- Est. Median Value
- $484K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $346/wk
- Safety Score
- 83/100
- Green Space
- 11%
- Current Weather
- 5.8°C
- Median Age
- 47 yrs
~42 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in South Hill
Is South Hill a good place to live?
South Hill is home to roughly 2,247 people. On Suburb's overall livability scale, South Hill scores 74 out of 100, with a safety score of 83/100 and 11% green space.
Schools: South Hill has 7 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 $484K, and weekly rent typically sits around $346.
Lifestyle: South Hill has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. Public transport stops are within easy reach. The current temperature is 5.8°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether South Hill 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
- Safety83
- Amenities100
- Schools66
- Housing Affordability78
- Green space36
- Community78
- Transport10
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $484K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $346/wk
- Median HH Income
- $62K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +2.9%
- 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
Schools & Enrolment Zones in South Hill
Schools in zone for South Hill
Children living in South Hill have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Fenwick School
Contributing · roll 279 · decile 6
Oamaru Intermediate
Intermediate · roll 291 · decile 5
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in South Hill. 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 South Hill that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Te Pākihi o Maru
Contributing · roll 123 · decile 6 · 1.9 km away
St Joseph's School (Oamaru)
Full Primary · roll 140 · decile 5 · 1.9 km away
Waitaki Girls' High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 407 · decile 6 · 2.3 km away
Pembroke School (Oamaru)
Contributing · roll 234 · decile 3 · 3.6 km away
Waitaki Boys' High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 436 · decile 6 · 4.0 km away
Explore South Hill
Things to do(11)
Ōamaru Blue Penguin Colony
North Otago Rugby
Ōamaru Victorian Precinct
Oamaru Grappling Club - BJJ & Submission Wrestling
Mbizi Drum and Dance
King George Park
Oamaru Rowing Club
Oamaru Squash and Badminton Club
Craig Smith Coaching
Oamaru Lookout Point
Lookout Point Reserve @Oamaru
Parks & green spaces(3)
King George Park
Oamaru Lookout Point
Lookout Point Reserve @Oamaru
Healthcare(1)
South Hill Medical
Eat & Drink in South Hill
Places to eat & drink(25)
Criterion Hotel
The Woolstore Café
Cucina
Scotts Brewery
Coffee Supreme
Vinbrux Bakery
Harbour Street Collective Cafe
Tees St.
KokoAmo
Tees Street Cafe
Moa Bakery
One Smart Coffee
Del Mar Restaurant - Oamaru
The Galley
I C Ice Cream
Craftwork Brewery
Harbour Street Collective Cafe
Harbour Street Bakery
Casa Mia Espresso
Riverstone Kitchen L
Scotts Brewing Co
Old Oamaru Town
No Cow Ltd
Criterion Hotel Bar and Eatery
Harbour St Bakery
Tradies & Services in South Hill
Tradies & services(4)
Craft Upholstery
Davison Electrical
First Call Electrical
Grafted
Shops in South Hill
Shops(5)
Moké Apparel
NellyRose Design
Poppa's Organic Pantry
Regalias Time Pieces
The Victorian Wardrobe
Beauty & Fitness in South Hill
Beauty & fitness(8)
1853 Tattoo
Beauty & Massage By Rowena
Belle Visage Beauty Therapy
Craig Smith Coaching
Mbizi Drum and Dance
Oamaru Grappling Club - BJJ & Submission Wrestling
Oamaru Rowing Club
Oamaru Squash and Badminton Club
Professional Services in South Hill
Professional services(1)
The Village Architect Ltd
Stay in South Hill
Places to stay(8)
Swaggers Backpackers
Character home with sea &town views
Sunny South Hill
Oamaru Backpackers
The Whitestone, Oamaru. Luxury Accommodation.
Mariner Suites
Harbour View Cottage
Criterion Boutique Hotel
South Hill Weather
Current conditions: 5.8°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 20.66 | 11.79 | 1.28 | 10.96 |
| ☀️ Feb | 20.57 | 11.45 | 2.49 | 9.92 |
| 🍂 Mar | 18.55 | 10 | 2.09 | 8.88 |
| 🍂 Apr | 16.52 | 7.56 | 1.68 | 7.81 |
| 🍂 May | 14.05 | 5.39 | 0.94 | 6.85 |
| ❄️ Jun | 11.11 | 3.24 | 1.45 | 5.45 |
| ❄️ Jul | 10.46 | 2.78 | 3.77 | 6.23 |
| ❄️ Aug | 11.95 | 2.65 | 1.18 | 7.65 |
| 🌸 Sep | 14.38 | 4.75 | 2.19 | 8.46 |
| 🌸 Oct | 15.67 | 5.75 | 3.25 | 10.06 |
| 🌸 Nov | 16.9 | 8.38 | 2.7 | 10.07 |
| ☀️ Dec | 18.93 | 11.13 | 2.99 | 9.69 |
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