- Est. Median Value
- $755K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $420/wk
- Safety Score
- 70/100
- Green Space
- 28%
- Current Weather
- 2.1°C
- Median Age
- 46 yrs
~55 crimes/1k/yr
scattered clouds
Living in Corsair Bay
Is Corsair Bay a good place to live?
Corsair Bay is home to roughly 3,123 people across 0.3 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Corsair Bay scores 57 out of 100, with a safety score of 70/100 and 28% green space.
Schools: Corsair Bay has 11 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 $755K, and weekly rent typically sits around $420.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 2.1°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Corsair 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
- Safety70
- Amenities38
- Schools78
- Housing Affordability50
- Green space92
- Community67
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $755K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $420/wk
- Median HH Income
- $94K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +4.7%
- 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 Corsair Bay?
- Children living in Corsair Bay are in zone for Christchurch Adventist School, St Thomas of Canterbury College, Middleton Grange School, Cashmere High School, Hillview Christian School, Marian College, St Anne's School (Woolston). Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Corsair 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 Corsair Bay?
- The postcode for Corsair Bay is 8082.
- What is the population of Corsair Bay?
- Corsair Bay has 3,123 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Corsair Bay?
- The estimated median property value in Corsair Bay is $755K. Median weekly rent is $420/week.
- Where is Corsair Bay?
- Corsair Bay is in Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand.
- Is Corsair Bay a good place to live?
- Corsair Bay scores 57/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Corsair Bay
Schools in zone for Corsair Bay
Children living in Corsair 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
St Thomas of Canterbury College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 708 · decile 8
Middleton Grange School
Composite · roll 1387 · decile 9
Cashmere High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 2459 · decile 9
Hillview Christian School
Composite · roll 545 · decile 7
Marian College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 436 · decile 9
St Anne's School (Woolston)
Full Primary · roll 176 · decile 3
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Corsair 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 Corsair Bay that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Lyttelton Primary School
Full Primary · roll 126 · decile 9 · 2.0 km away
Heathcote Valley School
Full Primary · roll 186 · decile 9 · 3.2 km away
Diamond Harbour School
Full Primary · roll 108 · decile 9 · 3.3 km away
Te Kura o Ōhinetahi - Governors Bay
Full Primary · roll 93 · decile 10 · 4.4 km away
Rubbish & Recycling
Corsair Bay uses different waste collection arrangements — kerbside bins may not be available at all addresses in this area.
Corsair Bay Weather
Current conditions: 2.1°C, scattered clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 22.28 | 13.93 | 1.29 | 11.91 |
| ☀️ Feb | 22.14 | 13.42 | 2.18 | 10.42 |
| 🍂 Mar | 19.03 | 10.56 | 1.97 | 9.16 |
| 🍂 Apr | 17.34 | 9.49 | 1.58 | 8.29 |
| 🍂 May | 14.27 | 6.84 | 1.72 | 6.1 |
| ❄️ Jun | 12.37 | 6.62 | 2 | 5.39 |
| ❄️ Jul | 11.45 | 4.56 | 2.88 | 6.16 |
| ❄️ Aug | 12.31 | 4.33 | 1.58 | 7.61 |
| 🌸 Sep | 15.27 | 6.22 | 2.05 | 8.93 |
| 🌸 Oct | 17.15 | 7.47 | 1.94 | 10.42 |
| 🌸 Nov | 18.34 | 9.66 | 1.91 | 11.48 |
| ☀️ Dec | 21.41 | 12.29 | 2.16 | 10.98 |
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