- Est. Median Value
- $623K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $200/wk
- Safety Score
- 50/100
- Green Space
- 30%
- Current Weather
- 0.3°C
- Median Age
- 46 yrs
~75 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Kakahu
Is Kakahu a good place to live?
Kakahu is home to roughly 274 people across 339.2 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Kakahu scores 52 out of 100, with a safety score of 50/100 and 30% green space.
Schools: Kakahu has 6 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 $623K, and weekly rent typically sits around $200.
Lifestyle: Kakahu has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 0.3°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Kakahu 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
- Safety50
- Amenities10
- Schools81
- Housing Affordability60
- Green space100
- Community67
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $623K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $200/wk
- Median HH Income
- $95K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +1.5%
- 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 Kakahu?
- Children living in Kakahu are in zone for Geraldine Primary School, Geraldine High School, St Joseph's School (Temuka), Craighead Diocesan School, Roncalli College, Woodbury School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Kakahu?
- 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 Kakahu?
- The postcode for Kakahu is 7991.
- What is the population of Kakahu?
- Kakahu has 274 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Kakahu?
- The estimated median property value in Kakahu is $623K. Median weekly rent is $200/week.
- Where is Kakahu?
- Kakahu is in Mackenzie, Canterbury, New Zealand.
- Is Kakahu a good place to live?
- Kakahu scores 52/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Kakahu
Schools in zone for Kakahu
Children living in Kakahu have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Geraldine Primary School
Contributing · roll 264 · decile 8
Geraldine High School
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 613 · decile 8
St Joseph's School (Temuka)
Full Primary · roll 109 · decile 6
Craighead Diocesan School
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 412 · decile 9
Roncalli College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 516 · decile 7
Woodbury School
Contributing · roll 111 · decile 8
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Kakahu. 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.
Eat & Drink in Kakahu
Places to eat & drink(3)
House of Hop
Valley Brewery Cafe
Valley Brewing Company
Stay in Kakahu
Places to stay(3)
Waitohi Bush Reserve
Te Mona Gorge site 2
Te Moana Gorge Camp
Kakahu Weather
Current conditions: 0.3°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 19.39 | 9.92 | 107.1 | 10.69 |
| ☀️ Feb | 18.33 | 9.17 | 127.03 | 8.98 |
| 🍂 Mar | 16.49 | 7.84 | 92.07 | 8.59 |
| 🍂 Apr | 14.64 | 5.89 | 103.63 | 7.93 |
| 🍂 May | 11.76 | 4.15 | 69.37 | 6.61 |
| ❄️ Jun | 9 | 1.47 | 75.33 | 5.86 |
| ❄️ Jul | 7.81 | -0.12 | 218.33 | 6.09 |
| ❄️ Aug | 9.34 | 0.32 | 97 | 7.71 |
| 🌸 Sep | 12.06 | 2.2 | 92.27 | 8.73 |
| 🌸 Oct | 13.5 | 3.31 | 123.67 | 9.42 |
| 🌸 Nov | 15.59 | 6.4 | 130.63 | 9.96 |
| ☀️ Dec | 17.68 | 8.7 | 133.1 | 9.46 |
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