- Est. Median Value
- $524K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $300/wk
- Safety Score
- 63/100
- Green Space
- 6%
- Current Weather
- 3.8°C
- Median Age
- 47 yrs
~62 crimes/1k/yr
overcast clouds
Living in Cave
Is Cave a good place to live?
Cave is home to roughly 1,062 people across 56.1 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Cave scores 46 out of 100, with a safety score of 63/100 and 6% green space.
Schools: Cave has 3 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 $524K, and weekly rent typically sits around $300.
Lifestyle: Cave has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 3.8°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Cave 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
- Safety63
- Amenities10
- Schools74
- Housing Affordability72
- Green space20
- Community44
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $524K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $300/wk
- Median HH Income
- $91K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +1.7%
- 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 Cave?
- Children living in Cave are in zone for St Joseph's School (Temuka), Craighead Diocesan School, Roncalli College. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Cave?
- 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 Cave?
- The postcode for Cave is 7983.
- What is the population of Cave?
- Cave has 1,062 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Cave?
- The estimated median property value in Cave is $524K. Median weekly rent is $300/week.
- Where is Cave?
- Cave is in Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand.
- Is Cave a good place to live?
- Cave scores 46/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Cave
Schools in zone for Cave
Children living in Cave have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
St Joseph's School (Temuka)
Full Primary · roll 109 · decile 6
Craighead Diocesan School
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 412 · decile 9
Roncalli College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 516 · decile 7
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Cave. 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.
Eat & Drink in Cave
Places to eat & drink(1)
Cave Arms Tavern
Tradies & Services in Cave
Tradies & services(2)
R.J Hardie Leadlights
Southern Cross Dog Kennels
Shops in Cave
Shops(1)
Homestead Products
Cave Weather
Current conditions: 3.8°C, overcast clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 21.54 | 12.03 | 2.76 | 10.32 |
| ☀️ Feb | 21.45 | 11.33 | 1.77 | 10.28 |
| 🍂 Mar | 18.95 | 8.67 | 2.88 | 8.84 |
| 🍂 Apr | 16.69 | 7.53 | 3.16 | 7.33 |
| 🍂 May | 13.33 | 4.66 | 2.09 | 6.5 |
| ❄️ Jun | 10.54 | 2.4 | 2.01 | 5.42 |
| ❄️ Jul | 10.49 | 1.37 | 2.59 | 6.77 |
| ❄️ Aug | 11.9 | 1.05 | 1.42 | 8.07 |
| 🌸 Sep | 14.66 | 4.16 | 2.98 | 8.83 |
| 🌸 Oct | 15.79 | 5.79 | 3.75 | 9.49 |
| 🌸 Nov | 17.56 | 8.25 | 2.61 | 10.47 |
| ☀️ Dec | 20.25 | 11.12 | 3.29 | 9.3 |
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