- Est. Median Value
- $547K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $143/wk
- Safety Score
- 85/100
- Green Space
- 26%
- Current Weather
- 2.4°C
- Median Age
- 50 yrs
~40 crimes/1k/yr
overcast clouds
Living in The Key
Is The Key a good place to live?
The Key is home to roughly 87 people across 210.3 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, The Key scores 57 out of 100, with a safety score of 85/100 and 26% green space.
Schools: The Key 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 $547K, and weekly rent typically sits around $143.
Lifestyle: The Key has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 2.4°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether The Key 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
- Schools59
- Housing Affordability69
- Green space87
- Community78
- Transport14
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $547K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $143/wk
- Median HH Income
- $102K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +7.2%
- 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 The Key?
- Children living in The Key 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 The Key?
- 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 The Key?
- The postcode for The Key is 9679.
- How much do houses cost in The Key?
- The estimated median property value in The Key is $547K. Median weekly rent is $143/week.
- Where is The Key?
- The Key is in Southland, New Zealand.
- Is The Key a good place to live?
- The Key scores 57/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in The Key
Schools in zone for The Key
Children living in The Key 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 The Key. 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 The Key that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Mararoa School
Full Primary · roll 24 · decile 10 · 2.6 km away
Eat & Drink in The Key
Places to eat & drink(1)
Sprig and Thistle
Professional Services in The Key
Professional services(1)
Tina McGregor Photography
The Key Weather
Current conditions: 2.4°C, overcast clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 19.33 | 9.34 | 5.29 | 10.65 |
| ☀️ Feb | 17.69 | 8.9 | 5.6 | 10.23 |
| 🍂 Mar | 14.57 | 6.53 | 6.64 | 8.69 |
| 🍂 Apr | 13.7 | 5.83 | 4.65 | 7.19 |
| 🍂 May | 9.93 | 3.03 | 5.62 | 5.06 |
| ❄️ Jun | 7.69 | 0.84 | 4.28 | 5.3 |
| ❄️ Jul | 7.21 | 0.62 | 4.49 | 5.05 |
| ❄️ Aug | 8.63 | 1.44 | 4.98 | 6.68 |
| 🌸 Sep | 10.44 | 3.09 | 11.48 | 6.87 |
| 🌸 Oct | 12.09 | 3.6 | 8.38 | 7.7 |
| 🌸 Nov | 14.67 | 4.81 | 4.54 | 10.16 |
| ☀️ Dec | 17.48 | 8.53 | 6.49 | 9.98 |
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