- Est. Median Value
- $623K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $380/wk
- Safety Score
- 66/100
- Green Space
- 8%
- Current Weather
- 1.2°C
- Median Age
- 44 yrs
~59 crimes/1k/yr
scattered clouds
Living in Black Forest Cove
Is Black Forest Cove a good place to live?
Black Forest Cove is home to roughly 1,674 people. On Suburb's overall livability scale, Black Forest Cove scores 48 out of 100, with a safety score of 66/100 and 8% green space.
Schools: Black Forest Cove 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 $623K, and weekly rent typically sits around $380.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 1.2°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Black Forest Cove 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.
Livability Breakdown
- Safety66
- Amenities38
- Schools68
- Housing Affordability60
- Green space26
- Community44
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $623K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $380/wk
- Median HH Income
- $81K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +10.5%
- 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 Black Forest Cove?
- Children living in Black Forest Cove are in zone for Craighead Diocesan School, Roncalli College. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Black Forest Cove?
- 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 Black Forest Cove?
- Black Forest Cove has 1,674 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Black Forest Cove?
- The estimated median property value in Black Forest Cove is $623K. Median weekly rent is $380/week.
- Where is Black Forest Cove?
- Black Forest Cove is in Mackenzie, Canterbury, New Zealand.
- Is Black Forest Cove a good place to live?
- Black Forest Cove scores 48/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Black Forest Cove
Schools in zone for Black Forest Cove
Children living in Black Forest Cove have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Craighead Diocesan School
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 412 · decile 9
Roncalli College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 516 · decile 7
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Black Forest Cove. 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.
Black Forest Cove Weather
Current conditions: 1.2°C, scattered clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 23.05 | 13.1 | 2.45 | 12.18 |
| ☀️ Feb | 21.77 | 12.11 | 2.31 | 11.59 |
| 🍂 Mar | 18.18 | 9.25 | 2.46 | 9.67 |
| 🍂 Apr | 15.53 | 8.34 | 2.72 | 8.26 |
| 🍂 May | 10.66 | 5.06 | 2.23 | 6.62 |
| ❄️ Jun | 6.66 | 2.87 | 1.57 | 4.97 |
| ❄️ Jul | 6.61 | 1.61 | 1.56 | 6.07 |
| ❄️ Aug | 8.31 | 1.48 | 2.25 | 8.01 |
| 🌸 Sep | 12.31 | 3.83 | 5.13 | 9.26 |
| 🌸 Oct | 14.49 | 5.35 | 4.58 | 10.33 |
| 🌸 Nov | 17.85 | 8.26 | 2.6 | 12.03 |
| ☀️ Dec | 21.24 | 11.77 | 3.03 | 12.3 |
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