- Est. Median Value
- $429K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $250/wk
- Safety Score
- 55/100
- Green Space
- 44%
- Current Weather
- 9.5°C
- Median Age
- 47 yrs
~70 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Hunter
Is Hunter a good place to live?
Hunter is home to roughly 109 people across 104.2 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Hunter scores 60 out of 100, with a safety score of 55/100 and 44% green space.
Schools: Hunter 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 $429K, and weekly rent typically sits around $250.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 9.5°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Hunter 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
- Safety55
- Amenities38
- Schools68
- Housing Affordability87
- Green space100
- Community56
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $429K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $250/wk
- Median HH Income
- $88K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +3.9%
- 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 Hunter?
- Children living in Hunter are in zone for Craighead Diocesan School, Roncalli College. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Hunter?
- 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 Hunter?
- The postcode for Hunter is 7978.
- What is the population of Hunter?
- Hunter has 109 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Hunter?
- The estimated median property value in Hunter is $429K. Median weekly rent is $250/week.
- Where is Hunter?
- Hunter is in Waimate, Canterbury, New Zealand.
- Is Hunter a good place to live?
- Hunter scores 60/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Hunter
Schools in zone for Hunter
Children living in Hunter have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Craighead Diocesan School
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 412 · decile 9
Roncalli College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 516 · decile 7
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Hunter. 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.
Hunter Weather
Current conditions: 9.5°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 18.47 | 9.64 | 78.2 | 10.12 |
| ☀️ Feb | 17.82 | 8.85 | 102.23 | 9.28 |
| 🍂 Mar | 16.28 | 7.36 | 91.5 | 8.6 |
| 🍂 Apr | 14.32 | 5.58 | 69.93 | 7.49 |
| 🍂 May | 11.38 | 3.29 | 42.93 | 6.81 |
| ❄️ Jun | 8.31 | 0.67 | 67.93 | 5.43 |
| ❄️ Jul | 7.29 | -0.19 | 156.13 | 5.95 |
| ❄️ Aug | 8.77 | -0.21 | 69.67 | 7.53 |
| 🌸 Sep | 11.44 | 2.03 | 77.1 | 8.41 |
| 🌸 Oct | 12.92 | 3.25 | 106.63 | 9.66 |
| 🌸 Nov | 14.91 | 6.14 | 140.67 | 9.76 |
| ☀️ Dec | 16.95 | 8.58 | 132.87 | 9.15 |
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