- Est. Median Value
- $623K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $380/wk
- Safety Score
- 69/100
- Green Space
- 0%
- Current Weather
- 0.3°C
- Median Age
- 44 yrs
~56 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Lake Ruataniwha
Is Lake Ruataniwha a good place to live?
Lake Ruataniwha is home to roughly 1,674 people. On Suburb's overall livability scale, Lake Ruataniwha scores 53 out of 100, with a safety score of 69/100 and 0% green space.
Schools: Lake Ruataniwha has 3 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 $623K, and weekly rent typically sits around $380.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 0.3°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Lake Ruataniwha 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
- Safety69
- Amenities38
- Schools79
- Housing Affordability60
- Green space10
- Community89
- 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 Ruataniwha?
- Children living in Lake Ruataniwha are in zone for Craighead Diocesan School, Roncalli College. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Lake Ruataniwha?
- 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 Ruataniwha?
- Lake Ruataniwha has 1,674 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Lake Ruataniwha?
- The estimated median property value in Lake Ruataniwha is $623K. Median weekly rent is $380/week.
- Where is Lake Ruataniwha?
- Lake Ruataniwha is in Mackenzie, Canterbury, New Zealand.
- Is Lake Ruataniwha a good place to live?
- Lake Ruataniwha scores 53/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Lake Ruataniwha
Schools in zone for Lake Ruataniwha
Children living in Lake Ruataniwha have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Craighead Diocesan School
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 412 · decile 9
Roncalli College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 516 · decile 7
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Lake Ruataniwha. 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 Ruataniwha that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Twizel Area School
Composite · roll 250 · decile 8 · 3.9 km away
Lake Ruataniwha Weather
Current conditions: 0.3°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 21.78 | 11.06 | 3.38 | 11.67 |
| ☀️ Feb | 20.49 | 10.18 | 2.67 | 11.38 |
| 🍂 Mar | 17.05 | 7.26 | 3.37 | 9.71 |
| 🍂 Apr | 14.08 | 6.16 | 4.28 | 7.79 |
| 🍂 May | 9.23 | 2.64 | 3.06 | 6.44 |
| ❄️ Jun | 4.45 | -0.35 | 2.19 | 4.91 |
| ❄️ Jul | 5.26 | -1.07 | 1.66 | 6.06 |
| ❄️ Aug | 7.42 | -1.03 | 2.99 | 7.66 |
| 🌸 Sep | 10.99 | 1.67 | 7.4 | 8.8 |
| 🌸 Oct | 13.29 | 3.21 | 6.32 | 10.19 |
| 🌸 Nov | 16.84 | 6.64 | 2.84 | 11.73 |
| ☀️ Dec | 20.16 | 9.87 | 3.21 | 11.92 |
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