- Est. Median Value
- $474K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $380/wk
- Safety Score
- 77/100
- Green Space
- 5%
- Current Weather
- 10.0ยฐC
- Median Age
- 40 yrs
~48 crimes/1k/yr
overcast clouds
Living in Forbury
Is Forbury a good place to live?
Forbury is home to roughly 1,260 people across 0.2 kmยฒ. On Suburb's overall livability scale, Forbury scores 49 out of 100, with a safety score of 77/100 and 5% green space.
Schools: Forbury has 40 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 $474K, and weekly rent typically sits around $380.
Lifestyle: Forbury has cafรฉs, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 10.0ยฐC. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Forbury is right for you depends on what youโre 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
- Safety77
- Amenities10
- Schools82
- Housing Affordability79
- Green space16
- Community22
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $474K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $380/wk
- Median HH Income
- $69K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- -5.0%
- Data Year
- 2023
Key Financial Indicators (NZD)
โ 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 Forbury?
- Children living in Forbury are in zone for Dunedin Rudolf Steiner School, St Hildas Collegiate, Queen's High School, Columba College, John McGlashan College, Liberton Christian School, Trinity Catholic College. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Forbury?
- 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 Forbury?
- The postcode for Forbury is 9012.
- What is the population of Forbury?
- Forbury has 1,260 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Forbury?
- The estimated median property value in Forbury is $474K. Median weekly rent is $380/week.
- Where is Forbury?
- Forbury is in Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand.
- Is Forbury a good place to live?
- Forbury scores 49/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Forbury
Schools in zone for Forbury
Children living in Forbury have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Dunedin Rudolf Steiner School
Full Primary ยท roll 77 ยท decile 9
St Hildas Collegiate
Secondary (Year 7-15) ยท roll 463 ยท decile 10
Queen's High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) ยท roll 599 ยท decile 5
Columba College
Composite ยท roll 609
John McGlashan College
Secondary (Year 7-15) ยท roll 527
Liberton Christian School
Full Primary ยท roll 133 ยท decile 7
Trinity Catholic College
Secondary (Year 7-15) ยท roll 872
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Forbury. 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 โ confirm an exact result near a zone boundary directly with the school.
Other nearby schools
Schools close to Forbury that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Bathgate Park School
Full Primary ยท roll 118 ยท decile 3 ยท 0.3 km away
St Bernadette's School (Forbury)
Contributing ยท roll 179 ยท decile 6 ยท 0.3 km away
Te Whirika Sara Cohen Specialist School
Specialist School ยท roll 76 ยท decile 5 ยท 0.4 km away
Kings High School (Dunedin)
Secondary (Year 9-15) ยท roll 891 ยท decile 7 ยท 0.6 km away
Carisbrook School
Full Primary ยท roll 324 ยท decile 3 ยท 0.6 km away
St Clair School
Contributing ยท roll 343 ยท decile 8 ยท 1.0 km away
St Francis Xavier School (Mornington)
Contributing ยท roll 95 ยท decile 9 ยท 1.5 km away
Balaclava School
Contributing ยท roll 241 ยท decile 8 ยท 2.0 km away
Mornington School
Contributing ยท roll 234 ยท decile 7 ยท 2.1 km away
Musselburgh School
Contributing ยท roll 127 ยท decile 5 ยท 2.1 km away
Tahuna Normal Intermediate
Intermediate ยท roll 496 ยท decile 8 ยท 2.4 km away
Kaikorai Valley College
Secondary (Year 7-15) ยท roll 434 ยท 2.6 km away
Bayfield High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) ยท roll 533 ยท decile 7 ยท 2.7 km away
Concord School
Contributing ยท roll 60 ยท decile 4 ยท 2.7 km away
St Joseph's Cathedral School
Contributing ยท roll 145 ยท decile 8 ยท 2.7 km away
Otago Girls' High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) ยท roll 725 ยท decile 8 ยท 2.8 km away
Tainui School
Contributing ยท roll 256 ยท decile 7 ยท 2.9 km away
Arthur Street School
Full Primary ยท roll 193 ยท decile 7 ยท 3.1 km away
Bradford School
Contributing ยท roll 93 ยท decile 5 ยท 3.1 km away
St Brigids School (Tainui)
Contributing ยท roll 71 ยท decile 10 ยท 3.1 km away
London House Learning Centre
Activity Centre ยท decile 9 ยท 3.2 km away
Otago Boys' High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) ยท roll 870 ยท decile 9 ยท 3.3 km away
Andersons Bay School
Contributing ยท roll 299 ยท decile 8 ยท 3.7 km away
Kaikorai School
Contributing ยท roll 304 ยท decile 9 ยท 3.8 km away
Grants Braes School
Contributing ยท roll 198 ยท decile 10 ยท 3.9 km away
Brockville School
Full Primary ยท roll 133 ยท decile 2 ยท 4.2 km away
St Mary's School (Dunedin)
Contributing ยท roll 59 ยท decile 6 ยท 4.3 km away
Balmacewen Intermediate
Intermediate ยท roll 473 ยท decile 8 ยท 4.5 km away
Green Island School
Full Primary ยท roll 135 ยท decile 6 ยท 4.6 km away
Mฤori Hill School
Contributing ยท roll 227 ยท decile 10 ยท 4.8 km away
St Peter Chanel School (Green Island)
Full Primary ยท roll 47 ยท decile 8 ยท 4.9 km away
Wakari School
Contributing ยท roll 290 ยท decile 7 ยท 4.9 km away
George Street Normal School
Contributing ยท roll 375 ยท 5.0 km away
Explore Forbury
Things to do(1)
Southern RFC - The Magpies
Parks & green spaces
Parks and reserves for this area havenโt been catalogued yet.
Healthcare
Pharmacies and clinics for this area havenโt been catalogued yet.
Shops in Forbury
Shops(1)
The Bottle O Hillside
Beauty & Fitness in Forbury
Beauty & fitness(1)
Southern RFC - The Magpies
Stay in Forbury
Places to stay(1)
Big and Bright Guest House
Forbury Weather
Current conditions: 10.0ยฐC, overcast clouds
| Month | High (ยฐC) | Low (ยฐC) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| โ๏ธ Jan | 20.12 | 12.13 | 2.03 | 10.89 |
| โ๏ธ Feb | 19.9 | 11.46 | 2.41 | 10.33 |
| ๐ Mar | 17.38 | 9.62 | 3.45 | 8.83 |
| ๐ Apr | 15.75 | 8.41 | 1.97 | 7.52 |
| ๐ May | 13.02 | 6.36 | 2.29 | 6 |
| โ๏ธ Jun | 11.23 | 5.38 | 2.29 | 5.71 |
| โ๏ธ Jul | 10.48 | 5.02 | 3.3 | 5.92 |
| โ๏ธ Aug | 11.86 | 3.55 | 1.57 | 7.48 |
| ๐ธ Sep | 13.93 | 5.82 | 2.85 | 8.25 |
| ๐ธ Oct | 15.06 | 6.53 | 5.01 | 9.52 |
| ๐ธ Nov | 15.7 | 7.65 | 2.77 | 10.55 |
| โ๏ธ Dec | 18.16 | 10.8 | 3.85 | 9.7 |
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