- Est. Median Value
- $868K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $318/wk
- Safety Score
- 77/100
- Green Space
- 19%
- Current Weather
- 2.3°C
- Median Age
- 58 yrs
~48 crimes/1k/yr
overcast clouds
Living in Goughs Bay
Is Goughs Bay a good place to live?
Goughs Bay is home to roughly 636 people across 10.2 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Goughs Bay scores 57 out of 100, with a safety score of 77/100 and 19% green space.
Schools: Goughs Bay has 5 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 $868K, and weekly rent typically sits around $318.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 2.3°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Goughs Bay 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
- Safety77
- Amenities38
- Schools84
- Housing Affordability43
- Green space62
- Community89
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $868K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $318/wk
- Median HH Income
- $71K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- -15.9%
- 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 Goughs Bay?
- Children living in Goughs Bay are in zone for Christchurch Adventist School, Villa Maria College, St Thomas of Canterbury College, Middleton Grange School, Aidanfield Christian School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Goughs Bay?
- 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 Goughs Bay?
- The postcode for Goughs Bay is 7583.
- What is the population of Goughs Bay?
- Goughs Bay has 636 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Goughs Bay?
- The estimated median property value in Goughs Bay is $868K. Median weekly rent is $318/week.
- Where is Goughs Bay?
- Goughs Bay is in Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand.
- Is Goughs Bay a good place to live?
- Goughs Bay scores 57/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Goughs Bay
Schools in zone for Goughs Bay
Children living in Goughs Bay have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Christchurch Adventist School
Composite · roll 285 · decile 6
Villa Maria College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 835 · decile 9
St Thomas of Canterbury College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 708 · decile 8
Middleton Grange School
Composite · roll 1387 · decile 9
Aidanfield Christian School
Composite · roll 457 · decile 8
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Goughs Bay. 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.
Rubbish & Recycling
Goughs Bay uses different waste collection arrangements — kerbside bins may not be available at all addresses in this area.
Goughs Bay Weather
Current conditions: 2.3°C, overcast clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 19.77 | 13.36 | 1.5 | 12.28 |
| ☀️ Feb | 19.85 | 12.98 | 2.91 | 10.68 |
| 🍂 Mar | 17.27 | 10.41 | 2.25 | 9.33 |
| 🍂 Apr | 15.55 | 9.3 | 2.36 | 8.29 |
| 🍂 May | 13.11 | 7.01 | 2.1 | 6.23 |
| ❄️ Jun | 11.44 | 6.99 | 2.22 | 5.96 |
| ❄️ Jul | 10.48 | 4.95 | 4.11 | 5.79 |
| ❄️ Aug | 11.19 | 4.49 | 2.16 | 7.69 |
| 🌸 Sep | 13.69 | 6.3 | 1.95 | 8.9 |
| 🌸 Oct | 15.11 | 7.37 | 1.57 | 10.7 |
| 🌸 Nov | 16 | 9.12 | 1.84 | 11.36 |
| ☀️ Dec | 18.81 | 11.55 | 3.08 | 11.27 |
Goughs Bay Community
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