- Est. Median Value
- $498K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $250/wk
- Safety Score
- 50/100
- Green Space
- 5%
- Current Weather
- 0.4°C
- Median Age
- 40 yrs
~75 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Douglas
Is Douglas a good place to live?
Douglas is home to roughly 1,293 people across 21.4 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Douglas scores 42 out of 100, with a safety score of 50/100 and 5% green space.
Schools: Douglas 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 $498K, and weekly rent typically sits around $250.
Lifestyle: Public transport stops are within easy reach. The current temperature is 0.4°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Douglas 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.
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Livability Breakdown
- Safety50
- Amenities10
- Schools55
- Housing Affordability75
- Green space16
- Community44
- Transport10
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $498K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $250/wk
- Median HH Income
- $91K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +3.4%
- 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 Douglas?
- Children living in Douglas are in zone for Toko School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Douglas?
- 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 Douglas?
- The postcode for Douglas is 4392.
- What is the population of Douglas?
- Douglas has 1,293 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Douglas?
- The estimated median property value in Douglas is $498K. Median weekly rent is $250/week.
- Where is Douglas?
- Douglas is in Stratford, Taranaki, New Zealand.
- Is Douglas a good place to live?
- Douglas scores 42/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Douglas
Schools in zone for Douglas
Children living in Douglas have a guaranteed right to enrol at these school, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Toko School
Full Primary · roll 107 · decile 7
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Douglas. 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.
Tradies & Services in Douglas
Tradies & services(1)
Old School Upholstery
Stay in Douglas
Places to stay(1)
Douglas Farm Cottage
Douglas Weather
Current conditions: 0.4°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 21.12 | 13.41 | 5.71 | 10.12 |
| ☀️ Feb | 20.26 | 12.33 | 3.21 | 10.45 |
| 🍂 Mar | 18.12 | 9.85 | 3.04 | 9.74 |
| 🍂 Apr | 17.24 | 9.62 | 3.92 | 8.28 |
| 🍂 May | 14.21 | 7.72 | 4.44 | 6.96 |
| ❄️ Jun | 13.04 | 5.76 | 2.43 | 7.48 |
| ❄️ Jul | 11.79 | 5.08 | 3.11 | 6.75 |
| ❄️ Aug | 11.74 | 4.18 | 4.16 | 7.76 |
| 🌸 Sep | 13.88 | 6.59 | 4.74 | 9.13 |
| 🌸 Oct | 15.26 | 7.36 | 4.23 | 9.65 |
| 🌸 Nov | 16.94 | 9.24 | 3.78 | 9.98 |
| ☀️ Dec | 19.5 | 12.23 | 4.12 | 10.02 |
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