- Est. Median Value
- $452K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $200/wk
- Safety Score
- 50/100
- Green Space
- 34%
- Current Weather
- 11.0°C
- Median Age
- 34 yrs
~75 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Otakeho
Is Otakeho a good place to live?
Otakeho is home to roughly 213 people across 36.7 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Otakeho scores 53 out of 100, with a safety score of 50/100 and 34% green space.
Schools: Otakeho 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 $452K, and weekly rent typically sits around $200.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 11.0°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Otakeho 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
- Safety50
- Amenities27
- Schools63
- Housing Affordability83
- Green space100
- Community33
- Transport21
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $452K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $200/wk
- Median HH Income
- $91K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- -1.1%
- 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 Otakeho?
- Children living in Otakeho are in zone for Auroa School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Otakeho?
- 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 Otakeho?
- The postcode for Otakeho is 4678.
- What is the population of Otakeho?
- Otakeho has 213 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Otakeho?
- The estimated median property value in Otakeho is $452K. Median weekly rent is $200/week.
- Where is Otakeho?
- Otakeho is in South Taranaki, Taranaki, New Zealand.
- Is Otakeho a good place to live?
- Otakeho scores 53/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Otakeho
Schools in zone for Otakeho
Children living in Otakeho have a guaranteed right to enrol at these school, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Auroa School
Full Primary · roll 156 · decile 8
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Otakeho. 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.
Otakeho Weather
Current conditions: 11.0°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 21.21 | 15.89 | 6.94 | 10.65 |
| ☀️ Feb | 20.7 | 15.45 | 3.33 | 10.6 |
| 🍂 Mar | 19.06 | 13.5 | 2.59 | 10.27 |
| 🍂 Apr | 18.24 | 12.59 | 3.67 | 8.27 |
| 🍂 May | 16.01 | 10.93 | 5.47 | 7.11 |
| ❄️ Jun | 14.38 | 9.14 | 2.95 | 7.52 |
| ❄️ Jul | 13.48 | 8.52 | 4.38 | 7.05 |
| ❄️ Aug | 13.2 | 8.04 | 3.8 | 7.84 |
| 🌸 Sep | 14.83 | 10 | 4.78 | 9.23 |
| 🌸 Oct | 15.76 | 10.27 | 3.09 | 10.16 |
| 🌸 Nov | 16.85 | 11.99 | 3.04 | 10.41 |
| ☀️ Dec | 19.7 | 14.54 | 2.83 | 10.88 |
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