- Est. Median Value
- $496K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $280/wk
- Safety Score
- 55/100
- Green Space
- 28%
- Current Weather
- 7.4°C
- Median Age
- 40 yrs
~70 crimes/1k/yr
few clouds
Living in Ōkaihau
Is Ōkaihau a good place to live?
Ōkaihau is home to roughly 1,362 people across 196.2 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Ōkaihau scores 53 out of 100, with a safety score of 55/100 and 28% green space.
Schools: Ōkaihau 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 $496K, and weekly rent typically sits around $280.
Lifestyle: Ōkaihau has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 7.4°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Ōkaihau 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
- Amenities38
- Schools39
- Housing Affordability76
- Green space95
- Community44
- Transport13
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $496K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $280/wk
- Median HH Income
- $85K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +10.2%
- 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 Ōkaihau?
- Children living in Ōkaihau are in zone for Okaihau College. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Ōkaihau?
- 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 Ōkaihau?
- The postcode for Ōkaihau is 0295.
- What is the population of Ōkaihau?
- Ōkaihau has 1,362 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Ōkaihau?
- The estimated median property value in Ōkaihau is $496K. Median weekly rent is $280/week.
- Where is Ōkaihau?
- Ōkaihau is in Far North, Northland, New Zealand.
- Is Ōkaihau a good place to live?
- Ōkaihau scores 53/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Ōkaihau
Schools in zone for Ōkaihau
Children living in Ōkaihau have a guaranteed right to enrol at these school, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Okaihau College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 268 · decile 2
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Ōkaihau. 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 Ōkaihau that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Okaihau Primary School
Contributing · roll 132 · decile 4 · 3.9 km away
Explore Ōkaihau
Things to do(3)
Puketi Kauri Forest
Okaihau Rugby Club Public Page
Okaihau Rugby Football Union Sports Club Inc
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 Ōkaihau
Places to eat & drink(7)
Sapphire Cafe
Kiwi Kai
Kiwi Kai Okaihau
Avoman - Puketona Avocado Orchard
Kauri Vista
Sapphire Cafe Ltd.
Settlers Way Country Store
Tradies & Services in Ōkaihau
Tradies & services(3)
Assc Electrical
Mobile Window Tint Northland
Okaihau Mowing Services
Shops in Ōkaihau
Shops(5)
Herbal Potential
Macadamia Farm
Okaihau Liquor Store
Okaihau Village Butchery
Phill’s Home Kill Processing
Beauty & Fitness in Ōkaihau
Beauty & fitness(3)
Okaihau Rugby Club Public Page
Okaihau Rugby Football Union Sports Club Inc
personal Space
Stay in Ōkaihau
Places to stay(2)
Okaihau Rail Stay
Two Ponga Park
Ōkaihau Weather
Current conditions: 7.4°C, few clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 22.65 | 15.55 | 5.68 | 10.22 |
| ☀️ Feb | 22.82 | 15.56 | 3.99 | 9.9 |
| 🍂 Mar | 21.3 | 13.46 | 1.74 | 9.98 |
| 🍂 Apr | 19.28 | 13.25 | 4.57 | 8.09 |
| 🍂 May | 16.57 | 10.88 | 5.55 | 7.64 |
| ❄️ Jun | 14.79 | 9.19 | 4.48 | 6.58 |
| ❄️ Jul | 14.09 | 8.77 | 6.47 | 7.07 |
| ❄️ Aug | 14.3 | 8.04 | 4.93 | 7.7 |
| 🌸 Sep | 15.78 | 9.09 | 3.73 | 8.58 |
| 🌸 Oct | 16.71 | 10.2 | 4 | 9.85 |
| 🌸 Nov | 18.97 | 11.55 | 3.8 | 10.52 |
| ☀️ Dec | 21.53 | 14.31 | 3.94 | 10.12 |
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