- Est. Median Value
- $1.33M
- Median Weekly Rent
- $400/wk
- Safety Score
- 97/100
- Green Space
- 33%
- Current Weather
- -4.8°C
- Median Age
- 45 yrs
~28 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Mount Pisa
Mount Pisa is the flat-topped range that runs along the western side of the Cromwell Basin, and the locality that carries its name is the high-country pastoral terrain climbing from Lake Dunstan's shore to the Pisa Range's summit plateau at around 1,600 metres. The mountain itself leans very slightly off true, prompting the obvious comparison from early European observers who named it, and it has spent the subsequent centuries being more geologically stable than its Italian counterpart while receiving considerably fewer tourists.
The Pisa Range's summit plateau holds the Pisa Conservation Area and the Snow Farm cross-country skiing terrain, making it the basin's low-key alternative to the downhill scene below. In summer the same plateau becomes mountain biking and tramping country, with the tussock views across the Cromwell Basin, Lake Dunstan, the Cardrona Valley and eventually Wānaka doing the promotional work without assistance.
The permanent population in the Mount Pisa locality is the farming families running the high-country stations on the range's flanks, supplemented by the Snow Farm's seasonal staff in winter. The Pisa Moorings holiday park on the lake's edge below handles the more comfort-minded visitors.
Cromwell's full services sit at the range's base, 15 minutes down the access roads.
Is Mount Pisa a good place to live?
Mount Pisa is home to roughly 3,228 people across 156.4 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Mount Pisa scores 62 out of 100, with a safety score of 97/100 and 33% green space.
Housing: The estimated median value is around $1.33M, and weekly rent typically sits around $400.
Lifestyle: Mount Pisa has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is -4.8°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Mount Pisa 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
- Safety97
- Amenities38
- Schools0
- Housing Affordability28
- Green space100
- Community100
- Transport19
Some dimensions are still pending data: schoolQuality.
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $1.33M
- Median Weekly Rent
- $400/wk
- Median HH Income
- $114K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +35.0%
- 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Mount Pisa?
- Mount Pisa is the flat-topped range on the western side of the Cromwell Basin in Central Otago, above Lake Dunstan, with the Pisa Range Conservation Area on the summit plateau.
- Why is it called Mount Pisa?
- Early European settlers noted a slight lean in the summit ridge's profile and named it after the Leaning Tower of Pisa, one of Central Otago's more optimistic geographic comparisons.
- What is Snow Farm near Mount Pisa?
- Snow Farm New Zealand on the Pisa Range plateau is the country's premier cross-country and backcountry skiing destination, with groomed trails, snowshoeing and ski touring from around July to September.
- Can you walk or bike on Mount Pisa?
- Yes. The Pisa Conservation Area on the summit plateau has tramping and mountain biking routes through tussock grassland, with views across the Cromwell Basin and toward Wānaka.
- How do I get to Mount Pisa from Cromwell?
- Access the Pisa Range via the Pisa Road from Cromwell or via the Cardrona side from Wānaka. The Snow Farm is signed from State Highway 8A between Cromwell and Wānaka.
- What is the postcode for Mount Pisa?
- The postcode for Mount Pisa is 9384.
- What is the population of Mount Pisa?
- Mount Pisa has 3,228 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
Explore Mount Pisa
Things to do(1)
Beach
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.
Eat & Drink in Mount Pisa
Places to eat & drink(5)
Dam Good Fruit
Skeleton Pi Pizza
Moorings Restaurant
The Rolling Stove
The Bunker at Moorings Restaurant
Tradies & Services in Mount Pisa
Tradies & services(3)
Allied Concrete
Harrold Building Ltd
Precise Fencing
Shops in Mount Pisa
Shops(7)
Clearwater Stone
Perriam Orchard
Pisa Range Estate Vineyard Ltd
Pitstop Furniture
The Linen Collection
Trophy Ridge Orchards
Wakefield Wines LTD
Beauty & Fitness in Mount Pisa
Beauty & fitness(2)
Majestic Beauty Cromwell
Nail & Lash Fairy by Ruvi
Stay in Mount Pisa
Places to stay(4)
Pisa Moorings
Penny's Drop Inn
The Lake Resort
Marsden Lake Resort Central Otago
Mount Pisa Weather
Current conditions: -4.8°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 14.33 | 4.34 | 2.94 | 11.77 |
| ☀️ Feb | 12.64 | 3.39 | 3.91 | 10.7 |
| 🍂 Mar | 10.39 | 1.7 | 2.79 | 9.77 |
| 🍂 Apr | 8.1 | -0.32 | 3.67 | 8.36 |
| 🍂 May | 4.19 | -2.32 | 2.91 | 6.48 |
| ❄️ Jun | 0.37 | -4.71 | 2.55 | 5.27 |
| ❄️ Jul | -1.38 | -6.42 | 3.25 | 5.45 |
| ❄️ Aug | -0.09 | -6.22 | 3.71 | 7.24 |
| 🌸 Sep | 2.59 | -4.52 | 5.76 | 8.35 |
| 🌸 Oct | 5.59 | -3.19 | 4.91 | 9.97 |
| 🌸 Nov | 9.29 | 0.4 | 3.69 | 10.93 |
| ☀️ Dec | 12.15 | 3.19 | 3.66 | 11.78 |
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