- Est. Median Value
- $803K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $318/wk
- Safety Score
- 59/100
- Green Space
- 0%
- Current Weather
- 11.5°C
- Median Age
- 58 yrs
~66 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Childrens Bay
Is Childrens Bay a good place to live?
Childrens Bay is home to roughly 636 people across 0.4 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Childrens Bay scores 47 out of 100, with a safety score of 59/100 and 0% green space.
Schools: Childrens Bay has 6 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 $803K, and weekly rent typically sits around $318.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 11.5°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Childrens 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
- Safety59
- Amenities38
- Schools84
- Housing Affordability47
- Green space10
- Community67
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $803K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $318/wk
- Median HH Income
- $71K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- -15.9%
- 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 Childrens Bay?
- Children living in Childrens Bay are in zone for Christchurch Adventist School, Villa Maria College, St Thomas of Canterbury College, Middleton Grange School, Aidanfield Christian School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Childrens 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 population of Childrens Bay?
- Childrens Bay has 636 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Childrens Bay?
- The estimated median property value in Childrens Bay is $803K. Median weekly rent is $318/week.
- Where is Childrens Bay?
- Childrens Bay is in Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand.
- Is Childrens Bay a good place to live?
- Childrens Bay scores 47/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Childrens Bay
Schools in zone for Childrens Bay
Children living in Childrens Bay 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
Aidanfield Christian School
Composite · roll 457 · decile 8
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Childrens 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 Childrens Bay that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Akaroa Area School
Composite · roll 114 · decile 8 · 1.1 km away
Rubbish & Recycling
Childrens Bay uses different waste collection arrangements — kerbside bins may not be available at all addresses in this area.
Childrens Bay Weather
Current conditions: 11.5°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 21.76 | 13.78 | 1.93 | 12.31 |
| ☀️ Feb | 21.53 | 13.34 | 3.36 | 10.73 |
| 🍂 Mar | 18.66 | 10.71 | 2.92 | 9.3 |
| 🍂 Apr | 17.01 | 9.69 | 2.54 | 8.41 |
| 🍂 May | 14.13 | 7.36 | 2.88 | 6.27 |
| ❄️ Jun | 12.43 | 7.25 | 2.69 | 5.95 |
| ❄️ Jul | 11.43 | 5.37 | 5.08 | 5.84 |
| ❄️ Aug | 12.35 | 4.95 | 2.62 | 7.66 |
| 🌸 Sep | 14.96 | 6.97 | 2.37 | 8.94 |
| 🌸 Oct | 16.75 | 7.99 | 2.09 | 10.76 |
| 🌸 Nov | 17.72 | 9.58 | 2.43 | 11.45 |
| ☀️ Dec | 20.88 | 12.14 | 3.79 | 11.35 |
Childrens Bay Community
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