- Est. Median Value
- $623K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $380/wk
- Safety Score
- 66/100
- Green Space
- 56%
- Current Weather
- 8.7°C
- Median Age
- 44 yrs
~59 crimes/1k/yr
few clouds
Living in Pukaki
Is Pukaki a good place to live?
Pukaki is home to roughly 1,674 people across 303.5 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Pukaki scores 56 out of 100, with a safety score of 66/100 and 56% green space.
Schools: Pukaki has 2 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 $623K, and weekly rent typically sits around $380.
Lifestyle: Pukaki has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 8.7°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Pukaki 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
- Safety66
- Amenities18
- Schools68
- Housing Affordability60
- Green space100
- Community78
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $623K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $380/wk
- Median HH Income
- $81K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +10.5%
- 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 Pukaki?
- Children living in Pukaki are in zone for Craighead Diocesan School, Roncalli College. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Pukaki?
- 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 Pukaki?
- The postcode for Pukaki is 7999.
- What is the population of Pukaki?
- Pukaki has 1,674 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Pukaki?
- The estimated median property value in Pukaki is $623K. Median weekly rent is $380/week.
- Where is Pukaki?
- Pukaki is in Mackenzie, Canterbury, New Zealand.
- Is Pukaki a good place to live?
- Pukaki scores 56/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Pukaki
Schools in zone for Pukaki
Children living in Pukaki have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Craighead Diocesan School
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 412 · decile 9
Roncalli College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 516 · decile 7
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Pukaki. 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.
Explore Pukaki
Things to do(6)
Skydive Mount Cook
The Helicopter Line Twizel
Aviation Adventures
Heliventures
Sky Suites Lake Pukaki
Skydive Mount Cook
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.
Shops in Pukaki
Shops(2)
Mt Cook Alpine Salmon Shop
Mt. Cook Alpine Salmon
Beauty & Fitness in Pukaki
Beauty & fitness(2)
Sky Suites Lake Pukaki
Skydive Mount Cook
Professional Services in Pukaki
Professional services(1)
Rideshare Consultants
Stay in Pukaki
Places to stay(4)
Lake Pukaki Camping Area
Lake Wardell
Pukaki Air Lodge
Lakestone Lodge
Pukaki Weather
Current conditions: 8.7°C, few clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 23.52 | 12.72 | 2.4 | 12.25 |
| ☀️ Feb | 22.19 | 11.54 | 1.98 | 11.63 |
| 🍂 Mar | 18.46 | 8.42 | 2.67 | 9.8 |
| 🍂 Apr | 15.49 | 7.37 | 3.11 | 8.21 |
| 🍂 May | 10.42 | 3.74 | 2.38 | 6.64 |
| ❄️ Jun | 6 | 1.22 | 1.69 | 5.01 |
| ❄️ Jul | 6.57 | 0.22 | 1.45 | 6.19 |
| ❄️ Aug | 8.62 | 0.44 | 2.32 | 8.05 |
| 🌸 Sep | 12.74 | 3.05 | 5.24 | 9.24 |
| 🌸 Oct | 14.79 | 4.75 | 4.48 | 10.45 |
| 🌸 Nov | 18.39 | 7.77 | 2.67 | 12.11 |
| ☀️ Dec | 21.82 | 11.37 | 2.84 | 12.27 |
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