- Est. Median Value
- $643K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $200/wk
- Safety Score
- 50/100
- Green Space
- 58%
- Current Weather
- 7.3°C
- Median Age
- 40 yrs
~75 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Lake Ferry
Is Lake Ferry a good place to live?
Lake Ferry is home to roughly 1,128 people across 10.1 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Lake Ferry scores 48 out of 100, with a safety score of 50/100 and 58% green space.
Schools: Lake Ferry 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 $643K, and weekly rent typically sits around $200.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 7.3°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Lake Ferry 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
- Safety50
- Amenities41
- Schools50
- Housing Affordability58
- Green space100
- Community11
- Transport40
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $643K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $200/wk
- Median HH Income
- $103K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +9.0%
- 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.
Nearby Suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which schools are in zone for Lake Ferry?
- Children living in Lake Ferry are in zone for Kuranui College. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Lake Ferry?
- 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 Lake Ferry?
- The postcode for Lake Ferry is 5772.
- What is the population of Lake Ferry?
- Lake Ferry has 1,128 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Lake Ferry?
- The estimated median property value in Lake Ferry is $643K. Median weekly rent is $200/week.
- Where is Lake Ferry?
- Lake Ferry is in South Wairarapa, Wellington, New Zealand.
- Is Lake Ferry a good place to live?
- Lake Ferry scores 48/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Lake Ferry
Schools in zone for Lake Ferry
Children living in Lake Ferry have a guaranteed right to enrol at these school, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Kuranui College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 778 · decile 6
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Lake Ferry. 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.
Other nearby schools
Schools close to Lake Ferry that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Pirinoa School
Full Primary · roll 36 · decile 7 · 4.2 km away
Stay in Lake Ferry
Places to stay(2)
Gateway Motel Holiday Park
Lake Ferry Hotel
Lake Ferry Weather
Current conditions: 7.3°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 21.88 | 14.48 | 2.39 | 10.84 |
| ☀️ Feb | 21.18 | 14.2 | 3.82 | 10.43 |
| 🍂 Mar | 18.82 | 11.85 | 2.72 | 9.71 |
| 🍂 Apr | 17.49 | 10.83 | 3.48 | 7.88 |
| 🍂 May | 14.88 | 8.58 | 3.36 | 6.59 |
| ❄️ Jun | 13.32 | 7.2 | 1.37 | 6.26 |
| ❄️ Jul | 12.38 | 6.45 | 3.31 | 6.08 |
| ❄️ Aug | 12.36 | 5.72 | 2.67 | 7.29 |
| 🌸 Sep | 14.6 | 8.16 | 3.42 | 8.58 |
| 🌸 Oct | 16.08 | 8.77 | 2.56 | 9.58 |
| 🌸 Nov | 17.64 | 10.72 | 2.16 | 10.36 |
| ☀️ Dec | 20.36 | 13.32 | 3.29 | 9.96 |
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