- Est. Median Value
- $343K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $200/wk
- Safety Score
- 47/100
- Green Space
- 25%
- Current Weather
- 13.3°C
- Median Age
- 45 yrs
~78 crimes/1k/yr
few clouds
Living in Kakahi
Is Kakahi a good place to live?
Kakahi is home to roughly 1,353 people across 25.8 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Kakahi scores 52 out of 100, with a safety score of 47/100 and 25% green space.
Schools: Kakahi 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 $343K, and weekly rent typically sits around $200.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 13.3°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Kakahi 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
- Safety47
- Amenities32
- Schools34
- Housing Affordability100
- Green space83
- Community44
- Transport20
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $343K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $200/wk
- Median HH Income
- $79K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +7.1%
- 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 Kakahi?
- Children living in Kakahi are in zone for Ōwhango School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Kakahi?
- 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 Kakahi?
- The postcode for Kakahi is 3989.
- What is the population of Kakahi?
- Kakahi has 1,353 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Kakahi?
- The estimated median property value in Kakahi is $343K. Median weekly rent is $200/week.
- Where is Kakahi?
- Kakahi is in Ruapehu, Manawatu-Whanganui, New Zealand.
- Is Kakahi a good place to live?
- Kakahi scores 52/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Kakahi
Schools in zone for Kakahi
Children living in Kakahi have a guaranteed right to enrol at these school, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Ōwhango School
Full Primary · roll 65 · decile 4
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Kakahi. 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.
Stay in Kakahi
Places to stay(1)
Ruapehu Christian Camp
Kakahi Weather
Current conditions: 13.3°C, few clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 22.14 | 13.9 | 4.97 | 9.7 |
| ☀️ Feb | 21.13 | 12.74 | 4.85 | 9.98 |
| 🍂 Mar | 18.51 | 9.39 | 4.3 | 9.07 |
| 🍂 Apr | 17.65 | 9.67 | 3.52 | 7.65 |
| 🍂 May | 14.54 | 6.9 | 5.19 | 6.62 |
| ❄️ Jun | 13.24 | 5.71 | 2.85 | 6.65 |
| ❄️ Jul | 11.75 | 3.78 | 3.9 | 6.43 |
| ❄️ Aug | 11.93 | 3.66 | 4.41 | 7.38 |
| 🌸 Sep | 14.45 | 5.94 | 6.07 | 8.43 |
| 🌸 Oct | 16.1 | 7.35 | 5.92 | 9.08 |
| 🌸 Nov | 17.76 | 9.53 | 3.87 | 9.21 |
| ☀️ Dec | 20.86 | 12.33 | 5.28 | 9.54 |
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