- Est. Median Value
- $770K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $318/wk
- Safety Score
- 61/100
- Green Space
- 0%
- Current Weather
- 1.7°C
- Median Age
- 58 yrs
~65 crimes/1k/yr
scattered clouds
Living in Takamatua Bay
Is Takamatua Bay a good place to live?
Takamatua Bay is home to roughly 636 people across 1.5 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Takamatua Bay scores 49 out of 100, with a safety score of 61/100 and 0% green space.
Schools: Takamatua Bay 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 $770K, and weekly rent typically sits around $318.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 1.7°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Takamatua 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.
Livability Breakdown
- Safety61
- Amenities38
- Schools84
- Housing Affordability49
- Green space10
- Community78
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $770K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $318/wk
- Median HH Income
- $71K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- -15.9%
- 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
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which schools are in zone for Takamatua Bay?
- Children living in Takamatua Bay are in zone for Christchurch Adventist School, Villa Maria College, St Thomas of Canterbury College, Middleton Grange School, Aidanfield Christian School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Takamatua 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 population of Takamatua Bay?
- Takamatua Bay has 636 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Takamatua Bay?
- The estimated median property value in Takamatua Bay is $770K. Median weekly rent is $318/week.
- Where is Takamatua Bay?
- Takamatua Bay is in Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand.
- Is Takamatua Bay a good place to live?
- Takamatua Bay scores 49/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Takamatua Bay
Schools in zone for Takamatua Bay
Children living in Takamatua Bay have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Christchurch Adventist School
Composite · roll 285 · decile 6
Villa Maria College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 835 · decile 9
St Thomas of Canterbury College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 708 · decile 8
Middleton Grange School
Composite · roll 1387 · decile 9
Aidanfield Christian School
Composite · roll 457 · decile 8
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Takamatua 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.
Other nearby schools
Schools close to Takamatua Bay that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Akaroa Area School
Composite · roll 114 · decile 8 · 3.3 km away
Duvauchelle School
Contributing · roll 25 · decile 6 · 4.1 km away
Rubbish & Recycling
Takamatua Bay uses different waste collection arrangements — kerbside bins may not be available at all addresses in this area.
Takamatua Bay Weather
Current conditions: 1.7°C, scattered clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 21.3 | 13.61 | 2.07 | 12.25 |
| ☀️ Feb | 20.71 | 13.06 | 4.5 | 10.11 |
| 🍂 Mar | 18.61 | 11.12 | 2.44 | 9.28 |
| 🍂 Apr | 17.1 | 9.68 | 2.06 | 8.39 |
| 🍂 May | 14.83 | 7.95 | 2.52 | 6.52 |
| ❄️ Jun | 12.55 | 6.97 | 2.83 | 5.86 |
| ❄️ Jul | 11.2 | 5.26 | 6.42 | 5.46 |
| ❄️ Aug | 12.55 | 5.37 | 2.58 | 7.3 |
| 🌸 Sep | 14.61 | 6.77 | 2.15 | 8.86 |
| 🌸 Oct | 16.31 | 7.65 | 2.04 | 10.74 |
| 🌸 Nov | 18.08 | 10.19 | 2.71 | 11.46 |
| ☀️ Dec | 20.36 | 12.25 | 3.11 | 11.32 |
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