- Est. Median Value
- $837K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $328/wk
- Safety Score
- 71/100
- Green Space
- 32%
- Current Weather
- 7.0°C
- Median Age
- 48 yrs
~54 crimes/1k/yr
few clouds
Living in Okuku
Is Okuku a good place to live?
Okuku is home to roughly 2,397 people across 113.4 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Okuku scores 54 out of 100, with a safety score of 71/100 and 32% green space.
Schools: Okuku has 6 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 $837K, and weekly rent typically sits around $328.
Lifestyle: Okuku has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 7.0°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Okuku 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
- Safety71
- Amenities10
- Schools82
- Housing Affordability45
- Green space100
- Community67
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $837K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $328/wk
- Median HH Income
- $108K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +8.1%
- 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 Okuku?
- Children living in Okuku are in zone for Rangiora High School, Christchurch Adventist School, Loburn School Te Kura Aromauka, Marian College, St Joseph's School (Rangiora), Rangiora New Life School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Okuku?
- 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 Okuku?
- The postcode for Okuku is 7473.
- What is the population of Okuku?
- Okuku has 2,397 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Okuku?
- The estimated median property value in Okuku is $837K. Median weekly rent is $328/week.
- Where is Okuku?
- Okuku is in Waimakariri, Canterbury, New Zealand.
- Is Okuku a good place to live?
- Okuku scores 54/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Okuku
Schools in zone for Okuku
Children living in Okuku have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Rangiora High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 1695 · decile 7
Christchurch Adventist School
Composite · roll 285 · decile 6
Loburn School Te Kura Aromauka
Full Primary · roll 171 · decile 9
Marian College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 436 · decile 9
St Joseph's School (Rangiora)
Full Primary · roll 172 · decile 9
Rangiora New Life School
Composite · roll 459 · decile 7
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Okuku. 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 Okuku
Things to do(2)
Mahara Equestrian Centre
Okuku pony club
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.
Tradies & Services in Okuku
Tradies & services(2)
Brough hills
Shaun Rabbidge Builders
Beauty & Fitness in Okuku
Beauty & fitness(3)
Mahara Equestrian Centre
Okuku pony club
Willow & Thyme Nail Studio
Stay in Okuku
Places to stay(1)
Wooded Gully Campsite
Okuku Weather
Current conditions: 7.0°C, few clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 21.93 | 12.02 | 2.26 | 11.56 |
| ☀️ Feb | 20.88 | 11.61 | 3.19 | 9.83 |
| 🍂 Mar | 18.74 | 8.82 | 2.69 | 8.9 |
| 🍂 Apr | 17.06 | 7.66 | 2.33 | 7.82 |
| 🍂 May | 13.69 | 5.41 | 2.06 | 6.22 |
| ❄️ Jun | 11.64 | 4.07 | 2.49 | 5.59 |
| ❄️ Jul | 10.88 | 2.43 | 3.74 | 6.44 |
| ❄️ Aug | 11.84 | 2.4 | 2.44 | 7.7 |
| 🌸 Sep | 14.52 | 5.06 | 3.12 | 8.43 |
| 🌸 Oct | 16.13 | 5.9 | 3.82 | 10 |
| 🌸 Nov | 17.45 | 7.71 | 2.54 | 10.7 |
| ☀️ Dec | 20.33 | 10.43 | 3.74 | 10.69 |
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