- Est. Median Value
- $441K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $290/wk
- Safety Score
- 61/100
- Green Space
- 12%
- Current Weather
- 3.6°C
- Median Age
- 46 yrs
~65 crimes/1k/yr
broken clouds
Living in Otaio
Is Otaio a good place to live?
Otaio is home to roughly 666 people across 228.9 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Otaio scores 53 out of 100, with a safety score of 61/100 and 12% green space.
Schools: Otaio 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 $441K, and weekly rent typically sits around $290.
Lifestyle: Otaio has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 3.6°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Otaio 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
- Safety61
- Amenities10
- Schools68
- Housing Affordability85
- Green space40
- Community78
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $441K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $290/wk
- Median HH Income
- $90K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- -3.1%
- 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 Otaio?
- Children living in Otaio are in zone for Craighead Diocesan School, Roncalli College. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Otaio?
- 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 Otaio?
- The postcode for Otaio is 7971.
- What is the population of Otaio?
- Otaio has 666 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Otaio?
- The estimated median property value in Otaio is $441K. Median weekly rent is $290/week.
- Where is Otaio?
- Otaio is in Waimate, Canterbury, New Zealand.
- Is Otaio a good place to live?
- Otaio scores 53/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Otaio
Schools in zone for Otaio
Children living in Otaio have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Craighead Diocesan School
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 412 · decile 9
Roncalli College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 516 · decile 7
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Otaio. 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.
Eat & Drink in Otaio
Places to eat & drink(1)
Riverstone Kitchen
Otaio Weather
Current conditions: 3.6°C, broken clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 20.48 | 11.52 | 2.24 | 11.01 |
| ☀️ Feb | 20.86 | 10.96 | 1.8 | 10.89 |
| 🍂 Mar | 18.24 | 8.31 | 3.43 | 8.98 |
| 🍂 Apr | 16.35 | 7.41 | 2.22 | 7.56 |
| 🍂 May | 13.17 | 4.77 | 1.6 | 6.68 |
| ❄️ Jun | 10.74 | 3.44 | 2.09 | 5.56 |
| ❄️ Jul | 10.6 | 1.97 | 2.97 | 6.66 |
| ❄️ Aug | 11.81 | 1.41 | 1.45 | 8.16 |
| 🌸 Sep | 14.57 | 4.3 | 2.79 | 9.07 |
| 🌸 Oct | 15.68 | 5.5 | 3.47 | 10.16 |
| 🌸 Nov | 16.84 | 7.49 | 3.73 | 10.73 |
| ☀️ Dec | 19.44 | 10.46 | 3.57 | 9.95 |
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