- Est. Median Value
- $653K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $272/wk
- Safety Score
- 55/100
- Green Space
- 15%
- Current Weather
- -0.6°C
- Median Age
- 37 yrs
~70 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Ohakea
Is Ohakea a good place to live?
Ohakea is home to roughly 1,317 people across 25.2 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Ohakea scores 44 out of 100, with a safety score of 55/100 and 15% green space.
Schools: Ohakea 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 $653K, and weekly rent typically sits around $272.
Lifestyle: Ohakea has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is -0.6°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Ohakea 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
- Safety55
- Amenities10
- Schools47
- Housing Affordability57
- Green space50
- Community78
- Transport20
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $653K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $272/wk
- Median HH Income
- $99K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +2.1%
- 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 Ohakea?
- Children living in Ohakea are in zone for Feilding High School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Ohakea?
- 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 Ohakea?
- The postcode for Ohakea is 4816.
- What is the population of Ohakea?
- Ohakea has 1,317 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Ohakea?
- The estimated median property value in Ohakea is $653K. Median weekly rent is $272/week.
- Where is Ohakea?
- Ohakea is in Manawatu, Manawatu-Whanganui, New Zealand.
- Is Ohakea a good place to live?
- Ohakea scores 44/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Ohakea
Schools in zone for Ohakea
Children living in Ohakea have a guaranteed right to enrol at these school, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Feilding High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 1698
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School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Ohakea. 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 Ohakea that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Clifton School (Bulls)
Full Primary · roll 135 · decile 4 · 3.9 km away
Explore Ohakea
Things to do(1)
Harrisville Speedway
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 Ohakea
Places to eat & drink(1)
Officers' Mess
Beauty & Fitness in Ohakea
Beauty & fitness(1)
Harrisville Speedway
Ohakea Weather
Current conditions: -0.6°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 22.7 | 14.23 | 4.21 | 11 |
| ☀️ Feb | 21.39 | 13.66 | 3.33 | 10.57 |
| 🍂 Mar | 19.17 | 11.07 | 2.65 | 9.98 |
| 🍂 Apr | 18.47 | 10.51 | 3.13 | 8.28 |
| 🍂 May | 15.58 | 8.14 | 4.24 | 7.5 |
| ❄️ Jun | 13.87 | 6.88 | 1.77 | 7.3 |
| ❄️ Jul | 12.71 | 6.03 | 4.4 | 6.87 |
| ❄️ Aug | 12.64 | 5.6 | 3.31 | 7.92 |
| 🌸 Sep | 14.88 | 7.8 | 3.89 | 8.98 |
| 🌸 Oct | 16.35 | 8.79 | 3.82 | 10.18 |
| 🌸 Nov | 17.8 | 10.25 | 2.73 | 10.57 |
| ☀️ Dec | 21.07 | 13.3 | 2.67 | 10.74 |
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