- Est. Median Value
- $733K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $400/wk
- Safety Score
- 66/100
- Green Space
- 28%
- Current Weather
- 11.1°C
- Median Age
- 52 yrs
~59 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Carrington
Is Carrington a good place to live?
Carrington is home to roughly 430 people across 51.3 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Carrington scores 53 out of 100, with a safety score of 66/100 and 28% green space.
Schools: Carrington 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 $733K, and weekly rent typically sits around $400.
Lifestyle: Carrington has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 11.1°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Carrington 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
- Safety66
- Amenities10
- Schools61
- Housing Affordability51
- Green space93
- Community89
- Transport40
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $733K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $400/wk
- Median HH Income
- $62K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +6.4%
- 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 Carrington?
- Children living in Carrington are in zone for Kuranui College, Carterton School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Carrington?
- 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 Carrington?
- The postcode for Carrington is 5791.
- What is the population of Carrington?
- Carrington has 430 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Carrington?
- The estimated median property value in Carrington is $733K. Median weekly rent is $400/week.
- Where is Carrington?
- Carrington is in Carterton, Wellington, New Zealand.
- Is Carrington a good place to live?
- Carrington scores 53/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Carrington
Schools in zone for Carrington
Children living in Carrington have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Kuranui College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 778 · decile 6
Carterton School
Full Primary · roll 186 · decile 6
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Carrington. 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.
Explore Carrington
Things to do(1)
Fensham Reserve
Parks & green spaces(1)
Fensham Reserve
Healthcare
Pharmacies and clinics for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Tradies & Services in Carrington
Tradies & services(1)
Rhino Roofing Wellington
Stay in Carrington
Places to stay(1)
Mangatarere Lodge
Carrington Weather
Current conditions: 11.1°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 20.29 | 12.62 | 6.36 | 9.27 |
| ☀️ Feb | 19.98 | 12.32 | 5.79 | 9.53 |
| 🍂 Mar | 17.64 | 9.85 | 3.45 | 8.87 |
| 🍂 Apr | 16.43 | 9.22 | 5.09 | 7.01 |
| 🍂 May | 13.88 | 7.24 | 4.25 | 6.6 |
| ❄️ Jun | 11.9 | 5.91 | 4.08 | 5.7 |
| ❄️ Jul | 11.07 | 4.84 | 4.32 | 5.78 |
| ❄️ Aug | 11.06 | 4.39 | 5.15 | 6.14 |
| 🌸 Sep | 13.43 | 6.41 | 5.19 | 7.2 |
| 🌸 Oct | 15.01 | 7.36 | 4.7 | 8.13 |
| 🌸 Nov | 16.49 | 9.05 | 4.78 | 8.73 |
| ☀️ Dec | 19.42 | 11.86 | 5 | 8.04 |
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