa Valley
Things to do(12)
Tractor trailer ride
Donkeys
Highland cows
Old Bush Settlement
Arapawa Island goats
Whio aviary
Toe toe aviary
Trout pond
Pond aviary
Kunekune pigs
Kia Enclosure
Hemana Heights Akatarawa Nz
Parks & green spaces
Parks and reserves for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Healthcare
Pharmacies and clinics for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Eat & Drink in Akatarawa Valley
Places to eat & drink(1)
Staglands Café
Beauty & Fitness in Akatarawa Valley
Beauty & fitness(1)
Hemana Heights Akatarawa Nz
Professional Services in Akatarawa Valley
Professional services(1)
Woods Engineering
Akatarawa Valley Weather
Current conditions: -4.2°C, scattered clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 14.92 | 8.25 | 5.55 | 10.96 |
| ☀️ Feb | 13.6 | 8.03 | 10.67 | 8.97 |
| 🍂 Mar | 11.95 | 5.99 | 6.32 | 8.8 |
| 🍂 Apr | 10.75 | 5.31 | 5.89 | 7.54 |
| 🍂 May | 8.46 | 3.69 | 6.9 | 6.34 |
| ❄️ Jun | 6.59 | 2.21 | 5.63 | 5.55 |
| ❄️ Jul | 5.48 | 1.08 | 7.63 | 5.12 |
| ❄️ Aug | 5.38 | 0.93 | 10.12 | 5.72 |
| 🌸 Sep | 7.09 | 1.99 | 8.11 | 7.22 |
| 🌸 Oct | 8.3 | 2.64 | 7 | 8.64 |
| 🌸 Nov | 10.73 | 4.71 | 7.33 | 9.45 |
| ☀️ Dec | 13.09 | 7.05 | 8.02 | 9.13 |
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