- Est. Median Value
- $555K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $160/wk
- Safety Score
- 78/100
- Green Space
- 26%
- Current Weather
- 9.1°C
- Median Age
- 38 yrs
~47 crimes/1k/yr
moderate rain
Living in Franz Josef/Waiau
Is Franz Josef/Waiau a good place to live?
Franz Josef/Waiau is home to roughly 447 people across 42.0 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Franz Josef/Waiau scores 63 out of 100, with a safety score of 78/100 and 26% green space.
Schools: Franz Josef/Waiau 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 $555K, and weekly rent typically sits around $160.
Lifestyle: Franz Josef/Waiau has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 9.1°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Franz Josef/Waiau 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
- Safety78
- Amenities54
- Schools68
- Housing Affordability68
- Green space88
- Community44
- Transport14
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $555K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $160/wk
- Median HH Income
- $68K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- -24.0%
- 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which schools are in zone for Franz Josef/Waiau?
- Children living in Franz Josef/Waiau are in zone for South Westland Area School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Franz Josef/Waiau?
- 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 Franz Josef/Waiau?
- The postcode for Franz Josef/Waiau is 7886.
- What is the population of Franz Josef/Waiau?
- Franz Josef/Waiau has 447 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Franz Josef/Waiau?
- The estimated median property value in Franz Josef/Waiau is $555K. Median weekly rent is $160/week.
- Where is Franz Josef/Waiau?
- Franz Josef/Waiau is in Westland, West Coast, New Zealand.
- Is Franz Josef/Waiau a good place to live?
- Franz Josef/Waiau scores 63/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Franz Josef/Waiau
Schools in zone for Franz Josef/Waiau
Children living in Franz Josef/Waiau have a guaranteed right to enrol at these school, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
South Westland Area School
Composite · roll 120 · decile 5
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School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Franz Josef/Waiau. 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 Franz Josef/Waiau that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Franz Josef Glacier School
Full Primary · roll 46 · decile 9 · 1.8 km away
Explore Franz Josef/Waiau
Things to do(5)
Glacier Country Kayaks
Air Safaris
Glacier Valley Eco Tours
Skydive Franz
Skydive Franz Josef
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.
Eat & Drink in Franz Josef/Waiau
Places to eat & drink(15)
Glasshouse
Alice May
Blue Ice Restaurant & Bar
monsoon
Snake Bite Brewery
The Landing
King Tiger Eastern Eating House & Bar
South Westland Salmon
Alice May Restaurant
Monsoon Bar & Restaurant
The Speights Landing Bar & Restaurant
King tiger franz josef
Full Of Beans
Greymouth, New Zealand
Across The Road Cafe Franz
Tradies & Services in Franz Josef/Waiau
Tradies & services(3)
Dandelion Lane Landscaping
Franz Alpine Mechanical and Engineering
Westland Contracting
Shops in Franz Josef/Waiau
Shops(4)
Blucod
Fern Grove Gift and Design
Four Square Franz Josef
Panorama Barrel Saunas
Beauty & Fitness in Franz Josef/Waiau
Beauty & fitness(2)
Skydive Franz
Skydive Franz Josef
Stay in Franz Josef/Waiau
Places to stay(29)
Franz Josef Montrose
Chateau Franz
Rata Grove Motel
Glow Worm Accomodation
Orange Sheep
Franz Josef Glacier Scenic Hotels
Franz Josef Rainforest Retreat Holiday Park
Admire Franz Josef B&B
Terrace Motel
Franz Josef Oasis Hotel
58 on Cron
Punga Grove Motel
Te Waonui Forest Retreat
Glacier Highway Motel Franz Josef
Glacier Gateway Motel
10 Cottages
Kahere Retreat
Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier
The Terrace
Alpine Glacier Motel
Franz Alpine Retreat
Franz Josef TOP 10 Holiday Park
Bella Vista Motel
Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef
Glacier View Motel
Chateau Backpackers & Motels
Wild Kea Lodge
Aspen Court Franz Josef
Punga Grove Motel & Suites
Franz Josef/Waiau Weather
Current conditions: 9.1°C, moderate rain
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 20.78 | 13.54 | 15.66 | 10.72 |
| ☀️ Feb | 19.21 | 12.22 | 15.25 | 9.45 |
| 🍂 Mar | 16.94 | 9.95 | 14.72 | 8.25 |
| 🍂 Apr | 16.12 | 9.57 | 17.75 | 6.76 |
| 🍂 May | 13.79 | 7.48 | 16.5 | 5.75 |
| ❄️ Jun | 12.85 | 6.58 | 8.46 | 5.86 |
| ❄️ Jul | 11.84 | 5.2 | 5.99 | 6.51 |
| ❄️ Aug | 11.42 | 4.6 | 13.19 | 6.73 |
| 🌸 Sep | 12.94 | 6.37 | 20.29 | 6.31 |
| 🌸 Oct | 14.48 | 7.46 | 16.68 | 8.38 |
| 🌸 Nov | 16.31 | 9.38 | 15.59 | 9.13 |
| ☀️ Dec | 18.82 | 12.63 | 18.14 | 9.63 |
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