- Est. Median Value
- $639K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $338/wk
- Safety Score
- 63/100
- Green Space
- 2%
- Current Weather
- 5.1°C
- Median Age
- 38 yrs
~62 crimes/1k/yr
scattered clouds
Living in Fairview
Is Fairview a good place to live?
Fairview is home to roughly 409 people across 14.3 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Fairview scores 47 out of 100, with a safety score of 63/100 and 2% green space.
Schools: Fairview has 16 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 $639K, and weekly rent typically sits around $338.
Lifestyle: Fairview has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 5.1°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Fairview 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
- Safety63
- Amenities10
- Schools78
- Housing Affordability59
- Green space10
- Community89
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $639K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $338/wk
- Median HH Income
- $81K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +0.1%
- 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 Fairview?
- Children living in Fairview are in zone for Barton Rural School, St Joseph's School (Timaru), Craighead Diocesan School, Roncalli College. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Fairview?
- 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 Fairview?
- The postcode for Fairview is 7972.
- What is the population of Fairview?
- Fairview has 409 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Fairview?
- The estimated median property value in Fairview is $639K. Median weekly rent is $338/week.
- Where is Fairview?
- Fairview is in Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand.
- Is Fairview a good place to live?
- Fairview scores 47/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Fairview
Schools in zone for Fairview
Children living in Fairview have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Barton Rural School
Full Primary · roll 181 · decile 9
St Joseph's School (Timaru)
Full Primary · roll 205 · decile 5
Craighead Diocesan School
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 412 · decile 9
Roncalli College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 516 · decile 7
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Fairview. 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 Fairview that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Timaru Christian School
Composite (Year 1-10) · roll 157 · decile 8 · 1.1 km away
Bluestone School
Full Primary · roll 460 · decile 5 · 1.4 km away
Timaru Boys' High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 827 · decile 7 · 1.5 km away
Timaru Girls' High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 498 · decile 6 · 2.1 km away
Highfield School
Full Primary · roll 310 · decile 7 · 2.2 km away
Timaru South School
Full Primary · roll 194 · decile 2 · 2.5 km away
Sacred Heart School (Timaru)
Full Primary · roll 225 · decile 4 · 2.6 km away
Waimataitai School
Full Primary · roll 458 · decile 6 · 2.9 km away
Oceanview Heights School
Full Primary · roll 106 · decile 2 · 3.5 km away
Gleniti School
Full Primary · roll 370 · decile 9 · 3.6 km away
Mountainview High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 449 · decile 6 · 3.7 km away
Grantlea Downs School
Full Primary · roll 297 · decile 5 · 4.2 km away
Eat & Drink in Fairview
Places to eat & drink(1)
Harlau House Café
Shops in Fairview
Shops(1)
Maree Hynes Interiors
Stay in Fairview
Places to stay(2)
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge Timaru
Glenmark Holiday Park
Fairview Weather
Current conditions: 5.1°C, scattered clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 20.46 | 12.26 | 1.51 | 11.2 |
| ☀️ Feb | 20.4 | 11.61 | 2.3 | 9.9 |
| 🍂 Mar | 18.56 | 9.74 | 2.31 | 9.18 |
| 🍂 Apr | 16.72 | 7.63 | 2.06 | 7.88 |
| 🍂 May | 14.02 | 5.21 | 1.22 | 6.85 |
| ❄️ Jun | 11.14 | 2.76 | 1.79 | 5.72 |
| ❄️ Jul | 10.5 | 1.38 | 4.53 | 5.91 |
| ❄️ Aug | 11.95 | 1.75 | 1.76 | 7.67 |
| 🌸 Sep | 14.33 | 4.61 | 1.82 | 8.78 |
| 🌸 Oct | 15.59 | 5.42 | 2.91 | 10.03 |
| 🌸 Nov | 17.01 | 8.65 | 2.7 | 10.65 |
| ☀️ Dec | 19.32 | 11.41 | 2.43 | 10.26 |
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