- Est. Median Value
- $623K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $380/wk
- Safety Score
- 55/100
- Green Space
- 1%
- Current Weather
- 2.1°C
- Median Age
- 44 yrs
~70 crimes/1k/yr
scattered clouds
Living in Lake Benmore
Is Lake Benmore a good place to live?
Lake Benmore is home to roughly 1,674 people. On Suburb's overall livability scale, Lake Benmore scores 47 out of 100, with a safety score of 55/100 and 1% green space.
Schools: Lake Benmore 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 $623K, and weekly rent typically sits around $380.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 2.1°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Lake Benmore 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
- Amenities38
- Schools71
- Housing Affordability60
- Green space10
- Community67
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $623K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $380/wk
- Median HH Income
- $81K/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 Lake Benmore?
- Children living in Lake Benmore are in zone for Craighead Diocesan School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Lake Benmore?
- 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 population of Lake Benmore?
- Lake Benmore has 1,674 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Lake Benmore?
- The estimated median property value in Lake Benmore is $623K. Median weekly rent is $380/week.
- Where is Lake Benmore?
- Lake Benmore is in Mackenzie, Canterbury, New Zealand.
- Is Lake Benmore a good place to live?
- Lake Benmore scores 47/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Lake Benmore
Schools in zone for Lake Benmore
Children living in Lake Benmore have a guaranteed right to enrol at these school, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Craighead Diocesan School
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 412 · decile 9
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Lake Benmore. 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.
Lake Benmore Weather
Current conditions: 2.1°C, scattered clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 21.74 | 11.96 | 2.52 | 12.19 |
| ☀️ Feb | 20.61 | 10.94 | 2.24 | 11.65 |
| 🍂 Mar | 17.08 | 7.99 | 2.51 | 9.74 |
| 🍂 Apr | 14.62 | 6.98 | 2.57 | 8.33 |
| 🍂 May | 9.81 | 3.59 | 2.05 | 6.66 |
| ❄️ Jun | 6.09 | 1.46 | 1.52 | 5.06 |
| ❄️ Jul | 5.51 | -0.16 | 1.55 | 6.29 |
| ❄️ Aug | 7.08 | 0.06 | 2.13 | 8.09 |
| 🌸 Sep | 11.16 | 2.36 | 4.54 | 9.3 |
| 🌸 Oct | 13.41 | 3.89 | 4.37 | 10.41 |
| 🌸 Nov | 16.58 | 7.1 | 2.51 | 12.09 |
| ☀️ Dec | 20.03 | 10.72 | 3.45 | 12.21 |
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