- Est. Median Value
- $447K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $200/wk
- Safety Score
- 91/100
- Green Space
- 10%
- Current Weather
- 4.7°C
- Median Age
- 41 yrs
~34 crimes/1k/yr
overcast clouds
Living in Otaraia
Is Otaraia a good place to live?
Otaraia is home to roughly 1,344 people across 83.7 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Otaraia scores 51 out of 100, with a safety score of 91/100 and 10% green space.
Schools: Otaraia 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 $447K, and weekly rent typically sits around $200.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 4.7°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Otaraia 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
- Safety91
- Amenities20
- Schools34
- Housing Affordability84
- Green space33
- Community56
- Transport14
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $447K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $200/wk
- Median HH Income
- $101K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +3.2%
- 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 Otaraia?
- Children living in Otaraia are in zone for 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 Otaraia?
- 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 Otaraia?
- The postcode for Otaraia is 9772.
- What is the population of Otaraia?
- Otaraia has 1,344 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Otaraia?
- The estimated median property value in Otaraia is $447K. Median weekly rent is $200/week.
- Where is Otaraia?
- Otaraia is in Gore, Southland, New Zealand.
- Is Otaraia a good place to live?
- Otaraia scores 51/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Otaraia
Schools in zone for Otaraia
Children living in Otaraia have a guaranteed right to enrol at these school, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
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 Otaraia. 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.
Otaraia Weather
Current conditions: 4.7°C, overcast clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 17.96 | 8.75 | 3.82 | 10.38 |
| ☀️ Feb | 16.76 | 7.96 | 4.43 | 9.33 |
| 🍂 Mar | 13.89 | 6.2 | 5.36 | 7.85 |
| 🍂 Apr | 12.53 | 5.84 | 3.07 | 6 |
| 🍂 May | 9.37 | 3.82 | 4.07 | 4.66 |
| ❄️ Jun | 7.51 | 1.93 | 2.92 | 5.17 |
| ❄️ Jul | 6.83 | 1.52 | 3.97 | 4.87 |
| ❄️ Aug | 7.99 | 1.04 | 2.76 | 6.34 |
| 🌸 Sep | 10.21 | 2.79 | 6.87 | 6.72 |
| 🌸 Oct | 11.43 | 3.56 | 5.03 | 7.63 |
| 🌸 Nov | 13.36 | 4.76 | 3.87 | 9.35 |
| ☀️ Dec | 16.02 | 7.51 | 5.05 | 9.18 |
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