- Est. Median Value
- $803K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $210/wk
- Safety Score
- 66/100
- Green Space
- 0%
- Current Weather
- 8.9°C
- Median Age
- 53 yrs
~59 crimes/1k/yr
few clouds
Living in Decanter Bay
Is Decanter Bay a good place to live?
Decanter Bay is home to roughly 576 people across 0.9 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Decanter Bay scores 48 out of 100, with a safety score of 66/100 and 0% green space.
Schools: Decanter 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 $210.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 8.9°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Decanter 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
- Safety66
- Amenities38
- Schools81
- Housing Affordability47
- Green space10
- Community67
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $803K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $210/wk
- Median HH Income
- $75K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +5.5%
- 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 Decanter Bay?
- Children living in Decanter Bay are in zone for Christchurch Adventist School, Villa Maria College, St Thomas of Canterbury College, Duvauchelle School, 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 Decanter 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 Decanter Bay?
- The postcode for Decanter Bay is 7583.
- What is the population of Decanter Bay?
- Decanter Bay has 576 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Decanter Bay?
- The estimated median property value in Decanter Bay is $803K. Median weekly rent is $210/week.
- Where is Decanter Bay?
- Decanter Bay is in Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand.
- Is Decanter Bay a good place to live?
- Decanter Bay scores 48/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Decanter Bay
Schools in zone for Decanter Bay
Children living in Decanter 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
Duvauchelle School
Contributing · roll 25 · decile 6
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 Decanter 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.
Rubbish & Recycling
Decanter Bay uses different waste collection arrangements — kerbside bins may not be available at all addresses in this area.
Decanter Bay Weather
Current conditions: 8.9°C, few clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 20.71 | 14.14 | 1.6 | 12.06 |
| ☀️ Feb | 20.75 | 13.66 | 2.56 | 10.69 |
| 🍂 Mar | 18.08 | 10.92 | 2.07 | 9.28 |
| 🍂 Apr | 16.29 | 10.15 | 1.89 | 8.27 |
| 🍂 May | 13.84 | 7.74 | 1.81 | 6.22 |
| ❄️ Jun | 12.1 | 7.53 | 2.98 | 5.73 |
| ❄️ Jul | 11.37 | 5.54 | 4.37 | 6.05 |
| ❄️ Aug | 11.88 | 5.1 | 1.75 | 7.7 |
| 🌸 Sep | 14.16 | 6.68 | 1.86 | 8.91 |
| 🌸 Oct | 16.24 | 8.03 | 1.85 | 10.64 |
| 🌸 Nov | 17.24 | 9.9 | 2.08 | 11.43 |
| ☀️ Dec | 20.35 | 12.37 | 2.69 | 11.2 |
Decanter Bay Community
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