- Est. Median Value
- $679K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $462/wk
- Safety Score
- 71/100
- Green Space
- 4%
- Current Weather
- 1.0°C
- Median Age
- 52 yrs
~54 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Taumata Island
Is Taumata Island a good place to live?
Taumata Island is home to roughly 2,772 people. On Suburb's overall livability scale, Taumata Island scores 50 out of 100, with a safety score of 71/100 and 4% green space.
Schools: Taumata Island 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 $679K, and weekly rent typically sits around $462.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 1.0°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Taumata Island 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
- Safety71
- Amenities41
- Schools61
- Housing Affordability55
- Green space13
- Community67
- Transport40
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $679K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $462/wk
- Median HH Income
- $91K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +12.4%
- 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 Taumata Island?
- Children living in Taumata Island are in zone for Kuranui College, South End School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Taumata Island?
- 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 Taumata Island?
- Taumata Island has 2,772 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Taumata Island?
- The estimated median property value in Taumata Island is $679K. Median weekly rent is $462/week.
- Where is Taumata Island?
- Taumata Island is in Carterton, Wellington, New Zealand.
- Is Taumata Island a good place to live?
- Taumata Island scores 50/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Taumata Island
Schools in zone for Taumata Island
Children living in Taumata Island have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Kuranui College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 778 · decile 6
South End School
Full Primary · roll 187 · decile 6
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Taumata Island. 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.
Taumata Island Weather
Current conditions: 1.0°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 22.26 | 13.5 | 3.67 | 9.77 |
| ☀️ Feb | 21.99 | 12.99 | 3.27 | 9.85 |
| 🍂 Mar | 19.5 | 10.52 | 2.2 | 9.21 |
| 🍂 Apr | 18.12 | 9.79 | 3.71 | 7.33 |
| 🍂 May | 15.25 | 7.51 | 3.28 | 6.76 |
| ❄️ Jun | 13.4 | 6.21 | 1.89 | 5.98 |
| ❄️ Jul | 12.59 | 4.94 | 3.09 | 6.02 |
| ❄️ Aug | 12.63 | 4.49 | 3.04 | 6.56 |
| 🌸 Sep | 15.18 | 6.71 | 3.36 | 7.99 |
| 🌸 Oct | 16.68 | 7.87 | 2.87 | 8.79 |
| 🌸 Nov | 18.2 | 9.91 | 2.82 | 9.2 |
| ☀️ Dec | 21.26 | 12.74 | 2.6 | 8.89 |
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