- Est. Median Value
- $553K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $336/wk
- Safety Score
- 66/100
- Green Space
- 15%
- Current Weather
- 1.2°C
- Median Age
- 48 yrs
~59 crimes/1k/yr
overcast clouds
Living in Taiko
Is Taiko a good place to live?
Taiko is home to roughly 60 people across 50.8 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Taiko scores 50 out of 100, with a safety score of 66/100 and 15% green space.
Schools: Taiko has 3 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 $553K, and weekly rent typically sits around $336.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 1.2°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Taiko 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
- Safety66
- Amenities10
- Schools74
- Housing Affordability68
- Green space49
- Community56
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $553K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $336/wk
- Median HH Income
- $123K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +8.8%
- 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 Taiko?
- Children living in Taiko are in zone for St Joseph's School (Temuka), Craighead Diocesan School, Roncalli College. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Taiko?
- 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 Taiko?
- The postcode for Taiko is 7972.
- How much do houses cost in Taiko?
- The estimated median property value in Taiko is $553K. Median weekly rent is $336/week.
- Where is Taiko?
- Taiko is in Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand.
- Is Taiko a good place to live?
- Taiko scores 50/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Taiko
Schools in zone for Taiko
Children living in Taiko have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
St Joseph's School (Temuka)
Full Primary · roll 109 · decile 6
Craighead Diocesan School
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 412 · decile 9
Roncalli College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 516 · decile 7
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Taiko. 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.
Tradies & Services in Taiko
Tradies & services(1)
Ricks Rock Walls
Shops in Taiko
Shops(1)
Alpaca'N'Leather
Taiko Weather
Current conditions: 1.2°C, overcast clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 19.18 | 10.35 | 2.49 | 10.01 |
| ☀️ Feb | 19.25 | 9.68 | 2.2 | 10.17 |
| 🍂 Mar | 16.84 | 7.23 | 3.43 | 8.68 |
| 🍂 Apr | 14.69 | 6.26 | 2.95 | 7.2 |
| 🍂 May | 11.4 | 3.57 | 2.07 | 6.62 |
| ❄️ Jun | 9.1 | 2.19 | 1.85 | 5.34 |
| ❄️ Jul | 8.64 | 0.41 | 2.57 | 6.61 |
| ❄️ Aug | 9.86 | 0.24 | 1.62 | 8.04 |
| 🌸 Sep | 12.62 | 2.88 | 2.78 | 8.87 |
| 🌸 Oct | 13.9 | 4.18 | 3.91 | 9.47 |
| 🌸 Nov | 15.49 | 6.27 | 3.51 | 10.02 |
| ☀️ Dec | 18.05 | 9.13 | 3.78 | 9.06 |
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