- Est. Median Value
- $741K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $280/wk
- Safety Score
- 50/100
- Green Space
- 53%
- Current Weather
- 10.0°C
- Median Age
- 47 yrs
~75 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Seaward Valley
Is Seaward Valley a good place to live?
Seaward Valley is home to roughly 1,899 people across 37.7 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Seaward Valley scores 48 out of 100, with a safety score of 50/100 and 53% green space.
Schools: Seaward Valley has 1 school 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 $741K, and weekly rent typically sits around $280.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 10.0°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Seaward Valley 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
- Safety50
- Amenities38
- Schools41
- Housing Affordability51
- Green space100
- Community67
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $741K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $280/wk
- Median HH Income
- $78K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +12.4%
- 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 Seaward Valley?
- Children living in Seaward Valley are in zone for St Joseph's School (Kaikōura). Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Seaward Valley?
- 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 Seaward Valley?
- The postcode for Seaward Valley is 7371.
- What is the population of Seaward Valley?
- Seaward Valley has 1,899 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Seaward Valley?
- The estimated median property value in Seaward Valley is $741K. Median weekly rent is $280/week.
- Where is Seaward Valley?
- Seaward Valley is in Kaikoura, Canterbury, New Zealand.
- Is Seaward Valley a good place to live?
- Seaward Valley scores 48/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Seaward Valley
Schools in zone for Seaward Valley
Children living in Seaward Valley have a guaranteed right to enrol at these school, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
St Joseph's School (Kaikōura)
Full Primary · roll 104 · decile 5
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Seaward Valley. 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.
Seaward Valley Weather
Current conditions: 10.0°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 18.1 | 9.94 | 3.76 | 11.59 |
| ☀️ Feb | 17.54 | 9.72 | 8.9 | 10.18 |
| 🍂 Mar | 15.27 | 6.61 | 4.13 | 9.4 |
| 🍂 Apr | 13.82 | 6.19 | 3.3 | 7.77 |
| 🍂 May | 10.43 | 3.38 | 2.98 | 6.31 |
| ❄️ Jun | 8.55 | 2.16 | 5.36 | 5.77 |
| ❄️ Jul | 6.86 | 0.33 | 5.7 | 6.58 |
| ❄️ Aug | 6.8 | -0.79 | 2.1 | 8.19 |
| 🌸 Sep | 10.57 | 1.75 | 2.79 | 8.49 |
| 🌸 Oct | 12.78 | 3.58 | 4.27 | 10.02 |
| 🌸 Nov | 14.33 | 5.87 | 2.83 | 10.83 |
| ☀️ Dec | 17.85 | 9.2 | 5.71 | 10.91 |
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