- Est. Median Value
- $487K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $200/wk
- Safety Score
- 87/100
- Green Space
- 7%
- Current Weather
- 6.6°C
- Median Age
- 36 yrs
~38 crimes/1k/yr
scattered clouds
Living in Five Forks
Is Five Forks a good place to live?
Five Forks is home to roughly 117 people across 33.5 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Five Forks scores 52 out of 100, with a safety score of 87/100 and 7% green space.
Schools: Five Forks 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 $487K, and weekly rent typically sits around $200.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 6.6°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Five Forks 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
- Safety87
- Amenities22
- Schools70
- Housing Affordability77
- Green space23
- Community44
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $487K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $200/wk
- Median HH Income
- $90K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- -3.2%
- 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 Five Forks?
- Five Forks is not covered by a school enrolment zone. Nearby schools may accept enrolments under open enrolment or by application.
- How do I check my school zone in Five Forks?
- 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 Five Forks?
- The postcode for Five Forks is 9492.
- What is the population of Five Forks?
- Five Forks has 117 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Five Forks?
- The estimated median property value in Five Forks is $487K. Median weekly rent is $200/week.
- Where is Five Forks?
- Five Forks is in Waitaki, Otago, New Zealand.
- Is Five Forks a good place to live?
- Five Forks scores 52/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Five Forks
Schools in zone for Five Forks
No enrolment-zoned schools cover Five Forks. The schools below are the nearest options — many operate open enrolment.
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Five Forks. 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 Five Forks that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Five Forks School
Full Primary · roll 56 · decile 9 · 0.5 km away
Five Forks Weather
Current conditions: 6.6°C, scattered clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 21.13 | 11.03 | 1.95 | 10.42 |
| ☀️ Feb | 20.81 | 10.56 | 2.62 | 9.58 |
| 🍂 Mar | 18.83 | 9.18 | 2.22 | 8.78 |
| 🍂 Apr | 16.57 | 6.91 | 1.72 | 7.87 |
| 🍂 May | 13.67 | 4.96 | 1.15 | 6.83 |
| ❄️ Jun | 10.54 | 2.57 | 1.37 | 5.43 |
| ❄️ Jul | 9.78 | 2.09 | 3.68 | 6.15 |
| ❄️ Aug | 11.74 | 2.17 | 1.43 | 7.56 |
| 🌸 Sep | 14.34 | 4.11 | 2.52 | 8.46 |
| 🌸 Oct | 15.76 | 5.09 | 3.34 | 9.84 |
| 🌸 Nov | 17.32 | 7.76 | 3.24 | 9.83 |
| ☀️ Dec | 19.35 | 10.4 | 3.48 | 9.22 |
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