- Est. Median Value
- $300K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $250/wk
- Safety Score
- 71/100
- Green Space
- 29%
- Current Weather
- -0.1°C
- Median Age
- 54 yrs
~54 crimes/1k/yr
few clouds
Living in Blacks Point
Is Blacks Point a good place to live?
Blacks Point is home to roughly 1,026 people across 0.3 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Blacks Point scores 57 out of 100, with a safety score of 71/100 and 29% green space.
Schools: Blacks Point 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 $300K, and weekly rent typically sits around $250.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is -0.1°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Blacks Point 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
- Safety71
- Amenities18
- Schools54
- Housing Affordability100
- Green space98
- Community33
- Transport15
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $300K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $250/wk
- Median HH Income
- $50K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +10.7%
- 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 Blacks Point?
- Blacks Point 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 Blacks Point?
- 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 Blacks Point?
- The postcode for Blacks Point is 7830.
- What is the population of Blacks Point?
- Blacks Point has 1,026 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Blacks Point?
- The estimated median property value in Blacks Point is $300K. Median weekly rent is $250/week.
- Where is Blacks Point?
- Blacks Point is in Buller, West Coast, New Zealand.
- Is Blacks Point a good place to live?
- Blacks Point scores 57/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Blacks Point
Schools in zone for Blacks Point
No enrolment-zoned schools cover Blacks Point. The schools below are the nearest options — many operate open enrolment.
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Blacks Point. 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.
Other nearby schools
Schools close to Blacks Point that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Sacred Heart School (Reefton)
Full Primary · roll 21 · decile 6 · 1.9 km away
Reefton Area School
Composite · roll 173 · decile 4 · 2.4 km away
Blacks Point Weather
Current conditions: -0.1°C, few clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 22.52 | 11.88 | 3.27 | 11.39 |
| ☀️ Feb | 20.59 | 10.75 | 4.04 | 10.08 |
| 🍂 Mar | 17.39 | 8.8 | 5.92 | 8.3 |
| 🍂 Apr | 16.23 | 8.23 | 5.12 | 7.03 |
| 🍂 May | 13.42 | 6.21 | 5.91 | 5.29 |
| ❄️ Jun | 11.99 | 3.93 | 4.35 | 6.2 |
| ❄️ Jul | 10.92 | 3.45 | 3.58 | 5.36 |
| ❄️ Aug | 11.04 | 3.15 | 6.62 | 6.12 |
| 🌸 Sep | 13.15 | 5.62 | 8.76 | 6.41 |
| 🌸 Oct | 15.31 | 6.35 | 9 | 7.91 |
| 🌸 Nov | 17.62 | 7.71 | 4.2 | 9.1 |
| ☀️ Dec | 20.5 | 11.23 | 6.21 | 9.63 |
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