- Est. Median Value
- $544K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $350/wk
- Safety Score
- 61/100
- Green Space
- 87%
- Current Weather
- 9.2°C
- Median Age
- 40 yrs
~65 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Rakaia
Is Rakaia a good place to live?
Rakaia is home to roughly 1,578 people across 67.7 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Rakaia scores 62 out of 100, with a safety score of 61/100 and 87% green space.
Schools: Rakaia has 6 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 $544K, and weekly rent typically sits around $350.
Lifestyle: Rakaia has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 9.2°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Rakaia 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
- Safety61
- Amenities54
- Schools73
- Housing Affordability69
- Green space100
- Community44
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $544K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $350/wk
- Median HH Income
- $84K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +9.6%
- 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 Rakaia?
- Children living in Rakaia are in zone for Villa Maria College, St Thomas of Canterbury College, Ashburton College, Craighead Diocesan School, Ashburton Christian School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Rakaia?
- 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 Rakaia?
- The postcode for Rakaia is 7710.
- What is the population of Rakaia?
- Rakaia has 1,578 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Rakaia?
- The estimated median property value in Rakaia is $544K. Median weekly rent is $350/week.
- Where is Rakaia?
- Rakaia is in Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand.
- Is Rakaia a good place to live?
- Rakaia scores 62/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Rakaia
Schools in zone for Rakaia
Children living in Rakaia have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Villa Maria College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 835 · decile 9
St Thomas of Canterbury College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 708 · decile 8
Ashburton College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 1411 · decile 6
Craighead Diocesan School
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 412 · decile 9
Ashburton Christian School
Composite (Year 1-10) · roll 262 · decile 6
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Rakaia. 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 Rakaia that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Rakaia School
Full Primary · roll 199 · decile 6 · 1.9 km away
Explore Rakaia
Things to do(6)
Rakaia Netball Club
Rakaia Playground
Smash Fitness Rakaia
Rakaia Golf Club
Rakaia Bowling Club
Rakaia Rugby Football Club
Parks & green spaces(1)
Rakaia Playground
Healthcare
Pharmacies and clinics for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Eat & Drink in Rakaia
Places to eat & drink(4)
Mr India Kitchen
Railway Tavern Rakaia
Rakaia Takeaways
South Rakaia Hotel
Tradies & Services in Rakaia
Tradies & services(4)
Martin Excavating and Contracting
Rakaia Automotive
Rakaia Service Centre Ltd
REL Group
Shops in Rakaia
Shops(8)
Annie's of Rakaia
Four Square Rakaia
Four Square Rakaia Foodstore
Goldpine
Normanby St Gardens
Rakaia Foodstore & The Avenue Gifts Shop
Rakaia Wrought Iron
Thirsty Liquor Rakaia
Beauty & Fitness in Rakaia
Beauty & fitness(7)
brunoportolan
Rakaia Bowling Club
Rakaia Golf Club
Rakaia Hair Studio
Rakaia Netball Club
Rakaia Rugby Football Club
Smash Fitness Rakaia
Professional Services in Rakaia
Professional services(2)
Charlie Tomlin Ltd
Van Zanten Flowerbulbs NZ Ltd
Rakaia Weather
Current conditions: 9.2°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 22.3 | 12.19 | 1.96 | 11.49 |
| ☀️ Feb | 21.27 | 11.93 | 3.77 | 9.09 |
| 🍂 Mar | 19.25 | 10.07 | 2.14 | 8.68 |
| 🍂 Apr | 17.48 | 7.99 | 1.6 | 8.13 |
| 🍂 May | 14.41 | 5.94 | 1.41 | 6.3 |
| ❄️ Jun | 11.73 | 3.84 | 1.94 | 5.54 |
| ❄️ Jul | 10.63 | 2.85 | 5.42 | 5.59 |
| ❄️ Aug | 12.54 | 3.3 | 1.99 | 7.33 |
| 🌸 Sep | 14.88 | 5.27 | 1.98 | 8.61 |
| 🌸 Oct | 16.38 | 6.02 | 2.46 | 9.88 |
| 🌸 Nov | 18.29 | 8.93 | 2.99 | 10.73 |
| ☀️ Dec | 20.41 | 11.24 | 2.71 | 10.15 |
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