- Est. Median Value
- $642K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $420/wk
- Safety Score
- 69/100
- Green Space
- 0%
- Current Weather
- 1.7°C
- Median Age
- 46 yrs
~56 crimes/1k/yr
few clouds
Living in Rāpaki Bay
Is Rāpaki Bay a good place to live?
Rāpaki Bay is home to roughly 3,123 people across 0.3 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Rāpaki Bay scores 46 out of 100, with a safety score of 69/100 and 0% green space.
Schools: Rāpaki Bay has 11 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 $642K, and weekly rent typically sits around $420.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 1.7°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Rāpaki 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
- Safety69
- Amenities38
- Schools78
- Housing Affordability58
- Green space10
- Community22
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $642K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $420/wk
- Median HH Income
- $94K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +4.7%
- 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 Rāpaki Bay?
- Children living in Rāpaki Bay are in zone for Christchurch Adventist School, St Thomas of Canterbury College, Middleton Grange School, Cashmere High School, Hillview Christian School, Marian College, St Anne's School (Woolston). Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Rāpaki 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 postcode for Rāpaki Bay?
- The postcode for Rāpaki Bay is 8971.
- What is the population of Rāpaki Bay?
- Rāpaki Bay has 3,123 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Rāpaki Bay?
- The estimated median property value in Rāpaki Bay is $642K. Median weekly rent is $420/week.
- Where is Rāpaki Bay?
- Rāpaki Bay is in Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand.
- Is Rāpaki Bay a good place to live?
- Rāpaki Bay scores 46/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Rāpaki Bay
Schools in zone for Rāpaki Bay
Children living in Rāpaki 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
Hillview Christian School
Composite · roll 545 · decile 7
Marian College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 436 · decile 9
St Anne's School (Woolston)
Full Primary · roll 176 · decile 3
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Rāpaki 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 Rāpaki Bay that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Te Kura o Ōhinetahi - Governors Bay
Full Primary · roll 93 · decile 10 · 2.9 km away
Lyttelton Primary School
Full Primary · roll 126 · decile 9 · 3.5 km away
Heathcote Valley School
Full Primary · roll 186 · decile 9 · 4.0 km away
Diamond Harbour School
Full Primary · roll 108 · decile 9 · 4.5 km away
Rubbish & Recycling
Rāpaki Bay uses different waste collection arrangements — kerbside bins may not be available at all addresses in this area.
Rāpaki Bay Weather
Current conditions: 1.7°C, few clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 22.38 | 14.03 | 1.29 | 11.91 |
| ☀️ Feb | 22.24 | 13.52 | 2.18 | 10.42 |
| 🍂 Mar | 19.13 | 10.66 | 1.97 | 9.16 |
| 🍂 Apr | 17.43 | 9.59 | 1.58 | 8.29 |
| 🍂 May | 14.37 | 6.94 | 1.72 | 6.1 |
| ❄️ Jun | 12.47 | 6.72 | 2 | 5.39 |
| ❄️ Jul | 11.55 | 4.66 | 2.88 | 6.16 |
| ❄️ Aug | 12.41 | 4.43 | 1.58 | 7.61 |
| 🌸 Sep | 15.37 | 6.32 | 2.05 | 8.93 |
| 🌸 Oct | 17.25 | 7.57 | 1.94 | 10.42 |
| 🌸 Nov | 18.44 | 9.76 | 1.91 | 11.48 |
| ☀️ Dec | 21.51 | 12.39 | 2.16 | 10.98 |
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