- Est. Median Value
- $491K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $300/wk
- Safety Score
- 85/100
- Green Space
- 28%
- Current Weather
- 6.1°C
- Median Age
- 52 yrs
~40 crimes/1k/yr
broken clouds
Living in Herbert
Is Herbert a good place to live?
Herbert is home to roughly 2,052 people across 86.8 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Herbert scores 60 out of 100, with a safety score of 85/100 and 28% green space.
Housing: The estimated median value is around $491K, and weekly rent typically sits around $300.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 6.1°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Herbert 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
- Safety85
- Amenities10
- Schools0
- Housing Affordability76
- Green space94
- Community78
- Transport19
Some dimensions are still pending data: schoolQuality.
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $491K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $300/wk
- Median HH Income
- $76K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +4.3%
- 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
- What is the postcode for Herbert?
- The postcode for Herbert is 9495.
- What is the population of Herbert?
- Herbert has 2,052 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Herbert?
- The estimated median property value in Herbert is $491K. Median weekly rent is $300/week.
- Where is Herbert?
- Herbert is in Waitaki, Otago, New Zealand.
- Is Herbert a good place to live?
- Herbert scores 60/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Tradies & Services in Herbert
Tradies & services(1)
Winders Rod and Restorations
Shops in Herbert
Shops(1)
Maheno Foodstore
Stay in Herbert
Places to stay(3)
All Day Beach
Glencoe Campsite
Riverside Haven Lodge & Holiday Park
Herbert Weather
Current conditions: 6.1°C, broken clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 20.2 | 11.59 | 1.93 | 10.06 |
| ☀️ Feb | 20.45 | 11.23 | 2.4 | 10.43 |
| 🍂 Mar | 17.69 | 9.18 | 3.77 | 8.84 |
| 🍂 Apr | 15.94 | 7.73 | 2.63 | 7.45 |
| 🍂 May | 13.05 | 5.85 | 1.32 | 6.19 |
| ❄️ Jun | 10.73 | 4.92 | 2.3 | 5.26 |
| ❄️ Jul | 10.42 | 4.13 | 2.69 | 6.45 |
| ❄️ Aug | 11.78 | 2.97 | 1.3 | 7.88 |
| 🌸 Sep | 14.51 | 4.97 | 3.63 | 8.49 |
| 🌸 Oct | 15.53 | 6.05 | 5.01 | 9.83 |
| 🌸 Nov | 16.24 | 7.56 | 4.39 | 10.08 |
| ☀️ Dec | 19.12 | 10.69 | 5.1 | 9.21 |
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