- Est. Median Value
- $593K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $350/wk
- Safety Score
- 66/100
- Green Space
- 5%
- Current Weather
- 12.8°C
- Median Age
- 40 yrs
~59 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Ashburton Forks
Is Ashburton Forks a good place to live?
Ashburton Forks is home to roughly 212 people across 91.9 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Ashburton Forks scores 47 out of 100, with a safety score of 66/100 and 5% green space.
Schools: Ashburton Forks has 6 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 $593K, and weekly rent typically sits around $350.
Lifestyle: Ashburton Forks has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 12.8°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Ashburton Forks 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
- Safety66
- Amenities10
- Schools84
- Housing Affordability63
- Green space16
- Community56
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $593K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $350/wk
- Median HH Income
- $91K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +11.1%
- 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 Ashburton Forks?
- Children living in Ashburton Forks are in zone for Villa Maria College, St Thomas of Canterbury College, Methven Primary School, Mount Hutt College, Craighead Diocesan School, Ashburton Christian School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Ashburton Forks?
- 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 Ashburton Forks?
- The postcode for Ashburton Forks is 7776.
- What is the population of Ashburton Forks?
- Ashburton Forks has 212 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Ashburton Forks?
- The estimated median property value in Ashburton Forks is $593K. Median weekly rent is $350/week.
- Where is Ashburton Forks?
- Ashburton Forks is in Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand.
- Is Ashburton Forks a good place to live?
- Ashburton Forks scores 47/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Ashburton Forks
Schools in zone for Ashburton Forks
Children living in Ashburton Forks have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Villa Maria College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 835 · decile 9
St Thomas of Canterbury College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 708 · decile 8
Methven Primary School
Contributing · roll 276 · decile 7
Mount Hutt College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 571 · decile 9
Craighead Diocesan School
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 412 · decile 9
Ashburton Christian School
Composite (Year 1-10) · roll 262 · decile 6
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Ashburton Forks. 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 Ashburton Forks
Things to do(1)
North Ashburton Siphon
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.
Ashburton Forks Weather
Current conditions: 12.8°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 22.09 | 10.94 | 2.94 | 11.21 |
| ☀️ Feb | 21.18 | 10.5 | 2.69 | 9.96 |
| 🍂 Mar | 18.41 | 7.51 | 3.2 | 8.68 |
| 🍂 Apr | 16.57 | 6.16 | 3.19 | 7.65 |
| 🍂 May | 12.84 | 3.85 | 2.26 | 6.17 |
| ❄️ Jun | 10.42 | 2.1 | 2.51 | 5.74 |
| ❄️ Jul | 10.15 | 0.74 | 3.97 | 6.64 |
| ❄️ Aug | 11.71 | 0.3 | 2.41 | 8.09 |
| 🌸 Sep | 14.48 | 3.25 | 3.06 | 8.81 |
| 🌸 Oct | 15.95 | 4.51 | 4.83 | 9.61 |
| 🌸 Nov | 17.47 | 6.93 | 2.55 | 10.52 |
| ☀️ Dec | 20.41 | 10.05 | 3.17 | 10.35 |
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