- Est. Median Value
- $994K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $300/wk
- Safety Score
- 55/100
- Green Space
- 31%
- Current Weather
- -1.0°C
- Median Age
- 44 yrs
~70 crimes/1k/yr
broken clouds
Living in Castle Hill
Is Castle Hill a good place to live?
Castle Hill is home to roughly 1,185 people across 231.3 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Castle Hill scores 49 out of 100, with a safety score of 55/100 and 31% green space.
Schools: Castle Hill 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 $994K, and weekly rent typically sits around $300.
Lifestyle: Castle Hill has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is -1.0°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Castle Hill 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
- Safety55
- Amenities10
- Schools81
- Housing Affordability38
- Green space100
- Community67
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $994K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $300/wk
- Median HH Income
- $87K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +1.8%
- 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 Castle Hill?
- Children living in Castle Hill are in zone for Christchurch Adventist School, Villa Maria College, St Thomas of Canterbury College, Middleton Grange School, Darfield High School, Springfield School, Rolleston Christian School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Castle Hill?
- 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 Castle Hill?
- The postcode for Castle Hill is 7580.
- What is the population of Castle Hill?
- Castle Hill has 1,185 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Castle Hill?
- The estimated median property value in Castle Hill is $994K. Median weekly rent is $300/week.
- Where is Castle Hill?
- Castle Hill is in Selwyn, Canterbury, New Zealand.
- Is Castle Hill a good place to live?
- Castle Hill scores 49/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Castle Hill
Schools in zone for Castle Hill
Children living in Castle Hill have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Christchurch Adventist School
Composite · roll 285 · decile 6
Villa Maria College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 835 · decile 9
St Thomas of Canterbury College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 708 · decile 8
Middleton Grange School
Composite · roll 1387 · decile 9
Darfield High School
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 823 · decile 6
Springfield School
Contributing · roll 42 · decile 6
Rolleston Christian School
Full Primary · roll 275 · decile 9
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Castle Hill. 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 Castle Hill
Things to do(2)
Leith Hill Scree ("depression" / "sink hole")
Castle Hill - Kura Tawhiti Conservation Area
Parks & green spaces(1)
Castle Hill - Kura Tawhiti Conservation Area
Healthcare
Pharmacies and clinics for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Eat & Drink in Castle Hill
Places to eat & drink(1)
Lodge Restaurant & Bar
Stay in Castle Hill
Places to stay(2)
Porters Lodge
Grasmere Lodge
Castle Hill Weather
Current conditions: -1.0°C, broken clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 15.69 | 6.35 | 4.56 | 11.73 |
| ☀️ Feb | 14.39 | 5.6 | 3.9 | 10.06 |
| 🍂 Mar | 12.22 | 2.75 | 4.43 | 9.08 |
| 🍂 Apr | 10.8 | 2.29 | 3.89 | 7.6 |
| 🍂 May | 7.45 | -0.19 | 2.99 | 6.26 |
| ❄️ Jun | 5.65 | -1.56 | 3.25 | 5.57 |
| ❄️ Jul | 3.72 | -3.61 | 4.3 | 6.43 |
| ❄️ Aug | 3.05 | -5.02 | 4.64 | 7.6 |
| 🌸 Sep | 6.66 | -1.66 | 4.68 | 7.99 |
| 🌸 Oct | 8.85 | -0.21 | 6.43 | 9.13 |
| 🌸 Nov | 11.33 | 2.15 | 3.61 | 10.49 |
| ☀️ Dec | 14.58 | 5.28 | 4.12 | 10.65 |
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