- Est. Median Value
- $892K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $550/wk
- Safety Score
- 48/100
- Green Space
- 47%
- Current Weather
- 9.1ยฐC
- Median Age
- 28 yrs
~77 crimes/1k/yr
overcast clouds
Living in Aro Valley
Aro Valley is a small inner-city Wellington suburb tucked between Brooklyn and Kelburn, around 1 km west of the CBD. The valley is 126 hectares of narrow streets, heritage cottages, mature trees and a community spirit that punches well above the suburb's population (around 2,000). It was first developed in the 1860s as a small-cottage neighbourhood for early Wellington workers, and a remarkable amount of that original housing stock is still standing.
The Aro Valley Cottages Heritage Area is protected by the city council, which means the suburb has kept its distinctive Victorian and Edwardian character through every redevelopment wave. The Wesleyan Methodist Hall (1903, restored 2019) is at one end of Aro Street; the Aro Valley Community Centre and Aro Park are at the other.
The Aro Valley Fair, the suburb's biggest annual event, takes over Aro Park each March, with the legendary AroLympics (street-vs-street community games) at the heart of it. It is exactly as fun as it sounds. Aro Valley has a long-standing reputation as Wellington's most politically active suburb and remains a Green Party stronghold.
Bohemian, dense, leafy, and 10 minutes' walk from Cuba Street.
Is Aro Valley a good place to live?
Aro Valley is home to roughly 3,582 people. On Suburb's overall livability scale, Aro Valley scores 55 out of 100, with a safety score of 48/100 and 47% green space.
Schools: Aro Valley has 45 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 $892K, and weekly rent typically sits around $550.
Lifestyle: Aro Valley has cafรฉs, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 9.1ยฐC. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Aro Valley is right for you depends on what youโre 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
- Safety48
- Amenities50
- Schools87
- Housing Affordability42
- Green space100
- Community33
- Transport40
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $892K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $550/wk
- Median HH Income
- $109K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- -4.8%
- Data Year
- 2023
Key Financial Indicators (NZD)
โ 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
- Where is Aro Valley?
- Aro Valley is an inner-city Wellington suburb tucked between Brooklyn (south) and Kelburn (north), around 1 km west of the central city. Aro Street is the main spine.
- When is the Aro Valley Fair?
- The Aro Valley Fair runs annually in March at the Aro Valley Community Centre and Aro Park. Live music, food stalls, the AroLympics (street vs street community games) and the full Aro experience.
- What is the Aro Valley Cottages Heritage Area?
- A Wellington City Council heritage protection that preserves Aro Valley's distinctive Victorian and Edwardian cottage character through redevelopment controls. Covers most of the central valley.
- How do I walk to Aro Valley from the CBD?
- The walk from Cuba Street up Willis Street and along Aro Street takes around 10 to 15 minutes. The suburb is mostly flat at the lower end, climbing toward Brooklyn and Kelburn.
- What is the Aro Valley Community Centre?
- The Aro Valley Community Centre at 48 Aro Street is the local community hub, hosting yoga, art workshops, the AVCC and the annual Aro Valley Fair. Community hall available for hire.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Aro Valley
Schools in zone for Aro Valley
Children living in Aro 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) ยท roll 504 ยท decile 10
Wellington Girls' College
Secondary (Year 9-15) ยท roll 1427 ยท decile 8
Wellington High School and Com Ed Centre
Secondary (Year 9-15) ยท roll 1639 ยท decile 9
Wellington College
Secondary (Year 9-15) ยท roll 1941 ยท decile 10
Te Aro School
Full Primary ยท roll 210 ยท decile 4
Hutt International Boys' School
Secondary (Year 7-15) ยท roll 653 ยท decile 10
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School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Aro 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 โ confirm an exact result near a zone boundary directly with the school.
