- Est. Median Value
- $505K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $200/wk
- Safety Score
- 82/100
- Green Space
- 8%
- Current Weather
- 9.3°C
- Median Age
- 43 yrs
~43 crimes/1k/yr
overcast clouds
Living in Otahu Flat
Is Otahu Flat a good place to live?
Otahu Flat is home to roughly 2,073 people across 22.7 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Otahu Flat scores 47 out of 100, with a safety score of 82/100 and 8% green space.
Schools: Otahu Flat 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 $505K, and weekly rent typically sits around $200.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 9.3°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Otahu Flat 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
- Safety82
- Amenities20
- Schools49
- Housing Affordability74
- Green space27
- Community44
- Transport14
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $505K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $200/wk
- Median HH Income
- $74K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +3.9%
- 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 Otahu Flat?
- Children living in Otahu Flat are in zone for Hauroko Valley Primary School, Southland Adventist Christian School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Otahu Flat?
- 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 Otahu Flat?
- The postcode for Otahu Flat is 9682.
- What is the population of Otahu Flat?
- Otahu Flat has 2,073 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Otahu Flat?
- The estimated median property value in Otahu Flat is $505K. Median weekly rent is $200/week.
- Where is Otahu Flat?
- Otahu Flat is in Southland, New Zealand.
- Is Otahu Flat a good place to live?
- Otahu Flat scores 47/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Otahu Flat
Schools in zone for Otahu Flat
Children living in Otahu Flat have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Hauroko Valley Primary School
Full Primary · roll 77 · decile 7
Southland Adventist Christian School
Full Primary · roll 123 · decile 4
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Otahu Flat. 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.
Otahu Flat Weather
Current conditions: 9.3°C, overcast clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 19.88 | 10.38 | 3.36 | 9.96 |
| ☀️ Feb | 18.7 | 10.26 | 5.13 | 9.74 |
| 🍂 Mar | 16.16 | 8.49 | 5.58 | 8.17 |
| 🍂 Apr | 15.24 | 7.44 | 3.86 | 7.11 |
| 🍂 May | 11.79 | 5.16 | 4.74 | 4.69 |
| ❄️ Jun | 10.31 | 2.71 | 3.73 | 5.63 |
| ❄️ Jul | 9.31 | 2.43 | 3.96 | 5.32 |
| ❄️ Aug | 10.54 | 3.27 | 3.93 | 6.84 |
| 🌸 Sep | 12.33 | 4.98 | 7.38 | 7.69 |
| 🌸 Oct | 13.77 | 5.36 | 5.43 | 7.95 |
| 🌸 Nov | 15.32 | 6.37 | 3.69 | 9.48 |
| ☀️ Dec | 18.13 | 9.71 | 4.48 | 9.38 |
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