- Est. Median Value
- $703K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $250/wk
- Safety Score
- 85/100
- Green Space
- 94%
- Current Weather
- 10.7°C
- Median Age
- 47 yrs
~40 crimes/1k/yr
overcast clouds
Living in Stewart Island/Rakiura
Is Stewart Island/Rakiura a good place to live?
Stewart Island/Rakiura is home to roughly 486 people across 1679.2 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Stewart Island/Rakiura scores 50 out of 100, with a safety score of 85/100 and 94% green space.
Schools: Stewart Island/Rakiura has 2 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 $703K, and weekly rent typically sits around $250.
Lifestyle: Stewart Island/Rakiura has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 10.7°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Stewart Island/Rakiura 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
- Safety85
- Amenities10
- Schools41
- Housing Affordability53
- Green space100
- Community44
- Transport14
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $703K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $250/wk
- Median HH Income
- $69K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +19.1%
- 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 Stewart Island/Rakiura?
- Children living in Stewart Island/Rakiura are in zone for 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 Stewart Island/Rakiura?
- 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 Stewart Island/Rakiura?
- The postcode for Stewart Island/Rakiura is 9818.
- What is the population of Stewart Island/Rakiura?
- Stewart Island/Rakiura has 486 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Stewart Island/Rakiura?
- The estimated median property value in Stewart Island/Rakiura is $703K. Median weekly rent is $250/week.
- Where is Stewart Island/Rakiura?
- Stewart Island/Rakiura is in Southland, New Zealand.
- Is Stewart Island/Rakiura a good place to live?
- Stewart Island/Rakiura scores 50/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Stewart Island/Rakiura
Schools in zone for Stewart Island/Rakiura
Children living in Stewart Island/Rakiura have a guaranteed right to enrol at these school, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
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 Stewart Island/Rakiura. 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 Stewart Island/Rakiura that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Halfmoon Bay School
Full Primary · roll 30 · decile 5 · 1.2 km away
Explore Stewart Island/Rakiura
Things to do(1)
Gallon's Sawmill
Parks & green spaces
Parks and reserves for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Healthcare
Pharmacies and clinics for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Stay in Stewart Island/Rakiura
Places to stay(7)
Port William Campsite
Sawdust Bay Campsite
Māori Beach Campsite
North Arm Campsite
Allan's Base Camp
Rakiura Retreat
Five Ferns
Stewart Island/Rakiura Weather
Current conditions: 10.7°C, overcast clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 17.31 | 11.42 | 4.13 | 10.05 |
| ☀️ Feb | 17.15 | 11.49 | 4.24 | 9.21 |
| 🍂 Mar | 14.93 | 9.96 | 4.16 | 7.56 |
| 🍂 Apr | 13.92 | 9.61 | 3.84 | 5.87 |
| 🍂 May | 11.8 | 8.21 | 3.22 | 4.28 |
| ❄️ Jun | 10.33 | 6.31 | 3.14 | 4.86 |
| ❄️ Jul | 9.75 | 6.18 | 3.62 | 4.61 |
| ❄️ Aug | 10.26 | 6.13 | 3.18 | 6.34 |
| 🌸 Sep | 11.41 | 6.62 | 4.47 | 7.08 |
| 🌸 Oct | 12.24 | 7.15 | 4.24 | 6.9 |
| 🌸 Nov | 13.7 | 7.92 | 3.24 | 8.74 |
| ☀️ Dec | 15.39 | 10.1 | 5.27 | 8.16 |
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