- Est. Median Value
- $785K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $200/wk
- Safety Score
- 50/100
- Green Space
- 27%
- Current Weather
- 3.5°C
- Median Age
- 40 yrs
~75 crimes/1k/yr
scattered clouds
Living in Ocean Beach
Is Ocean Beach a good place to live?
Ocean Beach is home to roughly 1,128 people across 28.7 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Ocean Beach scores 46 out of 100, with a safety score of 50/100 and 27% green space.
Schools: Ocean Beach has 1 school 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 $785K, and weekly rent typically sits around $200.
Lifestyle: Ocean Beach has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 3.5°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Ocean Beach 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
- Amenities10
- Schools50
- Housing Affordability48
- Green space91
- Community78
- Transport40
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $785K
- 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 Ocean Beach?
- Children living in Ocean Beach 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 Ocean Beach?
- 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 Ocean Beach?
- The postcode for Ocean Beach is 5373.
- What is the population of Ocean Beach?
- Ocean Beach has 1,128 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Ocean Beach?
- The estimated median property value in Ocean Beach is $785K. Median weekly rent is $200/week.
- Where is Ocean Beach?
- Ocean Beach is in South Wairarapa, Wellington, New Zealand.
- Is Ocean Beach a good place to live?
- Ocean Beach scores 46/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Ocean Beach
Schools in zone for Ocean Beach
Children living in Ocean Beach 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 Ocean Beach. 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 Ocean Beach
Things to do(1)
Te Rakau Birding & Cabins
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 Ocean Beach
Beauty & fitness(1)
Te Rakau Birding & Cabins
Professional Services in Ocean Beach
Professional services(1)
McCreary Workshop
Stay in Ocean Beach
Places to stay(2)
Relais & Châteaux
Wharekauhau Country Estate
Ocean Beach Weather
Current conditions: 3.5°C, scattered clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 21.78 | 14.61 | 2.62 | 10.97 |
| ☀️ Feb | 21.06 | 14.54 | 4.27 | 10.45 |
| 🍂 Mar | 18.72 | 12.25 | 3.09 | 9.68 |
| 🍂 Apr | 17.43 | 11.22 | 4.07 | 7.87 |
| 🍂 May | 15.01 | 9.31 | 4.22 | 6.5 |
| ❄️ Jun | 13.45 | 7.76 | 1.86 | 6.32 |
| ❄️ Jul | 12.47 | 7.14 | 3.94 | 6.12 |
| ❄️ Aug | 12.34 | 6.22 | 3.7 | 7.4 |
| 🌸 Sep | 14.49 | 8.86 | 3.99 | 8.58 |
| 🌸 Oct | 15.83 | 9.35 | 3.05 | 9.66 |
| 🌸 Nov | 17.32 | 10.98 | 3.14 | 10.52 |
| ☀️ Dec | 20 | 13.46 | 3.75 | 10.15 |
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