- Est. Median Value
- $482K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $250/wk
- Safety Score
- 55/100
- Green Space
- 21%
- Current Weather
- 8.5°C
- Median Age
- 48 yrs
~70 crimes/1k/yr
scattered clouds
Living in Motunau
Is Motunau a good place to live?
Motunau is home to roughly 1,269 people across 179.2 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Motunau scores 57 out of 100, with a safety score of 55/100 and 21% green space.
Schools: Motunau 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 $482K, and weekly rent typically sits around $250.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 8.5°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Motunau 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.
Map
Livability Breakdown
- Safety55
- Amenities38
- Schools69
- Housing Affordability78
- Green space69
- Community78
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $482K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $250/wk
- Median HH Income
- $80K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +2.2%
- 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 Motunau?
- Children living in Motunau are in zone for Hurunui College, Christchurch Adventist School, Rangiora New Life School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Motunau?
- 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 Motunau?
- The postcode for Motunau is 7387.
- What is the population of Motunau?
- Motunau has 1,269 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Motunau?
- The estimated median property value in Motunau is $482K. Median weekly rent is $250/week.
- Where is Motunau?
- Motunau is in Hurunui, Canterbury, New Zealand.
- Is Motunau a good place to live?
- Motunau scores 57/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Motunau
Schools in zone for Motunau
Children living in Motunau have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Hurunui College
Composite · roll 185 · decile 7
Christchurch Adventist School
Composite · roll 285 · decile 6
Rangiora New Life School
Composite · roll 459 · decile 7
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Motunau. 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.
Stay in Motunau
Places to stay(1)
Motunau Campsite
Motunau Weather
Current conditions: 8.5°C, scattered clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 20.59 | 13.09 | 1.7 | 11.77 |
| ☀️ Feb | 20.61 | 13.02 | 4.2 | 10.64 |
| 🍂 Mar | 18.29 | 10.49 | 2.5 | 9.24 |
| 🍂 Apr | 16.84 | 9.67 | 1.77 | 8.37 |
| 🍂 May | 13.65 | 7.34 | 1.64 | 6.29 |
| ❄️ Jun | 11.79 | 6.23 | 1.7 | 5.79 |
| ❄️ Jul | 10.85 | 4.99 | 3.3 | 6.62 |
| ❄️ Aug | 11.66 | 4.4 | 1.56 | 8.04 |
| 🌸 Sep | 14.11 | 7.04 | 2.51 | 8.41 |
| 🌸 Oct | 15.57 | 7.62 | 2.81 | 10.43 |
| 🌸 Nov | 16.73 | 9.18 | 2.48 | 11.12 |
| ☀️ Dec | 19.82 | 11.85 | 3.42 | 11.15 |
Motunau Community
Reviews of Motunau
No reviews yet. Be the first to share what living in Motunau is really like.
Local tips
No tips yet. Be the first to share what makes Motunau special.