- Est. Median Value
- $919K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $300/wk
- Safety Score
- 84/100
- Green Space
- 51%
- Current Weather
- -0.5°C
- Median Age
- 48 yrs
~41 crimes/1k/yr
few clouds
Living in Dovedale
Is Dovedale a good place to live?
Dovedale is home to roughly 280 people across 71.3 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Dovedale scores 52 out of 100, with a safety score of 84/100 and 51% green space.
Schools: Dovedale has 2 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 $919K, and weekly rent typically sits around $300.
Lifestyle: Dovedale has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is -0.5°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Dovedale 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
- Safety84
- Amenities10
- Schools57
- Housing Affordability41
- Green space100
- Community67
- Transport20
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $919K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $300/wk
- Median HH Income
- $74K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +0.5%
- 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 Dovedale?
- Children living in Dovedale are in zone for Motueka High School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Dovedale?
- 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 Dovedale?
- The postcode for Dovedale is 7096.
- What is the population of Dovedale?
- Dovedale has 280 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Dovedale?
- The estimated median property value in Dovedale is $919K. Median weekly rent is $300/week.
- Where is Dovedale?
- Dovedale is in Tasman, Nelson / Tasman, New Zealand.
- Is Dovedale a good place to live?
- Dovedale scores 52/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Dovedale
Schools in zone for Dovedale
Children living in Dovedale have a guaranteed right to enrol at these school, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Motueka High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 719 · decile 7
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School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Dovedale. 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 Dovedale that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Dovedale School
Full Primary · roll 21 · decile 5 · 4.5 km away
Explore Dovedale
Things to do(1)
Metafit Moutere - Nelson NZ
Parks & green spaces
Parks and reserves for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Healthcare
Pharmacies and clinics for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Beauty & Fitness in Dovedale
Beauty & fitness(1)
Metafit Moutere - Nelson NZ
Dovedale Weather
Current conditions: -0.5°C, few clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 22.27 | 11.89 | 3.17 | 11.17 |
| ☀️ Feb | 22.28 | 10.78 | 3.12 | 11.19 |
| 🍂 Mar | 20.01 | 8.67 | 1.98 | 10.32 |
| 🍂 Apr | 17.19 | 7.46 | 4.06 | 8.38 |
| 🍂 May | 14.11 | 5.5 | 5.75 | 6.69 |
| ❄️ Jun | 12.19 | 3.59 | 4.72 | 6.67 |
| ❄️ Jul | 11.96 | 2.78 | 2 | 7.01 |
| ❄️ Aug | 12.48 | 2.14 | 3.83 | 8.66 |
| 🌸 Sep | 14.7 | 4.69 | 3.16 | 8.75 |
| 🌸 Oct | 16.43 | 5.83 | 5.5 | 10.1 |
| 🌸 Nov | 18.38 | 7.7 | 2.6 | 11.16 |
| ☀️ Dec | 21.67 | 11.28 | 3.13 | 11.65 |
Dovedale Community
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