- Est. Median Value
- $630K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $408/wk
- Safety Score
- 82/100
- Green Space
- 64%
- Current Weather
- 9.9°C
- Median Age
- 45 yrs
~43 crimes/1k/yr
overcast clouds
Living in Brighton
Is Brighton a good place to live?
Brighton is home to roughly 1,443 people across 12.7 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Brighton scores 59 out of 100, with a safety score of 82/100 and 64% green space.
Schools: Brighton has 8 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 $630K, and weekly rent typically sits around $408.
Lifestyle: Brighton has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 9.9°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Brighton 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
- Safety82
- Amenities20
- Schools85
- Housing Affordability60
- Green space100
- Community44
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $630K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $408/wk
- Median HH Income
- $89K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- -2.0%
- 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 Brighton?
- Children living in Brighton are in zone for Dunedin Rudolf Steiner School, St Hildas Collegiate, Columba College, John McGlashan College, Liberton Christian School, Taieri College, Trinity Catholic College. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Brighton?
- 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 Brighton?
- The postcode for Brighton is 9035.
- What is the population of Brighton?
- Brighton has 1,443 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Brighton?
- The estimated median property value in Brighton is $630K. Median weekly rent is $408/week.
- Where is Brighton?
- Brighton is in Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand.
- Is Brighton a good place to live?
- Brighton scores 59/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Brighton
Schools in zone for Brighton
Children living in Brighton have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Dunedin Rudolf Steiner School
Full Primary · roll 77 · decile 9
St Hildas Collegiate
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 463 · decile 10
Columba College
Composite · roll 609
John McGlashan College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 527
Liberton Christian School
Full Primary · roll 133 · decile 7
Taieri College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 1203 · decile 7
Trinity Catholic College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 872
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Brighton. 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 Brighton that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Big Rock Primary School
Full Primary · roll 93 · decile 8 · 0.3 km away
Explore Brighton
Things to do(5)
Brighton Rugby Football Club
Brighton Bowling Club
Mind Flow Coaching & Hypnotherapy
Nick David Smith - Private Training
Brighton Domain
Parks & green spaces(1)
Brighton Domain
Healthcare
Pharmacies and clinics for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Eat & Drink in Brighton
Places to eat & drink(1)
Brighton Beach Cafe
Tradies & Services in Brighton
Tradies & services(2)
Kj Mac Contracting
South Coast Civil
Beauty & Fitness in Brighton
Beauty & fitness(5)
Brighton Bowling Club
Brighton Rugby Football Club
Mind Flow Coaching & Hypnotherapy
Nick David Smith - Private Training
Tallowell thebrightonwaxroom
Professional Services in Brighton
Professional services(1)
Calibre Photography
Stay in Brighton
Places to stay(2)
Brighton Caravan Park & Boat Hire
Brighton Domain Carpark
Brighton Weather
Current conditions: 9.9°C, overcast clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 20.35 | 11.96 | 1.97 | 11.06 |
| ☀️ Feb | 19.98 | 11.3 | 2.08 | 10.45 |
| 🍂 Mar | 17.32 | 9.53 | 3.48 | 9.02 |
| 🍂 Apr | 15.75 | 7.99 | 1.72 | 7.42 |
| 🍂 May | 13.02 | 5.75 | 2.15 | 5.93 |
| ❄️ Jun | 11.14 | 4.15 | 2.16 | 5.9 |
| ❄️ Jul | 10.49 | 4.2 | 3.1 | 5.89 |
| ❄️ Aug | 11.64 | 2.7 | 1.68 | 7.39 |
| 🌸 Sep | 13.83 | 5.1 | 2.74 | 8.22 |
| 🌸 Oct | 14.92 | 6.13 | 4.75 | 9.36 |
| 🌸 Nov | 15.62 | 7.64 | 2.38 | 10.51 |
| ☀️ Dec | 18.09 | 10.75 | 3.67 | 9.76 |
Brighton Community
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