- Est. Median Value
- $458K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $280/wk
- Safety Score
- 94/100
- Green Space
- 13%
- Current Weather
- 6.0°C
- Median Age
- 43 yrs
~31 crimes/1k/yr
overcast clouds
Living in Crichton
Is Crichton a good place to live?
Crichton is home to roughly 68 people across 36.4 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Crichton scores 55 out of 100, with a safety score of 94/100 and 13% green space.
Schools: Crichton has 1 school 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 $458K, and weekly rent typically sits around $280.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 6.0°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Crichton 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
- Safety94
- Amenities22
- Schools34
- Housing Affordability82
- Green space44
- Community78
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $458K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $280/wk
- Median HH Income
- $66K/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 Crichton?
- Children living in Crichton are in zone for St Mary's School (Milton). Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Crichton?
- 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 Crichton?
- The postcode for Crichton is 9292.
- How much do houses cost in Crichton?
- The estimated median property value in Crichton is $458K. Median weekly rent is $280/week.
- Where is Crichton?
- Crichton is in Clutha, Otago, New Zealand.
- Is Crichton a good place to live?
- Crichton scores 55/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Crichton
Schools in zone for Crichton
Children living in Crichton have a guaranteed right to enrol at these school, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
St Mary's School (Milton)
Contributing · roll 63 · decile 4
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Crichton. 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.
Crichton Weather
Current conditions: 6.0°C, overcast clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 20.28 | 10.66 | 2.33 | 11.18 |
| ☀️ Feb | 19.61 | 10.08 | 2.58 | 10.13 |
| 🍂 Mar | 16.68 | 8.26 | 3.12 | 8.73 |
| 🍂 Apr | 14.8 | 7.52 | 2.15 | 6.8 |
| 🍂 May | 11.62 | 5.15 | 2.74 | 5.67 |
| ❄️ Jun | 9.5 | 2.82 | 2.32 | 5.94 |
| ❄️ Jul | 9.09 | 3.11 | 3.04 | 5.83 |
| ❄️ Aug | 10.35 | 2.25 | 1.75 | 7.41 |
| 🌸 Sep | 12.58 | 4.56 | 3.42 | 7.93 |
| 🌸 Oct | 13.95 | 5.16 | 4.92 | 9 |
| 🌸 Nov | 15.53 | 6.19 | 3.17 | 10.3 |
| ☀️ Dec | 18.17 | 9.36 | 3.65 | 9.94 |
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