- Est. Median Value
- $505K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $200/wk
- Safety Score
- 82/100
- Green Space
- 4%
- Current Weather
- 8.3°C
- Median Age
- 37 yrs
~43 crimes/1k/yr
overcast clouds
Living in Riverton Racecourse
Is Riverton Racecourse a good place to live?
Riverton Racecourse is home to roughly 2,841 people. On Suburb's overall livability scale, Riverton Racecourse scores 46 out of 100, with a safety score of 82/100 and 4% green space.
Schools: Riverton Racecourse has 4 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 $505K, and weekly rent typically sits around $200.
Lifestyle: Riverton Racecourse has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 8.3°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Riverton Racecourse 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
- Safety82
- Amenities10
- Schools54
- Housing Affordability74
- Green space14
- Community44
- Transport14
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $505K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $200/wk
- Median HH Income
- $87K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +1.2%
- 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 Riverton Racecourse?
- Children living in Riverton Racecourse are in zone for Verdon College, Southland Adventist Christian School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Riverton Racecourse?
- 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 Riverton Racecourse?
- Riverton Racecourse has 2,841 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Riverton Racecourse?
- The estimated median property value in Riverton Racecourse is $505K. Median weekly rent is $200/week.
- Where is Riverton Racecourse?
- Riverton Racecourse is in Southland, New Zealand.
- Is Riverton Racecourse a good place to live?
- Riverton Racecourse scores 46/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Riverton Racecourse
Schools in zone for Riverton Racecourse
Children living in Riverton Racecourse have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Verdon College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 716 · decile 6
Southland Adventist Christian School
Full Primary · roll 123 · decile 4
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Riverton Racecourse. 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 Riverton Racecourse that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Riverton School
Contributing · roll 131 · decile 6 · 4.1 km away
Aparima College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 217 · decile 6 · 4.3 km away
Explore Riverton Racecourse
Things to do(1)
Gummies Bush Whitebait Camp
Parks & green spaces(1)
Gummies Bush Whitebait Camp
Healthcare
Pharmacies and clinics for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Riverton Racecourse Weather
Current conditions: 8.3°C, overcast clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 18.91 | 11.15 | 4.24 | 10.73 |
| ☀️ Feb | 17.98 | 10.69 | 4.61 | 10.18 |
| 🍂 Mar | 16.08 | 8.89 | 4.75 | 8.31 |
| 🍂 Apr | 15.04 | 8.38 | 3.94 | 6.87 |
| 🍂 May | 12.02 | 6.36 | 3.88 | 4.68 |
| ❄️ Jun | 9.94 | 3.84 | 3.57 | 5.54 |
| ❄️ Jul | 9.53 | 3.6 | 3.76 | 5.7 |
| ❄️ Aug | 10.6 | 3.6 | 3.41 | 6.84 |
| 🌸 Sep | 12.49 | 5.42 | 5.11 | 7.94 |
| 🌸 Oct | 13.33 | 6.13 | 4.26 | 8.2 |
| 🌸 Nov | 14.63 | 7.13 | 3.28 | 10.17 |
| ☀️ Dec | 17.24 | 9.98 | 4.76 | 9.79 |
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