- Est. Median Value
- $476K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $250/wk
- Safety Score
- 87/100
- Green Space
- 71%
- Current Weather
- 0.7°C
- Median Age
- 52 yrs
~38 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Awatuna
Is Awatuna a good place to live?
Awatuna is home to roughly 1,497 people across 160.1 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Awatuna scores 58 out of 100, with a safety score of 87/100 and 71% green space.
Housing: The estimated median value is around $476K, and weekly rent typically sits around $250.
Lifestyle: Awatuna has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 0.7°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Awatuna 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
- Safety87
- Amenities10
- Schools0
- Housing Affordability79
- Green space100
- Community44
- Transport15
Some dimensions are still pending data: schoolQuality.
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $476K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $250/wk
- Median HH Income
- $79K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +16.9%
- 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
- What is the postcode for Awatuna?
- The postcode for Awatuna is 7882.
- What is the population of Awatuna?
- Awatuna has 1,497 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Awatuna?
- The estimated median property value in Awatuna is $476K. Median weekly rent is $250/week.
- Where is Awatuna?
- Awatuna is in Westland, West Coast, New Zealand.
- Is Awatuna a good place to live?
- Awatuna scores 58/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Explore Awatuna
Things to do(2)
Derelict dredge
Karamea reservoir
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 Awatuna
Places to eat & drink(1)
Junction Honey Cafe
Professional Services in Awatuna
Professional services(1)
Westland Tyre Services 2026 Limited
Stay in Awatuna
Places to stay(1)
Awatuna Sunset Lodge
Awatuna Weather
Current conditions: 0.7°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 20.49 | 11.85 | 9.33 | 10.68 |
| ☀️ Feb | 18.88 | 10.39 | 8.33 | 9.94 |
| 🍂 Mar | 15.95 | 8.59 | 11.1 | 8.29 |
| 🍂 Apr | 15.15 | 7.77 | 9.39 | 6.87 |
| 🍂 May | 12.47 | 5.9 | 9.96 | 5.37 |
| ❄️ Jun | 11.41 | 4.67 | 6.34 | 6.12 |
| ❄️ Jul | 10.09 | 3.12 | 4.9 | 6.26 |
| ❄️ Aug | 10.1 | 2.57 | 11.79 | 6.84 |
| 🌸 Sep | 11.85 | 4.68 | 14.66 | 6.88 |
| 🌸 Oct | 13.5 | 5.68 | 12.2 | 8.32 |
| 🌸 Nov | 15.11 | 7.34 | 10.72 | 8.48 |
| ☀️ Dec | 18 | 10.81 | 14.19 | 9.08 |
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