- Est. Median Value
- $747K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $247/wk
- Safety Score
- 66/100
- Green Space
- 11%
- Current Weather
- 1.7°C
- Median Age
- 49 yrs
~59 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in The Peaks
Is The Peaks a good place to live?
The Peaks is home to roughly 1,503 people across 53.6 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, The Peaks scores 49 out of 100, with a safety score of 66/100 and 11% green space.
Schools: The Peaks 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 $747K, and weekly rent typically sits around $247.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 1.7°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether The Peaks 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
- Amenities38
- Schools69
- Housing Affordability50
- Green space37
- Community67
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $747K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $247/wk
- Median HH Income
- $69K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +2.0%
- 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 Peaks?
- Children living in The Peaks are in zone for Hurunui College, Christchurch Adventist School, Rangiora New Life School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in The Peaks?
- 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 Peaks?
- The postcode for The Peaks is 7385.
- What is the population of The Peaks?
- The Peaks has 1,503 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in The Peaks?
- The estimated median property value in The Peaks is $747K. Median weekly rent is $247/week.
- Where is The Peaks?
- The Peaks is in Hurunui, Canterbury, New Zealand.
- Is The Peaks a good place to live?
- The Peaks scores 49/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in The Peaks
Schools in zone for The Peaks
Children living in The Peaks have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Hurunui College
Composite · roll 185 · decile 7
Christchurch Adventist School
Composite · roll 285 · decile 6
Rangiora New Life School
Composite · roll 459 · decile 7
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in The Peaks. 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.
The Peaks Weather
Current conditions: 1.7°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 21.67 | 11.81 | 2.43 | 10.97 |
| ☀️ Feb | 20.35 | 11.28 | 3.23 | 9.37 |
| 🍂 Mar | 18.03 | 9 | 3 | 8.94 |
| 🍂 Apr | 16.37 | 8.14 | 2.59 | 7.63 |
| 🍂 May | 13.17 | 5.53 | 1.87 | 6.03 |
| ❄️ Jun | 11.11 | 4.05 | 2.43 | 5.2 |
| ❄️ Jul | 10.11 | 2.79 | 2.41 | 6.23 |
| ❄️ Aug | 10.58 | 2.69 | 2.7 | 7.6 |
| 🌸 Sep | 12.91 | 5.36 | 4.01 | 7.49 |
| 🌸 Oct | 14.75 | 6.04 | 5.62 | 8.94 |
| 🌸 Nov | 16.85 | 7.71 | 2.42 | 9.94 |
| ☀️ Dec | 20.17 | 10.54 | 3.68 | 10.19 |
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