- Est. Median Value
- $657K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $400/wk
- Safety Score
- 55/100
- Green Space
- 11%
- Current Weather
- 4.0°C
- Median Age
- 50 yrs
~70 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Kuku
Is Kuku a good place to live?
Kuku is home to roughly 297 people across 26.9 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Kuku scores 39 out of 100, with a safety score of 55/100 and 11% green space.
Schools: Kuku has 2 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 $657K, and weekly rent typically sits around $400.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 4.0°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Kuku 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
- Safety55
- Amenities10
- Schools47
- Housing Affordability57
- Green space36
- Community44
- Transport20
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $657K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $400/wk
- Median HH Income
- $84K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +10.4%
- 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 Kuku?
- Children living in Kuku are in zone for Horowhenua College, Ohau School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Kuku?
- 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 Kuku?
- The postcode for Kuku is 5570.
- What is the population of Kuku?
- Kuku has 297 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Kuku?
- The estimated median property value in Kuku is $657K. Median weekly rent is $400/week.
- Where is Kuku?
- Kuku is in Horowhenua, Manawatu-Whanganui, New Zealand.
- Is Kuku a good place to live?
- Kuku scores 39/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Kuku
Schools in zone for Kuku
Children living in Kuku have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Horowhenua College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 910 · decile 3
Ohau School
Full Primary · roll 147 · decile 5
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Kuku. 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.
Tradies & Services in Kuku
Tradies & services(1)
KOHL Customs.
Shops in Kuku
Shops(1)
Lynwood Nursery Limited
Kuku Weather
Current conditions: 4.0°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 22.06 | 15.69 | 3.5 | 11.2 |
| ☀️ Feb | 20.99 | 15.58 | 3.9 | 10.68 |
| 🍂 Mar | 19.08 | 12.97 | 2.98 | 9.78 |
| 🍂 Apr | 18.2 | 12.29 | 5.38 | 8.02 |
| 🍂 May | 15.91 | 10.29 | 5.34 | 7.31 |
| ❄️ Jun | 14.45 | 8.77 | 1.76 | 6.78 |
| ❄️ Jul | 13.42 | 7.6 | 3.55 | 6.61 |
| ❄️ Aug | 12.9 | 7.6 | 4.81 | 7.85 |
| 🌸 Sep | 14.91 | 9.29 | 3.3 | 9.11 |
| 🌸 Oct | 16.05 | 10.21 | 4.4 | 10.33 |
| 🌸 Nov | 17.49 | 11.84 | 2.81 | 10.81 |
| ☀️ Dec | 19.6 | 14.28 | 3.12 | 10.67 |
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