- Est. Median Value
- $547K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $150/wk
- Safety Score
- 88/100
- Green Space
- 56%
- Current Weather
- 6.0°C
- Median Age
- 36 yrs
~37 crimes/1k/yr
overcast clouds
Living in Otapiri Gorge
Is Otapiri Gorge a good place to live?
Otapiri Gorge is home to roughly 1,131 people across 69.7 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Otapiri Gorge scores 61 out of 100, with a safety score of 88/100 and 56% green space.
Schools: Otapiri Gorge has 3 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 $547K, and weekly rent typically sits around $150.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 6.0°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Otapiri Gorge 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
- Safety88
- Amenities20
- Schools67
- Housing Affordability69
- Green space100
- Community78
- Transport14
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $547K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $150/wk
- Median HH Income
- $107K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- -4.1%
- 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 Otapiri Gorge?
- Children living in Otapiri Gorge are in zone for Central Southland College, St Thomas School (Winton), 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 Otapiri Gorge?
- 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 Otapiri Gorge?
- The postcode for Otapiri Gorge is 9782.
- What is the population of Otapiri Gorge?
- Otapiri Gorge has 1,131 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Otapiri Gorge?
- The estimated median property value in Otapiri Gorge is $547K. Median weekly rent is $150/week.
- Where is Otapiri Gorge?
- Otapiri Gorge is in Southland, New Zealand.
- Is Otapiri Gorge a good place to live?
- Otapiri Gorge scores 61/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Otapiri Gorge
Schools in zone for Otapiri Gorge
Children living in Otapiri Gorge have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Central Southland College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 686 · decile 6
St Thomas School (Winton)
Full Primary · roll 89 · decile 9
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 Otapiri Gorge. 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.
Otapiri Gorge Weather
Current conditions: 6.0°C, overcast clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 19.84 | 11.03 | 3.42 | 10.83 |
| ☀️ Feb | 18.63 | 10.58 | 4.69 | 9.94 |
| 🍂 Mar | 15.91 | 8.81 | 4.88 | 8.44 |
| 🍂 Apr | 14.93 | 8.25 | 3.48 | 7.14 |
| 🍂 May | 11.7 | 6.15 | 4.48 | 5.12 |
| ❄️ Jun | 10.34 | 4.35 | 3.43 | 5.93 |
| ❄️ Jul | 9.25 | 3.4 | 4.65 | 5.85 |
| ❄️ Aug | 10.36 | 3.91 | 3.18 | 6.97 |
| 🌸 Sep | 12.4 | 5.28 | 6.04 | 8.27 |
| 🌸 Oct | 13.59 | 5.87 | 5.01 | 8.35 |
| 🌸 Nov | 15.13 | 6.95 | 4.23 | 9.77 |
| ☀️ Dec | 18.13 | 9.66 | 5.04 | 9.94 |
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