- Est. Median Value
- $1.03M
- Median Weekly Rent
- $340/wk
- Safety Score
- 74/100
- Green Space
- 37%
- Current Weather
- 2.0°C
- Median Age
- 50 yrs
~51 crimes/1k/yr
scattered clouds
Living in Governors Bay
Is Governors Bay a good place to live?
Governors Bay is home to roughly 882 people across 2.9 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Governors Bay scores 57 out of 100, with a safety score of 74/100 and 37% green space.
Schools: Governors Bay has 8 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 $1.03M, and weekly rent typically sits around $340.
Lifestyle: Governors Bay has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 2.0°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Governors 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.
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Livability Breakdown
- Safety74
- Amenities12
- Schools84
- Housing Affordability36
- Green space100
- Community100
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $1.03M
- Median Weekly Rent
- $340/wk
- Median HH Income
- $129K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +2.1%
- 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 Governors Bay?
- Children living in Governors Bay are in zone for Christchurch Adventist School, St Thomas of Canterbury College, Middleton Grange School, Te Kura o Ōhinetahi - Governors Bay, Cashmere High School, Marian College, St Anne's School (Woolston), Aidanfield Christian School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Governors 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 Governors Bay?
- The postcode for Governors Bay is 8971.
- What is the population of Governors Bay?
- Governors Bay has 882 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Governors Bay?
- The estimated median property value in Governors Bay is $1M. Median weekly rent is $340/week.
- Where is Governors Bay?
- Governors Bay is in Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand.
- Is Governors Bay a good place to live?
- Governors Bay scores 57/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Governors Bay
Schools in zone for Governors Bay
Children living in Governors 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
St Thomas of Canterbury College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 708 · decile 8
Middleton Grange School
Composite · roll 1387 · decile 9
Te Kura o Ōhinetahi - Governors Bay
Full Primary · roll 93 · decile 10
Cashmere High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 2459 · decile 9
Marian College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 436 · decile 9
St Anne's School (Woolston)
Full Primary · roll 176 · decile 3
Aidanfield Christian School
Composite · roll 457 · decile 8
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Governors 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
- Rubbish collection
- Wednesday (weekly)
- Recycling & organics
- Wednesday (fortnightly, Week 1)
- Next recycling
- 12 August
Rubbish bin
Non-recyclable general waste. Put out every Wednesday.
Recycling bin
Paper, cardboard, glass bottles & jars, metal cans, rigid plastic containers. Put out every second Wednesday.
Food scraps bin
All food scraps and garden organics. Collected every second Wednesday alongside recycling.
Collection data sourced from Christchurch City Council.
Explore Governors Bay
Things to do(1)
Coronation Hill Scenic Reserve
Parks & green spaces(1)
Coronation Hill Scenic Reserve
Healthcare
Pharmacies and clinics for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Eat & Drink in Governors Bay
Places to eat & drink(4)
Sign of the Kiwi
She Universe
Harbour House
Sign of the Kiwi Cafe
Shops in Governors Bay
Shops(1)
Frontspace
Stay in Governors Bay
Places to stay(1)
Otoromiro Hotel
Governors Bay Weather
Current conditions: 2.0°C, scattered clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 22.18 | 13.83 | 1.29 | 11.91 |
| ☀️ Feb | 22.04 | 13.32 | 2.18 | 10.42 |
| 🍂 Mar | 18.93 | 10.46 | 1.97 | 9.16 |
| 🍂 Apr | 17.24 | 9.39 | 1.58 | 8.29 |
| 🍂 May | 14.17 | 6.74 | 1.72 | 6.1 |
| ❄️ Jun | 12.27 | 6.51 | 2 | 5.39 |
| ❄️ Jul | 11.35 | 4.46 | 2.88 | 6.16 |
| ❄️ Aug | 12.21 | 4.23 | 1.58 | 7.61 |
| 🌸 Sep | 15.17 | 6.12 | 2.05 | 8.93 |
| 🌸 Oct | 17.05 | 7.37 | 1.94 | 10.42 |
| 🌸 Nov | 18.24 | 9.56 | 1.91 | 11.48 |
| ☀️ Dec | 21.31 | 12.19 | 2.16 | 10.98 |
Governors Bay Community
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