- Est. Median Value
- $744K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $464/wk
- Safety Score
- 97/100
- Green Space
- 31%
- Current Weather
- 6.0°C
- Median Age
- 44 yrs
~28 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Fairfield
Fairfield is a southwestern Dunedin suburb around 7 km from the central city, on the hill rising between Green Island and Concord. It's one of those Dunedin hill suburbs that doesn't get much press but quietly delivers what most people actually want from a suburb: settled streets, schools, views, and a 15-minute commute to the central city.
The suburb developed mostly in the post-war period, with 1950s and 1960s brick-and-tile housing dominating the streetscape and newer infill arriving steadily through the 1990s and 2000s. Population around 3,800.
Fairfield doesn't have a major retail anchor of its own. Most residents shop at the Fresh Choice Green Island, the Mosgiel New World, or central Dunedin. The Fairfield shops on Main South Road have a small dairy, takeaways and the standard local mix.
Fairfield School (state co-ed primary) handles the local primary. Older students typically attend Kaikorai Valley College or Bayfield High School in central Dunedin. The Southern Motorway runs along the suburb's western edge, which keeps the rest of Dunedin within easy reach. Quiet, settled, and reliably one of Dunedin's better-value suburbs for families. Worth a closer look than the press suggests.
Is Fairfield a good place to live?
Fairfield is home to roughly 3,852 people. On Suburb's overall livability scale, Fairfield scores 70 out of 100, with a safety score of 97/100 and 31% green space.
Schools: Fairfield has 17 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 $744K, and weekly rent typically sits around $464.
Lifestyle: Fairfield has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 6.0°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Fairfield 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
- Safety97
- Amenities48
- Schools86
- Housing Affordability50
- Green space100
- Community89
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $744K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $464/wk
- Median HH Income
- $112K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +1.6%
- 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
- Where is Fairfield in Dunedin?
- Fairfield is a southwestern Dunedin suburb around 7 km from the central city. It sits on the hill between Green Island (west) and Concord (east), with the Southern Motorway running along the western edge.
- What schools are in Fairfield?
- Fairfield School (state co-ed primary, years 1 to 6) is the main local school. Older students typically attend Kaikorai Valley College or Bayfield High School, both within a short drive.
- Where is Fairfield's main shopping area?
- Fairfield doesn't have its own major retail centre. Most residents shop at Fresh Choice Green Island, the Mosgiel New World, or central Dunedin. The Fairfield shops on Main South Road have a small dairy and takeaways.
- How do I get from central Dunedin to Fairfield?
- By car, around 12 to 15 minutes via the Southern Motorway or via Main South Road. Bus services run regularly from the central Dunedin Bus Hub to Fairfield via the Green Island route.
- Is Fairfield a good family suburb?
- Yes. Fairfield is reliably one of Dunedin's better-value suburbs for families, with quiet residential streets, a well-regarded local primary school, and easy motorway access to the rest of Dunedin and Mosgiel.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Fairfield
Schools in zone for Fairfield
Children living in Fairfield have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Dunedin Rudolf Steiner School
Full Primary · roll 77 · decile 9
Fairfield School (Dunedin)
Full Primary · roll 486 · decile 9
St Hildas Collegiate
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 463 · decile 10
Queen's High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 599 · decile 5
Columba College
Composite · roll 609
John McGlashan College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 527
Liberton Christian School
Full Primary · roll 133 · decile 7
Trinity Catholic College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 872
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School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Fairfield. 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 Fairfield that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
TKKM o Otepoti
Composite · roll 88 · decile 2 · 1.3 km away
St Peter Chanel School (Green Island)
Full Primary · roll 47 · decile 8 · 2.1 km away
Abbotsford School
Full Primary · roll 281 · decile 9 · 2.3 km away
Green Island School
Full Primary · roll 135 · decile 6 · 2.4 km away
Concord School
Contributing · roll 60 · decile 4 · 4.3 km away
Amana Christian School
Composite · roll 59 · decile 8 · 4.5 km away
East Taieri School
Contributing · roll 309 · decile 8 · 4.6 km away
St Mary's School (Mosgiel)
Full Primary · roll 130 · decile 8 · 4.6 km away
Silverstream (South) Primary School
Contributing · roll 308 · decile 9 · 4.9 km away
Explore Fairfield
Things to do(5)
Fairfield Bowling Club
Walton Park
Dallen Covers
Fairfield Group Fitness
Dunedin Riding for the Disabled
Parks & green spaces(1)
Walton Park
Healthcare
Pharmacies and clinics for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Eat & Drink in Fairfield
Places to eat & drink(2)
SPELT Fairfield
Quick Brown Fox Coffee Liqueur
Tradies & Services in Fairfield
Tradies & services(9)
Betta Inspect It
Busy Bumbles Fairfield
Easy-As Services
Fix it Stop it Ltd
Greg Inch Earthmoving
Harrex Electrical
Insulmax Retrofit Wall Insulation
Peterson Fabrication Ltd
Premier Electrical Ltd
Shops in Fairfield
Shops(1)
Timber Direct
Beauty & Fitness in Fairfield
Beauty & fitness(7)
Cheveux Studio
Courtney Goodman Hair Design
Dallen Covers
Dunedin Riding for the Disabled
Fairfield Bowling Club
Fairfield Group Fitness
Hot Chilli's Nail Salon
Professional Services in Fairfield
Professional services(4)
Black and Grey Art Alternative Shoots
Karl Larsen Mortgage Adviser
TGS Media
TMM Bookkeeping Ltd
Fairfield Weather
Current conditions: 6.0°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 20.12 | 12.13 | 2.03 | 10.89 |
| ☀️ Feb | 19.9 | 11.46 | 2.41 | 10.33 |
| 🍂 Mar | 17.38 | 9.62 | 3.45 | 8.83 |
| 🍂 Apr | 15.75 | 8.41 | 1.97 | 7.52 |
| 🍂 May | 13.02 | 6.36 | 2.29 | 6 |
| ❄️ Jun | 11.23 | 5.38 | 2.29 | 5.71 |
| ❄️ Jul | 10.48 | 5.02 | 3.3 | 5.92 |
| ❄️ Aug | 11.86 | 3.55 | 1.57 | 7.48 |
| 🌸 Sep | 13.93 | 5.82 | 2.85 | 8.25 |
| 🌸 Oct | 15.06 | 6.53 | 5.01 | 9.52 |
| 🌸 Nov | 15.7 | 7.65 | 2.77 | 10.55 |
| ☀️ Dec | 18.16 | 10.8 | 3.85 | 9.7 |
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