- Est. Median Value
- $722K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $420/wk
- Safety Score
- 87/100
- Green Space
- 3%
- Current Weather
- 10.1°C
- Median Age
- 59 yrs
~38 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Ōpua Bay
Is Ōpua Bay a good place to live?
Ōpua Bay is home to roughly 1,659 people across 0.3 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Ōpua Bay scores 47 out of 100, with a safety score of 87/100 and 3% green space.
Schools: Ōpua Bay 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 $722K, and weekly rent typically sits around $420.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 10.1°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Ōpua Bay 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.
Livability Breakdown
- Safety87
- Amenities25
- Schools50
- Housing Affordability52
- Green space11
- Community78
- Transport18
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $722K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $420/wk
- Median HH Income
- $74K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +7.6%
- 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 Ōpua Bay?
- Children living in Ōpua Bay are in zone for Queen Charlotte College. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Ōpua Bay?
- 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 Ōpua Bay?
- The postcode for Ōpua Bay is 7281.
- What is the population of Ōpua Bay?
- Ōpua Bay has 1,659 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Ōpua Bay?
- The estimated median property value in Ōpua Bay is $722K. Median weekly rent is $420/week.
- Where is Ōpua Bay?
- Ōpua Bay is in Marlborough, New Zealand.
- Is Ōpua Bay a good place to live?
- Ōpua Bay scores 47/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Ōpua Bay
Schools in zone for Ōpua Bay
Children living in Ōpua Bay have a guaranteed right to enrol at these school, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Queen Charlotte College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 368 · decile 6
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School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Ōpua Bay. 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.
Ōpua Bay Weather
Current conditions: 10.1°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 20.28 | 14.49 | 1.42 | 11.86 |
| ☀️ Feb | 19.84 | 14.43 | 4.62 | 9.91 |
| 🍂 Mar | 18.33 | 12.84 | 1.98 | 10.05 |
| 🍂 Apr | 16.86 | 11.88 | 2.59 | 8.36 |
| 🍂 May | 14.8 | 10.26 | 2.45 | 7.03 |
| ❄️ Jun | 12.73 | 8.83 | 2.74 | 6.47 |
| ❄️ Jul | 12.02 | 7.42 | 3.36 | 6.34 |
| ❄️ Aug | 12.28 | 7.65 | 4.07 | 7.82 |
| 🌸 Sep | 13.64 | 8.76 | 2.63 | 8.64 |
| 🌸 Oct | 15.04 | 9.41 | 2.64 | 10.12 |
| 🌸 Nov | 17.05 | 11.49 | 2.02 | 11.11 |
| ☀️ Dec | 19.11 | 13.28 | 2.06 | 11.04 |
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