- Est. Median Value
- $368K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $286/wk
- Safety Score
- 76/100
- Green Space
- 9%
- Current Weather
- 8.6°C
- Median Age
- 55 yrs
~49 crimes/1k/yr
overcast clouds
Living in Blaketown
Blaketown is Westport's western suburb, the residential area that extends toward the Buller River mouth and the coast on the flat alluvial land that the river has been depositing since before anyone was counting. Around 1,500 people live in Blaketown's streets, in the mix of established residential housing and the infrastructure that a working port town generates on its coastal flank - the boat ramps, the river access, the working foreshore that connects the suburb to the port industry that Westport runs.
The Buller River is the suburb's western boundary and its industrial neighbour: the river mouth's port operations, the bar crossing history and the working maritime activity that the Westport port has maintained since the 1870s all operate on Blaketown's doorstep. The river walk along the foreshore connects the suburb to the town centre and delivers the views across the river to the South Buller coast that the position provides.
The suburb has the working character of a port-town flank: practical, direct and connected to the maritime industry that the river and the coastal position generate. Westport's town centre services are minutes east, and the coast's recreational options are available on the western edge.
Blaketown School anchors the local primary years. Buller High School handles the secondary run.
Is Blaketown a good place to live?
Blaketown is home to roughly 1,863 people across 3.1 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Blaketown scores 49 out of 100, with a safety score of 76/100 and 9% green space.
Schools: Blaketown has 7 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 $368K, and weekly rent typically sits around $286.
Lifestyle: Blaketown has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 8.6°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Blaketown 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
- Safety76
- Amenities10
- Schools56
- Housing Affordability100
- Green space31
- Community11
- Transport15
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $368K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $286/wk
- Median HH Income
- $56K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +2.1%
- 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Blaketown?
- Blaketown is Westport's western suburb, on the flat alluvial land between the town centre and the Buller River mouth, around 2 km from Westport's main street.
- What is Blaketown like?
- A working port-town suburb with river access, the Buller River foreshore on the western edge, and the established residential character of Westport's coastal flank.
- What is the Buller River like at Blaketown?
- The Buller River at Blaketown is approaching its mouth, wide and tidal with the port operations nearby. The river foreshore walk connects the suburb to the town and delivers views across to the South Buller coast.
- What schools are in Blaketown?
- Blaketown School is the local state primary, with Buller High School the secondary option in Westport.
- How do I get from Westport CBD to Blaketown?
- By car or on foot, around 5 to 10 minutes west via Palmerston Street toward the river mouth.
- Which schools are in zone for Blaketown?
- Children living in Blaketown are in zone for Blaketown School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Blaketown?
- 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.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Blaketown
Schools in zone for Blaketown
Children living in Blaketown have a guaranteed right to enrol at these school, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Blaketown School
Full Primary · roll 88 · decile 2
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School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Blaketown. 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 Blaketown that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Greymouth High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 531 · decile 4 · 0.8 km away
Greymouth Main School
Full Primary · roll 183 · decile 6 · 1.3 km away
St Patrick's School (Greymouth)
Full Primary · roll 212 · decile 6 · 1.5 km away
John Paul II High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 193 · decile 6 · 1.6 km away
Cobden School
Full Primary · roll 102 · decile 2 · 2.3 km away
Karoro School
Full Primary · roll 170 · decile 8 · 2.3 km away
Explore Blaketown
Things to do(2)
West Coast Rugby
Buller Gorge Swingbridge, Adventure & Heritage Park
Parks & green spaces(1)
Buller Gorge Swingbridge, Adventure & Heritage Park
Healthcare
Pharmacies and clinics for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Professional Services in Blaketown
Professional services(1)
Anywhere Business Network
Blaketown Weather
Current conditions: 8.6°C, overcast clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 21.23 | 13.65 | 8.14 | 11.25 |
| ☀️ Feb | 19.89 | 12.5 | 5.39 | 10.54 |
| 🍂 Mar | 17.39 | 10.57 | 9.14 | 8.82 |
| 🍂 Apr | 16.67 | 9.47 | 7.47 | 7.12 |
| 🍂 May | 14.36 | 7.62 | 9.52 | 5.42 |
| ❄️ Jun | 12.89 | 6.1 | 6.84 | 6.31 |
| ❄️ Jul | 11.93 | 5.06 | 4.55 | 6.51 |
| ❄️ Aug | 12.03 | 4.68 | 10.12 | 7.06 |
| 🌸 Sep | 13.76 | 7.41 | 10.93 | 7.51 |
| 🌸 Oct | 14.64 | 7.69 | 9.98 | 8.7 |
| 🌸 Nov | 16.23 | 9.29 | 8.01 | 8.86 |
| ☀️ Dec | 18.74 | 12.5 | 9.21 | 9.35 |
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