- Est. Median Value
- $487K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $248/wk
- Safety Score
- 82/100
- Green Space
- 2%
- Current Weather
- 12.1°C
- Median Age
- 43 yrs
~43 crimes/1k/yr
few clouds
Living in Hilderthorpe
Is Hilderthorpe a good place to live?
Hilderthorpe is home to roughly 1,575 people across 12.3 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Hilderthorpe scores 50 out of 100, with a safety score of 82/100 and 2% green space.
Schools: Hilderthorpe has 1 school 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 $487K, and weekly rent typically sits around $248.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 12.1°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Hilderthorpe 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
- Safety82
- Amenities22
- Schools70
- Housing Affordability77
- Green space10
- Community44
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $487K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $248/wk
- Median HH Income
- $97K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +9.8%
- 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 Hilderthorpe?
- Children living in Hilderthorpe are in zone for Papakaio School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Hilderthorpe?
- 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 Hilderthorpe?
- The postcode for Hilderthorpe is 9493.
- What is the population of Hilderthorpe?
- Hilderthorpe has 1,575 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Hilderthorpe?
- The estimated median property value in Hilderthorpe is $487K. Median weekly rent is $248/week.
- Where is Hilderthorpe?
- Hilderthorpe is in Waitaki, Otago, New Zealand.
- Is Hilderthorpe a good place to live?
- Hilderthorpe scores 50/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Hilderthorpe
Schools in zone for Hilderthorpe
Children living in Hilderthorpe have a guaranteed right to enrol at these school, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Papakaio School
Full Primary · roll 123 · decile 9
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School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Hilderthorpe. 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.
Hilderthorpe Weather
Current conditions: 12.1°C, few clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 19.49 | 12.31 | 42.87 | 11.33 |
| ☀️ Feb | 19.38 | 11.77 | 70.2 | 10.06 |
| 🍂 Mar | 17.5 | 10.41 | 70 | 9.01 |
| 🍂 Apr | 15.73 | 8 | 53.63 | 7.9 |
| 🍂 May | 13.38 | 5.67 | 33.13 | 6.82 |
| ❄️ Jun | 10.72 | 3.52 | 46.6 | 5.53 |
| ❄️ Jul | 10.13 | 3.22 | 106.07 | 6.17 |
| ❄️ Aug | 11.03 | 3.07 | 39.47 | 7.67 |
| 🌸 Sep | 13.32 | 5.28 | 73.87 | 8.54 |
| 🌸 Oct | 14.54 | 6.15 | 106.03 | 10.24 |
| 🌸 Nov | 15.76 | 8.87 | 72.8 | 10.42 |
| ☀️ Dec | 18.01 | 11.34 | 81.8 | 10.31 |
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