- Est. Median Value
- $1.46M
- Median Weekly Rent
- $500/wk
- Safety Score
- 91/100
- Green Space
- 35%
- Current Weather
- -2.7°C
- Median Age
- 32 yrs
~34 crimes/1k/yr
overcast clouds
Living in Sunshine Bay
Is Sunshine Bay a good place to live?
Sunshine Bay is home to roughly 807 people across 0.4 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Sunshine Bay scores 52 out of 100, with a safety score of 91/100 and 35% green space.
Schools: Sunshine Bay 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 $1.46M, and weekly rent typically sits around $500.
Lifestyle: Sunshine Bay has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is -2.7°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Sunshine 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.
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Livability Breakdown
- Safety91
- Amenities10
- Schools63
- Housing Affordability26
- Green space100
- Community78
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $1.46M
- Median Weekly Rent
- $500/wk
- Median HH Income
- $99K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- -20.6%
- 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 Sunshine Bay?
- Children living in Sunshine Bay are in zone for Queenstown Primary School, St Joseph's School (Queenstown). Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Sunshine 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 Sunshine Bay?
- The postcode for Sunshine Bay is 9300.
- What is the population of Sunshine Bay?
- Sunshine Bay has 807 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Sunshine Bay?
- The estimated median property value in Sunshine Bay is $1.5M. Median weekly rent is $500/week.
- Where is Sunshine Bay?
- Sunshine Bay is in Queenstown-Lakes, Otago, New Zealand.
- Is Sunshine Bay a good place to live?
- Sunshine Bay scores 52/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Sunshine Bay
Schools in zone for Sunshine Bay
Children living in Sunshine Bay have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Queenstown Primary School
Full Primary · roll 506 · decile 10
St Joseph's School (Queenstown)
Full Primary · roll 126 · decile 5
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Sunshine 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.
Explore Sunshine Bay
Things to do(1)
Sunshine Bay Track
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.
Tradies & Services in Sunshine Bay
Tradies & services(1)
Superstar cleaning
Beauty & Fitness in Sunshine Bay
Beauty & fitness(2)
Grace Beauty & Massage
GUGUI
Professional Services in Sunshine Bay
Professional services(1)
Wearne & Co.
Stay in Sunshine Bay
Places to stay(2)
Ora Retreat
Azur Lodge
Sunshine Bay Weather
Current conditions: -2.7°C, overcast clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 21.91 | 12.77 | 3.26 | 11.63 |
| ☀️ Feb | 19.9 | 11.41 | 3.66 | 11.07 |
| 🍂 Mar | 16.45 | 8.57 | 4.49 | 9.35 |
| 🍂 Apr | 15.15 | 7.81 | 4.36 | 7.77 |
| 🍂 May | 11.15 | 5.37 | 3.4 | 5.62 |
| ❄️ Jun | 7.18 | 2.61 | 2.66 | 4.99 |
| ❄️ Jul | 6.83 | 1.4 | 3.56 | 4.99 |
| ❄️ Aug | 7.92 | 1.39 | 3.24 | 6.88 |
| 🌸 Sep | 10.51 | 3.05 | 10.79 | 7.22 |
| 🌸 Oct | 13.35 | 4.39 | 6.35 | 8.9 |
| 🌸 Nov | 16.79 | 6.84 | 2.9 | 11.16 |
| ☀️ Dec | 20.39 | 10.98 | 3.45 | 11.81 |
Sunshine Bay Community
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