Other nearby schools
Schools close to Aro Valley that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Kelburn Normal School
Full Primary ยท roll 270 ยท decile 10 ยท 0.7 km away
Brooklyn School (Wellington)
Full Primary ยท roll 368 ยท decile 8 ยท 1.4 km away
Clifton Terrace Model School
Full Primary ยท roll 71 ยท decile 8 ยท 1.5 km away
Northland School
Full Primary ยท roll 214 ยท decile 7 ยท 1.5 km away
Mt Cook School (Wellington)
Full Primary ยท roll 287 ยท decile 6 ยท 1.6 km away
Central Regional Health School
Specialist School ยท roll 23 ยท 1.7 km away
Samuel Marsden Collegiate School
Composite ยท roll 394 ยท decile 10 ยท 1.8 km away
Karori Normal School
Full Primary ยท roll 590 ยท decile 9 ยท 1.9 km away
St Mark's Church School (Mt Victoria)
Full Primary ยท roll 136 ยท decile 10 ยท 1.9 km away
Clyde Quay School
Full Primary ยท roll 213 ยท decile 10 ยท 2.0 km away
Altum Academy
Secondary (Year 7-15) ยท 2.1 km away
Wellington East Girls' College
Secondary (Year 9-15) ยท roll 1014 ยท decile 8 ยท 2.2 km away
St Mary's College (Wellington)
Secondary (Year 9-15) ยท roll 562 ยท decile 8 ยท 2.3 km away
Te Kura o Tawatawa - Ridgway School
Full Primary ยท roll 214 ยท decile 9 ยท 2.4 km away
Sacred Heart Cathedral School
Full Primary ยท roll 228 ยท decile 8 ยท 2.4 km away
St Teresa's School (Karori)
Full Primary ยท roll 125 ยท decile 10 ยท 2.4 km away
Te Aho o Te Kura Pounamu
Correspondence School ยท roll 8517 ยท 2.5 km away
Newtown School
Contributing ยท roll 310 ยท decile 4 ยท 2.5 km away
St Annes School (Newtown)
Full Primary ยท roll 215 ยท decile 5 ยท 2.6 km away
Thorndon School
Full Primary ยท roll 270 ยท decile 8 ยท 2.7 km away
Queen Margaret College
Composite ยท roll 755 ยท decile 9 ยท 2.9 km away
ลtari School
Full Primary ยท roll 193 ยท decile 9 ยท 2.9 km away
South Wellington Intermediate
Intermediate ยท roll 335 ยท decile 5 ยท 3.1 km away
Berhampore School
Contributing ยท roll 264 ยท decile 3 ยท 3.2 km away
Kilbirnie School
Contributing ยท roll 204 ยท decile 10 ยท 3.2 km away
Karori West Normal School
Full Primary ยท roll 431 ยท decile 7 ยท 3.3 km away
Hataitai School
Full Primary ยท roll 214 ยท decile 10 ยท 3.4 km away
Roseneath School
Full Primary ยท roll 73 ยท decile 9 ยท 3.5 km away
Wadestown School
Full Primary ยท roll 243 ยท decile 9 ยท 3.5 km away
St Patrick's College (Kilbirnie)
Secondary (Year 9-15) ยท roll 725 ยท decile 8 ยท 3.7 km away
St Catherines College (Kilbirnie)
Secondary (Year 9-15) ยท roll 208 ยท decile 6 ยท 3.7 km away
Crofton Downs Primary School
Contributing ยท roll 154 ยท decile 10 ยท 3.8 km away
Evans Bay Intermediate
Intermediate ยท roll 337 ยท decile 7 ยท 3.8 km away
St Patrick's School (Kilbirnie)
Full Primary ยท roll 128 ยท decile 5 ยท 3.8 km away
Lyall Bay School
Contributing ยท roll 275 ยท decile 7 ยท 4.3 km away
Rongotai College
Secondary (Year 9-15) ยท roll 719 ยท decile 4 ยท 4.6 km away
Te Ara
Activity Centre ยท 4.6 km away
Island Bay School
Contributing ยท roll 324 ยท decile 10 ยท 4.8 km away
Owhiro Bay School
Contributing ยท roll 82 ยท decile 9 ยท 4.9 km away
Explore Aro Valley
Things to do(4)
Holloway Road Playground
George Denton Reserve
Polhill Reserve
Aro Park
Parks & green spaces(3)
George Denton Reserve
Polhill Reserve
Aro Park
Healthcare
Pharmacies and clinics for this area havenโt been catalogued yet.
Eat & Drink in Aro Valley
Places to eat & drink(9)
Aro Cafe
91 Aro Taproom
Rita
Young Shing
Te Aro Fish Supplies Ltd.
Garage Project Taproom
Arobake Aro Street
Sugar Sisters Boutique Bakery & Catering
Garage Project
Tradies & Services in Aro Valley
Tradies & services(4)
Creme Clothing Alteration
The Aro St. Video Shop
The Share Shack
Verdant Design
Shops in Aro Valley
Shops(4)
Four Square
Patel's Superette
Shalimar Mini Mart
Vilders gallery
Beauty & Fitness in Aro Valley
Beauty & fitness(2)
Holloway Road Playground
skinfocus
Stay in Aro Valley
Places to stay(2)
Millie's Bed and Breakfast
The Mermaid
Aro Valley Weather
Current conditions: 9.1ยฐC, overcast clouds
| Month | High (ยฐC) | Low (ยฐC) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| โ๏ธ Jan | 20.04 | 15.04 | 1.73 | 11.39 |
| โ๏ธ Feb | 19.58 | 15.17 | 2.25 | 10.85 |
| ๐ Mar | 17.75 | 13.1 | 1.69 | 10.1 |
| ๐ Apr | 16.57 | 12.21 | 4.03 | 7.91 |
| ๐ May | 14.51 | 10.49 | 3.52 | 6.98 |
| โ๏ธ Jun | 13.16 | 9.14 | 2.74 | 6.58 |
| โ๏ธ Jul | 12.05 | 8.11 | 2.69 | 6.23 |
| โ๏ธ Aug | 11.71 | 7.91 | 2.63 | 7.74 |
| ๐ธ Sep | 13.66 | 9.66 | 2.88 | 8.65 |
| ๐ธ Oct | 14.58 | 10.23 | 2.72 | 10.05 |
| ๐ธ Nov | 15.92 | 11.63 | 1.67 | 10.67 |
| โ๏ธ Dec | 18.04 | 13.67 | 2.47 | 10.94 |
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