- Est. Median Value
- $770K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $380/wk
- Safety Score
- 61/100
- Green Space
- 0%
- Current Weather
- 12.8°C
- Median Age
- 54 yrs
~65 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Purau Bay
Is Purau Bay a good place to live?
Purau Bay is home to roughly 1,608 people across 1.3 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Purau Bay scores 48 out of 100, with a safety score of 61/100 and 0% green space.
Schools: Purau Bay has 9 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 $770K, and weekly rent typically sits around $380.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 12.8°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Purau Bay 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
- Safety61
- Amenities38
- Schools79
- Housing Affordability49
- Green space10
- Community78
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $770K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $380/wk
- Median HH Income
- $81K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +2.7%
- 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 Purau Bay?
- Children living in Purau Bay are in zone for Christchurch Adventist School, St Thomas of Canterbury College, Middleton Grange School, Cashmere High School, Marian College, St Anne's School (Woolston), Aidanfield Christian School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Purau Bay?
- 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 population of Purau Bay?
- Purau Bay has 1,608 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Purau Bay?
- The estimated median property value in Purau Bay is $770K. Median weekly rent is $380/week.
- Where is Purau Bay?
- Purau Bay is in Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand.
- Is Purau Bay a good place to live?
- Purau Bay scores 48/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Purau Bay
Schools in zone for Purau Bay
Children living in Purau Bay have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Christchurch Adventist School
Composite · roll 285 · decile 6
St Thomas of Canterbury College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 708 · decile 8
Middleton Grange School
Composite · roll 1387 · decile 9
Cashmere High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 2459 · decile 9
Marian College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 436 · decile 9
St Anne's School (Woolston)
Full Primary · roll 176 · decile 3
Aidanfield Christian School
Composite · roll 457 · decile 8
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Purau Bay. 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 Purau Bay that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Diamond Harbour School
Full Primary · roll 108 · decile 9 · 1.6 km away
Lyttelton Primary School
Full Primary · roll 126 · decile 9 · 3.6 km away
Rubbish & Recycling
Purau Bay uses different waste collection arrangements — kerbside bins may not be available at all addresses in this area.
Purau Bay Weather
Current conditions: 12.8°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 22.15 | 13.76 | 1.23 | 11.84 |
| ☀️ Feb | 21.4 | 13.26 | 3.46 | 9.49 |
| 🍂 Mar | 19.12 | 11.24 | 1.73 | 9.13 |
| 🍂 Apr | 17.53 | 9.6 | 1.4 | 8.31 |
| 🍂 May | 14.96 | 7.4 | 1.46 | 6.37 |
| ❄️ Jun | 12.53 | 6.32 | 1.83 | 5.49 |
| ❄️ Jul | 11.3 | 4.57 | 4.19 | 5.62 |
| ❄️ Aug | 12.63 | 4.76 | 1.62 | 7.37 |
| 🌸 Sep | 14.95 | 6.23 | 1.72 | 8.83 |
| 🌸 Oct | 16.83 | 7.27 | 1.86 | 10.33 |
| 🌸 Nov | 18.8 | 10.23 | 2.29 | 11.34 |
| ☀️ Dec | 20.92 | 12.37 | 1.93 | 10.79 |
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