- Est. Median Value
- $478K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $190/wk
- Safety Score
- 91/100
- Green Space
- 4%
- Current Weather
- 4.8°C
- Median Age
- 41 yrs
~34 crimes/1k/yr
scattered clouds
Living in Crookston
Is Crookston a good place to live?
Crookston is home to roughly 2,244 people across 30.4 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Crookston scores 56 out of 100, with a safety score of 91/100 and 4% green space.
Schools: Crookston 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 $478K, and weekly rent typically sits around $190.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 4.8°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Crookston 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
- Safety91
- Amenities22
- Schools77
- Housing Affordability79
- Green space14
- Community67
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $478K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $190/wk
- Median HH Income
- $77K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- -2.0%
- 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 Crookston?
- Children living in Crookston are in zone for Heriot School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Crookston?
- 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 Crookston?
- The postcode for Crookston is 9587.
- What is the population of Crookston?
- Crookston has 2,244 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Crookston?
- The estimated median property value in Crookston is $478K. Median weekly rent is $190/week.
- Where is Crookston?
- Crookston is in Clutha, Otago, New Zealand.
- Is Crookston a good place to live?
- Crookston scores 56/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Crookston
Schools in zone for Crookston
Children living in Crookston have a guaranteed right to enrol at these school, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Heriot School
Contributing · roll 63 · decile 10
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Crookston. 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.
Crookston Weather
Current conditions: 4.8°C, scattered clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 20.4 | 9.96 | 2.98 | 10.73 |
| ☀️ Feb | 19.08 | 9.44 | 2.68 | 10.03 |
| 🍂 Mar | 16.19 | 7.23 | 3.6 | 8.76 |
| 🍂 Apr | 14.54 | 6.01 | 2.5 | 7.12 |
| 🍂 May | 10.69 | 2.95 | 2.85 | 5.29 |
| ❄️ Jun | 8.23 | 0.99 | 2.1 | 5.94 |
| ❄️ Jul | 8.04 | 0.54 | 2.8 | 5.7 |
| ❄️ Aug | 9.37 | 0.18 | 2.84 | 7.24 |
| 🌸 Sep | 12.18 | 2.8 | 4.51 | 8.25 |
| 🌸 Oct | 13.83 | 4.26 | 3.47 | 8.91 |
| 🌸 Nov | 15.49 | 6.02 | 3.14 | 9.87 |
| ☀️ Dec | 18.82 | 9.07 | 4.04 | 10.12 |
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