- Est. Median Value
- $642K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $300/wk
- Safety Score
- 60/100
- Green Space
- 29%
- Current Weather
- 0.4°C
- Median Age
- 45 yrs
~65 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Kiriwhakapapa
Is Kiriwhakapapa a good place to live?
Kiriwhakapapa is home to roughly 1,011 people across 39.0 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Kiriwhakapapa scores 54 out of 100, with a safety score of 60/100 and 29% green space.
Schools: Kiriwhakapapa 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 $642K, and weekly rent typically sits around $300.
Lifestyle: Kiriwhakapapa has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 0.4°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Kiriwhakapapa 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
- Safety60
- Amenities10
- Schools70
- Housing Affordability58
- Green space96
- Community78
- Transport40
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $642K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $300/wk
- Median HH Income
- $102K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +10.5%
- 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 Kiriwhakapapa?
- Children living in Kiriwhakapapa are in zone for Ōpaki School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Kiriwhakapapa?
- 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 Kiriwhakapapa?
- The postcode for Kiriwhakapapa is 5881.
- What is the population of Kiriwhakapapa?
- Kiriwhakapapa has 1,011 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Kiriwhakapapa?
- The estimated median property value in Kiriwhakapapa is $642K. Median weekly rent is $300/week.
- Where is Kiriwhakapapa?
- Kiriwhakapapa is in Masterton, Wellington, New Zealand.
- Is Kiriwhakapapa a good place to live?
- Kiriwhakapapa scores 54/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Kiriwhakapapa
Schools in zone for Kiriwhakapapa
Children living in Kiriwhakapapa have a guaranteed right to enrol at these school, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Ōpaki School
Full Primary · roll 175 · decile 9
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Kiriwhakapapa. 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.
Explore Kiriwhakapapa
Things to do(1)
Octorarium
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.
Stay in Kiriwhakapapa
Places to stay(1)
Forest Home
Kiriwhakapapa Weather
Current conditions: 0.4°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 19.8 | 12.2 | 6.27 | 8.81 |
| ☀️ Feb | 19.51 | 11.91 | 5.75 | 8.97 |
| 🍂 Mar | 17.24 | 9.43 | 3.03 | 8.12 |
| 🍂 Apr | 15.99 | 8.86 | 4.39 | 6.77 |
| 🍂 May | 13.34 | 6.76 | 3.67 | 6.12 |
| ❄️ Jun | 11.49 | 5.7 | 4.11 | 4.94 |
| ❄️ Jul | 10.75 | 4.24 | 3.89 | 5.16 |
| ❄️ Aug | 10.59 | 3.82 | 4.6 | 5.42 |
| 🌸 Sep | 12.98 | 6.04 | 5.26 | 6.68 |
| 🌸 Oct | 14.65 | 6.89 | 4.24 | 7.66 |
| 🌸 Nov | 16.09 | 8.72 | 4.32 | 8.29 |
| ☀️ Dec | 19.01 | 11.57 | 5.03 | 7.94 |
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