- Median Weekly Rent
- $250/wk
- Safety Score
- 80/100
- Green Space
- 0%
- Current Weather
- 7.2°C
- Median Age
- 50 yrs
few clouds
Living in Big Rock
Is Big Rock a good place to live?
Big Rock is home to roughly 1,179 people. On Suburb's overall livability scale, Big Rock scores 42 out of 100, with a safety score of 80/100 and 0% green space.
Schools: Big Rock has 1 school in or near the suburb, spanning early-childhood through to secondary education. See the Schools tab below for the full list.
Housing: weekly rent typically sits around $250.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 7.2°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Big Rock is right for you depends on what youâre looking for. Use the data and community tips below to decide if it suits your lifestyle, family and budget.
Livability Breakdown
- Safety80
- Amenities18
- Schools26
- Housing Affordability89
- Green space10
- Community44
- Transport15
Property & Economics
- Median Weekly Rent
- $250/wk
- Median HH Income
- $52K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- -0.5%
- Data Year
- 2023
Key Financial Indicators (NZD)
Nearby Suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which schools are in zone for Big Rock?
- Big Rock is not covered by a school enrolment zone. Nearby schools may accept enrolments under open enrolment or by application.
- How do I check my school zone in Big Rock?
- 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 population of Big Rock?
- Big Rock has 1,179 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- Where is Big Rock?
- Big Rock is in Grey, West Coast, New Zealand.
- Is Big Rock a good place to live?
- Big Rock scores 42/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Big Rock
Schools in zone for Big Rock
No enrolment-zoned schools cover Big Rock. The schools below are the nearest options â many operate open enrolment.
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Big Rock. 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 â confirm an exact result near a zone boundary directly with the school.
Other nearby schools
Schools close to Big Rock that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Runanga School
Full Primary · roll 20 · decile 3 · 3.9 km away
Big Rock Weather
Current conditions: 7.2°C, few clouds
Big Rock Community
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