- Est. Median Value
- $733K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $250/wk
- Safety Score
- 77/100
- Green Space
- 8%
- Current Weather
- -0.8°C
- Median Age
- 44 yrs
~48 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Longbush
Is Longbush a good place to live?
Longbush is home to roughly 939 people across 71.6 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Longbush scores 50 out of 100, with a safety score of 77/100 and 8% green space.
Schools: Longbush 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 $733K, and weekly rent typically sits around $250.
Lifestyle: Longbush has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is -0.8°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Longbush 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
- Safety77
- Amenities10
- Schools72
- Housing Affordability51
- Green space26
- Community89
- Transport40
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $733K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $250/wk
- Median HH Income
- $105K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +7.9%
- 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 Longbush?
- Children living in Longbush are in zone for Kuranui College, Gladstone School (Masterton). Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Longbush?
- 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 Longbush?
- The postcode for Longbush is 5884.
- What is the population of Longbush?
- Longbush has 939 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Longbush?
- The estimated median property value in Longbush is $733K. Median weekly rent is $250/week.
- Where is Longbush?
- Longbush is in Carterton, Wellington, New Zealand.
- Is Longbush a good place to live?
- Longbush scores 50/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Longbush
Schools in zone for Longbush
Children living in Longbush have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Kuranui College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 778 · decile 6
Gladstone School (Masterton)
Full Primary · roll 176 · decile 9
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Longbush. 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.
Explore Longbush
Things to do(1)
Panorama Equestrian
Parks & green spaces
Parks and reserves for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Healthcare
Pharmacies and clinics for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Beauty & Fitness in Longbush
Beauty & fitness(1)
Panorama Equestrian
Longbush Weather
Current conditions: -0.8°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 21.16 | 12.82 | 2.28 | 10.94 |
| ☀️ Feb | 20.48 | 12.69 | 4.92 | 9.47 |
| 🍂 Mar | 18.34 | 10.66 | 2.35 | 9 |
| 🍂 Apr | 16.88 | 9.24 | 2.22 | 8.14 |
| 🍂 May | 14.25 | 7.53 | 3.13 | 6.92 |
| ❄️ Jun | 12.22 | 6.51 | 1.91 | 6.05 |
| ❄️ Jul | 11.27 | 5.27 | 4.02 | 5.83 |
| ❄️ Aug | 11.65 | 5.05 | 3.51 | 6.52 |
| 🌸 Sep | 13.52 | 6.32 | 3.13 | 8.23 |
| 🌸 Oct | 14.98 | 7.01 | 2.15 | 9.1 |
| 🌸 Nov | 17.21 | 9.75 | 2.2 | 10.3 |
| ☀️ Dec | 19.54 | 12.03 | 3.56 | 9.81 |
Longbush Community
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