- Est. Median Value
- $1.03M
- Median Weekly Rent
- $310/wk
- Safety Score
- 61/100
- Green Space
- 0%
- Current Weather
- 5.7°C
- Median Age
- 44 yrs
few clouds
Living in Caroline Bay
Is Caroline Bay a good place to live?
Caroline Bay is home to roughly 2,082 people across 0.8 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Caroline Bay scores 45 out of 100, with a safety score of 61/100 and 0% green space.
Schools: Caroline Bay has 15 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 $1.03M, and weekly rent typically sits around $310.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 5.7°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Caroline Bay 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
- Safety61
- Amenities38
- Schools76
- Housing Affordability36
- Green space10
- Community89
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $1.03M
- Median Weekly Rent
- $310/wk
- Median HH Income
- $72K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +1.9%
- 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 Caroline Bay?
- Children living in Caroline Bay are in zone for Roncalli College. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Caroline Bay?
- 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 Caroline Bay?
- The postcode for Caroline Bay is 7910.
- What is the population of Caroline Bay?
- Caroline Bay has 2,082 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Caroline Bay?
- The estimated median property value in Caroline Bay is $1M. Median weekly rent is $310/week.
- Where is Caroline Bay?
- Caroline Bay is in Selwyn, Canterbury, New Zealand.
- Is Caroline Bay a good place to live?
- Caroline Bay scores 45/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Caroline Bay
Schools in zone for Caroline Bay
Children living in Caroline Bay have a guaranteed right to enrol at these school, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Roncalli College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 516 · decile 7
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School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Caroline Bay. 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 Caroline Bay that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Waimataitai School
Full Primary · roll 458 · decile 6 · 1.1 km away
Grantlea Downs School
Full Primary · roll 297 · decile 5 · 1.2 km away
Oceanview Heights School
Full Primary · roll 106 · decile 2 · 1.4 km away
St Joseph's School (Timaru)
Full Primary · roll 205 · decile 5 · 1.8 km away
Craighead Diocesan School
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 412 · decile 9 · 2.0 km away
Mountainview High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 449 · decile 6 · 2.3 km away
Sacred Heart School (Timaru)
Full Primary · roll 225 · decile 4 · 2.3 km away
Timaru Boys' High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 827 · decile 7 · 2.6 km away
Bluestone School
Full Primary · roll 460 · decile 5 · 2.6 km away
Timaru Girls' High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 498 · decile 6 · 2.7 km away
Timaru Christian School
Composite (Year 1-10) · roll 157 · decile 8 · 3.0 km away
Highfield School
Full Primary · roll 310 · decile 7 · 3.0 km away
Timaru South School
Full Primary · roll 194 · decile 2 · 3.1 km away
Gleniti School
Full Primary · roll 370 · decile 9 · 4.4 km away
Caroline Bay Weather
Current conditions: 5.7°C, few clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 20.8 | 12.4 | 1.48 | 11.24 |
| ☀️ Feb | 21.28 | 11.79 | 1.34 | 10.9 |
| 🍂 Mar | 18.63 | 8.98 | 2.37 | 9.13 |
| 🍂 Apr | 16.74 | 7.5 | 2.24 | 7.75 |
| 🍂 May | 13.55 | 4.69 | 1.41 | 6.45 |
| ❄️ Jun | 10.83 | 3.01 | 1.84 | 5.68 |
| ❄️ Jul | 10.85 | 1.14 | 3 | 6.46 |
| ❄️ Aug | 12.11 | 0.82 | 1.25 | 8.15 |
| 🌸 Sep | 14.88 | 4.66 | 2.22 | 9.11 |
| 🌸 Oct | 15.8 | 5.68 | 3.42 | 10.13 |
| 🌸 Nov | 16.97 | 8.18 | 1.89 | 10.94 |
| ☀️ Dec | 19.83 | 11.36 | 2.31 | 10.43 |
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