- Est. Median Value
- $938K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $400/wk
- Safety Score
- 94/100
- Green Space
- 89%
- Current Weather
- 2.2°C
- Median Age
- 39 yrs
~31 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Lagoon Valley
Lagoon Valley is a high-country locality in the tussock basin east of the Lindis Pass in Central Otago, taking in the pastoral land around the upper Lindis River's quieter upper reaches where the valley floor widens briefly before the ranges reassert themselves. The lagoon the name refers to is a seasonal wetland in the valley floor, one of the naturally occurring lake features that the tussock basins of the Mackenzie and Central Otago create where the drainage collects.
The area is high-country farming country on the classic Central Otago model: merino sheep on the tussock faces, the terrain running at elevations that keep summer brief and winter specific. The Lindis Pass road connects the valley to Cromwell in the west and the Mackenzie Basin in the east, which makes Lagoon Valley one of those localities whose best quality is its position on a route between more obviously famous destinations.
The permanent population is small, the school run is long and the nearest supermarket requires an investment of genuine commitment, which filters the permanent population toward the farming families who have always found these terms acceptable. The Lindis Pass area's reputation for spectacular tussock and alpine scenery gives the valley a seasonal population of photographers and passing trampers that the farming families have long since accounted for.
Cromwell and Omarama serve the locality at their respective ends of the pass road.
Is Lagoon Valley a good place to live?
Lagoon Valley is home to roughly 1,509 people across 34.5 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Lagoon Valley scores 57 out of 100, with a safety score of 94/100 and 89% green space.
Schools: Lagoon Valley 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 $938K, and weekly rent typically sits around $400.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 2.2°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Lagoon Valley 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
- Safety94
- Amenities22
- Schools77
- Housing Affordability40
- Green space100
- Community67
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $938K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $400/wk
- Median HH Income
- $111K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +20.0%
- 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Lagoon Valley?
- Lagoon Valley is a high-country locality in Central Otago, in the upper Lindis River basin east of the Lindis Pass, between Cromwell and the Mackenzie Basin on State Highway 8.
- What is Lagoon Valley?
- Lagoon Valley is pastoral high-country farming land in the Lindis Valley, named for a seasonal lagoon in the valley floor, and notable primarily for its position on the Lindis Pass road and the surrounding tussock scenery.
- Is Lagoon Valley populated?
- Lagoon Valley has a very small permanent population of high-country farming families. The nearest services are in Cromwell to the west or Omarama to the east.
- What is near Lagoon Valley?
- The Lindis Pass conservation area and its tussock scenery sit immediately above, the upper Lindis River provides fishing access, and the Mackenzie Basin's broader landscapes open to the east.
- How do I get to Lagoon Valley?
- By car, via State Highway 8 between Cromwell and Omarama, through the Lindis Pass. The valley floor is visible from the highway as it descends the eastern side of the pass.
- Which schools are in zone for Lagoon Valley?
- Children living in Lagoon Valley are in zone for Hāwea Flat School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Lagoon Valley?
- 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.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Lagoon Valley
Schools in zone for Lagoon Valley
Children living in Lagoon Valley have a guaranteed right to enrol at these school, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Hāwea Flat School
Contributing · roll 382 · decile 10
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Lagoon Valley Weather
Current conditions: 2.2°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 20.7 | 10.08 | 2.48 | 12.1 |
| ☀️ Feb | 19.01 | 9.05 | 1.96 | 12.05 |
| 🍂 Mar | 15.39 | 6.13 | 3.54 | 10.04 |
| 🍂 Apr | 13.5 | 5.26 | 3.58 | 8.21 |
| 🍂 May | 9.14 | 2 | 3.04 | 6.28 |
| ❄️ Jun | 5.38 | -0.05 | 1.9 | 5.16 |
| ❄️ Jul | 5.59 | -1.26 | 2.26 | 6.27 |
| ❄️ Aug | 7.03 | -1.17 | 2.53 | 7.86 |
| 🌸 Sep | 9.73 | 0.82 | 8.16 | 8.64 |
| 🌸 Oct | 11.91 | 2.48 | 5.57 | 10.4 |
| 🌸 Nov | 15.1 | 5.47 | 2.82 | 12.06 |
| ☀️ Dec | 18.62 | 8.94 | 3.11 | 12.38 |
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