- Est. Median Value
- $896K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $320/wk
- Safety Score
- 55/100
- Green Space
- 14%
- Current Weather
- 9.4°C
- Median Age
- 54 yrs
~70 crimes/1k/yr
scattered clouds
Living in Ōhau
Is Ōhau a good place to live?
Ōhau is home to roughly 879 people across 24.5 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Ōhau scores 39 out of 100, with a safety score of 55/100 and 14% green space.
Schools: Ōhau 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 $896K, and weekly rent typically sits around $320.
Lifestyle: Ōhau has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 9.4°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Ōhau 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
- Amenities18
- Schools47
- Housing Affordability42
- Green space47
- Community44
- Transport20
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $896K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $320/wk
- Median HH Income
- $77K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +17.2%
- 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 Ōhau?
- Children living in Ōhau are in zone for Horowhenua College, Ohau School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Ōhau?
- 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 Ōhau?
- The postcode for Ōhau is 5570.
- What is the population of Ōhau?
- Ōhau has 879 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Ōhau?
- The estimated median property value in Ōhau is $896K. Median weekly rent is $320/week.
- Where is Ōhau?
- Ōhau is in Horowhenua, Manawatu-Whanganui, New Zealand.
- Is Ōhau a good place to live?
- Ōhau scores 39/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Ōhau
Schools in zone for Ōhau
Children living in Ōhau have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Horowhenua College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 910 · decile 3
Ohau School
Full Primary · roll 147 · decile 5
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Ōhau. 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 Ōhau
Things to do(1)
Tack Up 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.
Eat & Drink in Ōhau
Places to eat & drink(2)
Brown Butter Kitchen
Ohau Cafe
Tradies & Services in Ōhau
Tradies & services(3)
Ohau Playcentre
Realwoodcrafts
Riverside Construction
Shops in Ōhau
Shops(2)
Ohau Wines
Shirley's Strawberries
Beauty & Fitness in Ōhau
Beauty & fitness(1)
Tack Up Equestrian
Professional Services in Ōhau
Professional services(1)
Stay in Ōhau
Places to stay(2)
Shirley's Retreat at Willow Green
Brown Cow Pool Apartment
Ōhau Weather
Current conditions: 9.4°C, scattered clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 22.06 | 15.69 | 3.5 | 11.2 |
| ☀️ Feb | 20.99 | 15.58 | 3.9 | 10.68 |
| 🍂 Mar | 19.08 | 12.97 | 2.98 | 9.78 |
| 🍂 Apr | 18.2 | 12.29 | 5.38 | 8.02 |
| 🍂 May | 15.91 | 10.29 | 5.34 | 7.31 |
| ❄️ Jun | 14.45 | 8.77 | 1.76 | 6.78 |
| ❄️ Jul | 13.42 | 7.6 | 3.55 | 6.61 |
| ❄️ Aug | 12.9 | 7.6 | 4.81 | 7.85 |
| 🌸 Sep | 14.91 | 9.29 | 3.3 | 9.11 |
| 🌸 Oct | 16.05 | 10.21 | 4.4 | 10.33 |
| 🌸 Nov | 17.49 | 11.84 | 2.81 | 10.81 |
| ☀️ Dec | 19.6 | 14.28 | 3.12 | 10.67 |
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