- Est. Median Value
- $623K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $300/wk
- Safety Score
- 63/100
- Green Space
- 13%
- Current Weather
- 3.0°C
- Median Age
- 48 yrs
~62 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Kimbell
Is Kimbell a good place to live?
Kimbell is home to roughly 133 people across 34.3 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Kimbell scores 47 out of 100, with a safety score of 63/100 and 13% green space.
Schools: Kimbell 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 $623K, and weekly rent typically sits around $300.
Lifestyle: Kimbell has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 3.0°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Kimbell 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
- Safety63
- Amenities10
- Schools74
- Housing Affordability60
- Green space42
- Community56
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $623K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $300/wk
- Median HH Income
- $65K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +3.7%
- 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 Kimbell?
- Children living in Kimbell are in zone for Fairlie School, 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 Kimbell?
- 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 Kimbell?
- The postcode for Kimbell is 7987.
- What is the population of Kimbell?
- Kimbell has 133 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Kimbell?
- The estimated median property value in Kimbell is $623K. Median weekly rent is $300/week.
- Where is Kimbell?
- Kimbell is in Mackenzie, Canterbury, New Zealand.
- Is Kimbell a good place to live?
- Kimbell scores 47/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Kimbell
Schools in zone for Kimbell
Children living in Kimbell have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Fairlie School
Contributing · roll 136 · decile 6
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 Kimbell. 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 Kimbell
Places to eat & drink(2)
Kimbell Pub
Silverstream Hotel
Stay in Kimbell
Places to stay(1)
Mt Dobson Motel - Kimbell
Kimbell Weather
Current conditions: 3.0°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 20.73 | 10.72 | 3.47 | 11.12 |
| ☀️ Feb | 20.34 | 10.01 | 2.45 | 10.82 |
| 🍂 Mar | 17.55 | 7.33 | 3.54 | 9.24 |
| 🍂 Apr | 15.64 | 6.14 | 4.42 | 7.91 |
| 🍂 May | 12.11 | 3.44 | 3 | 6.52 |
| ❄️ Jun | 9.18 | 1.19 | 2.47 | 5.96 |
| ❄️ Jul | 8.85 | 0.05 | 3.47 | 7.06 |
| ❄️ Aug | 9.95 | -0.26 | 2.19 | 8.32 |
| 🌸 Sep | 13.22 | 2.36 | 4.41 | 9.29 |
| 🌸 Oct | 14.56 | 4.19 | 5.43 | 10.09 |
| 🌸 Nov | 16.69 | 6.55 | 2.95 | 11.38 |
| ☀️ Dec | 19.53 | 9.54 | 4.24 | 10.92 |
Kimbell Community
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