- Est. Median Value
- $704K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $200/wk
- Safety Score
- 74/100
- Green Space
- 99%
- Current Weather
- 10.6°C
- Median Age
- 58 yrs
~51 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Ōtaki
Is Ōtaki a good place to live?
Ōtaki is home to roughly 2,028 people across 7.0 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Ōtaki scores 51 out of 100, with a safety score of 74/100 and 99% green space.
Schools: Ōtaki 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 $704K, and weekly rent typically sits around $200.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 10.6°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Ōtaki 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
- Safety74
- Amenities25
- Schools50
- Housing Affordability53
- Green space100
- Community56
- Transport18
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $704K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $200/wk
- Median HH Income
- $68K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +9.9%
- 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 Ōtaki?
- Children living in Ōtaki 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 Ōtaki?
- 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 Ōtaki?
- The postcode for Ōtaki is 7282.
- What is the population of Ōtaki?
- Ōtaki has 2,028 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Ōtaki?
- The estimated median property value in Ōtaki is $704K. Median weekly rent is $200/week.
- Where is Ōtaki?
- Ōtaki is in Marlborough, New Zealand.
- Is Ōtaki a good place to live?
- Ōtaki scores 51/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Ōtaki
Schools in zone for Ōtaki
Children living in Ōtaki 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
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Ōtaki. 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.
Ōtaki Weather
Current conditions: 10.6°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 19.37 | 13.95 | 2.04 | 11.55 |
| ☀️ Feb | 19.18 | 13.86 | 2.58 | 11.01 |
| 🍂 Mar | 17.56 | 11.85 | 1.94 | 10.48 |
| 🍂 Apr | 15.7 | 11.22 | 5.19 | 8.06 |
| 🍂 May | 13.58 | 9.33 | 4.44 | 7 |
| ❄️ Jun | 12.19 | 8.46 | 3.11 | 6.88 |
| ❄️ Jul | 11.41 | 6.97 | 2.63 | 6.93 |
| ❄️ Aug | 11.28 | 6.69 | 3.35 | 8.47 |
| 🌸 Sep | 13.06 | 8.49 | 2.98 | 8.9 |
| 🌸 Oct | 14.28 | 9.04 | 3.5 | 10.4 |
| 🌸 Nov | 15.61 | 10.34 | 2.39 | 10.95 |
| ☀️ Dec | 18.2 | 12.54 | 2.18 | 11.33 |
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