- Est. Median Value
- $706K
- Safety Score
- 86/100
- Green Space
- 2%
- Current Weather
- 9.8°C
- Median Age
- 40 yrs
~40 crimes/1k/yr
few clouds
Living in Port Nelson
Is Port Nelson a good place to live?
Port Nelson is home to roughly 123 people across 0.8 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Port Nelson scores 51 out of 100, with a safety score of 86/100 and 2% green space.
Schools: Port Nelson has 13 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 $706K.
Lifestyle: Port Nelson has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 9.8°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Port Nelson 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
- Safety86
- Amenities52
- Schools60
- Housing Affordability53
- Green space10
- Community33
- Transport23
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $706K
- Median HH Income
- $34K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +46.4%
- 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 Port Nelson?
- Port Nelson is not covered by a school enrolment zone. Nearby schools may accept enrolments under open enrolment or by application.
- How do I check my school zone in Port Nelson?
- 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 Port Nelson?
- The postcode for Port Nelson is 7010.
- What is the population of Port Nelson?
- Port Nelson has 123 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Port Nelson?
- The estimated median property value in Port Nelson is $706K.
- Where is Port Nelson?
- Port Nelson is in Nelson, Nelson / Tasman, New Zealand.
- Is Port Nelson a good place to live?
- Port Nelson scores 51/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Port Nelson
Schools in zone for Port Nelson
No enrolment-zoned schools cover Port Nelson. The schools below are the nearest options — many operate open enrolment.
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Port Nelson. 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.
Other nearby schools
Schools close to Port Nelson that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Nelson Teen Parent Unit
Teen Parent Unit · decile 1 · 0.7 km away
Auckland Point School
Contributing · roll 83 · decile 1 · 0.7 km away
Maitai School
Specialist School · roll 59 · decile 7 · 1.8 km away
Nelson College For Girls
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 985 · decile 7 · 2.0 km away
Nelson Central School
Contributing · roll 370 · decile 5 · 2.0 km away
Nelson College For Girls Prep School
Intermediate · roll 98 · decile 7 · 2.0 km away
St Joseph's School (Nelson)
Full Primary · roll 345 · decile 5 · 2.1 km away
Hampden Street School
Contributing · roll 422 · decile 6 · 2.5 km away
Te Puna Wānanga o Te Wairepo – Victory Primary School
Contributing · roll 343 · decile 2 · 2.5 km away
Nelson College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 1037 · decile 7 · 2.6 km away
Nelson College (Prep Dept)
Intermediate · roll 98 · decile 7 · 2.7 km away
Nelson Intermediate
Intermediate · roll 413 · decile 5 · 3.2 km away
Tahunanui School
Contributing · roll 265 · decile 4 · 3.8 km away
Rubbish & Recycling
- Rubbish collection
- Wednesday (weekly)
- Recycling
- Wednesday (fortnightly, Week 1)
- Next recycling
- 23 September
Check your exact collection days on the Nelson City Council website →
Rubbish bin
Non-recyclable general waste. Put out every Wednesday.
Recycling bin
Paper, cardboard, glass bottles & jars, metal cans, rigid plastic containers. Put out every second Wednesday.
Collection data sourced from Nelson City Council.
Explore Port Nelson
Things to do(2)
Nelson Rowing Club
Super Yacht Berth
Parks & green spaces
Parks and reserves for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Healthcare
Pharmacies and clinics for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Eat & Drink in Port Nelson
Places to eat & drink(5)
Anchor Restaurant and Bar
Kush Roadster & Micro Café
Ruby's Espresso
Kush Roastery and Coffee Shop
Styx
Tradies & Services in Port Nelson
Tradies & services(10)
BlueWater Solar and Marine Electrics
Haven Motors
Haven Motors Nelson
Marine and General Engineering
NZ Coating Services
Portside Auto Centre
Rzoska Electrical
Solar Sure
South Pacific Turbochargers New Zealand
Whakatu Marine Services Limited
Shops in Port Nelson
Shops(4)
Baby on the Move
Jackson & Co
Nw Designs
Paintco Nelson - Stockists of quality industrial, automotive and marine paints
Beauty & Fitness in Port Nelson
Beauty & fitness(1)
Nelson Rowing Club
Professional Services in Port Nelson
Professional services(3)
Diverse Engineering
Trafalgar Painting Company
Westfleet Fishing Ltd
Stay in Port Nelson
Places to stay(1)
Harbourside Lodge
Port Nelson Weather
Current conditions: 9.8°C, few clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 21.95 | 14.77 | 2.56 | 11.26 |
| ☀️ Feb | 21.53 | 14.31 | 3.53 | 11.25 |
| 🍂 Mar | 19.54 | 11.65 | 2.18 | 10.38 |
| 🍂 Apr | 17.54 | 11.29 | 5.52 | 8.3 |
| 🍂 May | 15.06 | 8.68 | 5.62 | 6.83 |
| ❄️ Jun | 13.64 | 7.46 | 3.77 | 7 |
| ❄️ Jul | 12.94 | 6.31 | 1.92 | 7.39 |
| ❄️ Aug | 12.82 | 5.71 | 3.52 | 8.67 |
| 🌸 Sep | 15.07 | 8.02 | 2.99 | 8.97 |
| 🌸 Oct | 16.51 | 9.07 | 5.63 | 10.42 |
| 🌸 Nov | 18.25 | 10.95 | 3.16 | 11.09 |
| ☀️ Dec | 21.52 | 14.03 | 2.95 | 11.44 |
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