- Est. Median Value
- $656K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $300/wk
- Safety Score
- 44/100
- Green Space
- 66%
- Current Weather
- 11.2°C
- Median Age
- 54 yrs
~81 crimes/1k/yr
few clouds
Living in Kaikōura Peninsula
Is Kaikōura Peninsula a good place to live?
Kaikōura Peninsula is home to roughly 2,316 people across 2.3 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Kaikōura Peninsula scores 44 out of 100, with a safety score of 44/100 and 66% green space.
Schools: Kaikōura Peninsula has 3 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 $656K, and weekly rent typically sits around $300.
Lifestyle: Kaikōura Peninsula has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 11.2°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Kaikōura Peninsula 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
- Safety44
- Amenities10
- Schools50
- Housing Affordability57
- Green space100
- Community44
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $656K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $300/wk
- Median HH Income
- $60K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +4.2%
- 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 Kaikōura Peninsula?
- Children living in Kaikōura Peninsula are in zone for Kaikōura Primary School, St Joseph's School (Kaikōura). Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Kaikōura Peninsula?
- 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 population of Kaikōura Peninsula?
- Kaikōura Peninsula has 2,316 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Kaikōura Peninsula?
- The estimated median property value in Kaikōura Peninsula is $656K. Median weekly rent is $300/week.
- Where is Kaikōura Peninsula?
- Kaikōura Peninsula is in Kaikoura, Canterbury, New Zealand.
- Is Kaikōura Peninsula a good place to live?
- Kaikōura Peninsula scores 44/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Kaikōura Peninsula
Schools in zone for Kaikōura Peninsula
Children living in Kaikōura Peninsula have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Kaikōura Primary School
Contributing · roll 116 · decile 3
St Joseph's School (Kaikōura)
Full Primary · roll 104 · decile 5
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Kaikōura Peninsula. 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.
Other nearby schools
Schools close to Kaikōura Peninsula that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Kaikōura High School
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 194 · decile 4 · 4.0 km away
Explore Kaikōura Peninsula
Things to do(2)
Seal colony
Kaikoura Seal Colony
Parks & green spaces
Parks and reserves for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Healthcare
Pharmacies and clinics for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Eat & Drink in Kaikōura Peninsula
Places to eat & drink(2)
Kaikoura Seafood BBQ
Kaikoura Seafood BBQ Kiosk
Stay in Kaikōura Peninsula
Places to stay(1)
SC overnight parking
Kaikōura Peninsula Weather
Current conditions: 11.2°C, few clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 20.84 | 13.85 | 3.53 | 11.63 |
| ☀️ Feb | 20.44 | 13.68 | 7.32 | 10.4 |
| 🍂 Mar | 18.57 | 10.94 | 4.41 | 9.21 |
| 🍂 Apr | 16.86 | 9.83 | 4.13 | 7.76 |
| 🍂 May | 14.31 | 7.77 | 2.6 | 6.37 |
| ❄️ Jun | 12.74 | 6.32 | 3.29 | 6 |
| ❄️ Jul | 11.83 | 5.13 | 5.17 | 6.54 |
| ❄️ Aug | 12.15 | 4.48 | 2.19 | 8.24 |
| 🌸 Sep | 14.72 | 6.73 | 2.77 | 8.57 |
| 🌸 Oct | 15.87 | 7.93 | 3.84 | 10.11 |
| 🌸 Nov | 17.01 | 9.79 | 3.64 | 10.95 |
| ☀️ Dec | 20.11 | 12.98 | 5.41 | 10.98 |
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