- Est. Median Value
- $447K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $250/wk
- Safety Score
- 91/100
- Green Space
- 10%
- Current Weather
- 8.6°C
- Median Age
- 49 yrs
~34 crimes/1k/yr
light rain
Living in Katea
Is Katea a good place to live?
Katea is home to roughly 0 people across 31.9 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Katea scores 56 out of 100, with a safety score of 91/100 and 10% green space.
Schools: Katea 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 $447K, and weekly rent typically sits around $250.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 8.6°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Katea 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
- Safety91
- Amenities22
- Schools64
- Housing Affordability84
- Green space32
- Community56
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $447K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $250/wk
- Median HH Income
- $70K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +9.0%
- 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 Katea?
- Katea is not covered by a school enrolment zone. Nearby schools may accept enrolments under open enrolment or by application.
- How do I check my school zone in Katea?
- 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 Katea?
- The postcode for Katea is 9585.
- How much do houses cost in Katea?
- The estimated median property value in Katea is $447K. Median weekly rent is $250/week.
- Where is Katea?
- Katea is in Clutha, Otago, New Zealand.
- Is Katea a good place to live?
- Katea scores 56/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Katea
Schools in zone for Katea
No enrolment-zoned schools cover Katea. The schools below are the nearest options — many operate open enrolment.
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Katea. 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 Katea that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
The Catlins Area School
Composite · roll 129 · decile 7 · 3.1 km away
Katea Weather
Current conditions: 8.6°C, light rain
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 19.79 | 11 | 2.69 | 10.61 |
| ☀️ Feb | 19.22 | 10.68 | 3.06 | 9.88 |
| 🍂 Mar | 16.54 | 8.95 | 4.15 | 7.98 |
| 🍂 Apr | 15.03 | 8.33 | 2.77 | 6.38 |
| 🍂 May | 12.29 | 6.48 | 2.67 | 5.18 |
| ❄️ Jun | 10.6 | 4.67 | 2.97 | 5.1 |
| ❄️ Jul | 9.96 | 5.05 | 3.05 | 5.01 |
| ❄️ Aug | 11.13 | 4.41 | 1.72 | 6.68 |
| 🌸 Sep | 12.83 | 5.7 | 3.83 | 7.4 |
| 🌸 Oct | 13.98 | 6.21 | 4.4 | 8.32 |
| 🌸 Nov | 15.48 | 7.17 | 2.91 | 9.9 |
| ☀️ Dec | 17.65 | 9.87 | 3.88 | 8.97 |
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