- Est. Median Value
- $768K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $410/wk
- Safety Score
- 78/100
- Green Space
- 31%
- Current Weather
- 11.2°C
- Median Age
- 50 yrs
~47 crimes/1k/yr
overcast clouds
Living in The Wood
Is The Wood a good place to live?
The Wood is home to roughly 3,018 people across 1.6 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, The Wood scores 60 out of 100, with a safety score of 78/100 and 31% green space.
Schools: The Wood has 14 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 $768K, and weekly rent typically sits around $410.
Lifestyle: The Wood has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. Public transport stops are within easy reach. The current temperature is 11.2°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether The Wood 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
- Safety78
- Amenities60
- Schools60
- Housing Affordability49
- Green space100
- Community33
- Transport10
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $768K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $410/wk
- Median HH Income
- $64K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +3.8%
- 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 The Wood?
- The Wood is not covered by a school enrolment zone. Nearby schools may accept enrolments under open enrolment or by application.
- How do I check my school zone in The Wood?
- 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 Wood?
- The postcode for The Wood is 7010.
- What is the population of The Wood?
- The Wood has 3,018 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in The Wood?
- The estimated median property value in The Wood is $768K. Median weekly rent is $410/week.
- Where is The Wood?
- The Wood is in Nelson, Nelson / Tasman, New Zealand.
- Is The Wood a good place to live?
- The Wood scores 60/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in The Wood
Schools in zone for The Wood
No enrolment-zoned schools cover The Wood. The schools below are the nearest options — many operate open enrolment.
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in The Wood. 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 Wood that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Maitai School
Specialist School · roll 59 · decile 7 · 0.6 km away
Nelson Teen Parent Unit
Teen Parent Unit · decile 1 · 0.8 km away
Auckland Point School
Contributing · roll 83 · decile 1 · 0.8 km away
Nelson Central School
Contributing · roll 370 · decile 5 · 0.9 km away
St Joseph's School (Nelson)
Full Primary · roll 345 · decile 5 · 1.0 km away
Nelson College For Girls
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 985 · decile 7 · 1.1 km away
Nelson College For Girls Prep School
Intermediate · roll 98 · decile 7 · 1.1 km away
Hampden Street School
Contributing · roll 422 · decile 6 · 1.9 km away
Nelson College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 1037 · decile 7 · 2.0 km away
Nelson College (Prep Dept)
Intermediate · roll 98 · decile 7 · 2.0 km away
Te Puna Wānanga o Te Wairepo – Victory Primary School
Contributing · roll 343 · decile 2 · 2.2 km away
Nelson Intermediate
Intermediate · roll 413 · decile 5 · 2.8 km away
Tahunanui School
Contributing · roll 265 · decile 4 · 4.0 km away
Enner Glynn School
Contributing · roll 306 · decile 7 · 4.9 km away
Rubbish & Recycling
- Rubbish collection
- Wednesday (weekly)
- Recycling
- Wednesday (fortnightly, Week 1)
- Next recycling
- 23 September
Check your exact collection days on the Nelson City Council website →
Rubbish bin
Non-recyclable general waste. Put out every Wednesday.
Recycling bin
Paper, cardboard, glass bottles & jars, metal cans, rigid plastic containers. Put out every second Wednesday.
Collection data sourced from Nelson City Council.
Explore The Wood
Things to do(7)
Tasman Rugby
Neil Park
Nelson Rugby Football Club
Tasman Rugby Union
Results Gym Nelson
Wakefield Quay Station
Natural Living
Parks & green spaces(1)
Neil Park
Healthcare
Pharmacies and clinics for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Eat & Drink in The Wood
Places to eat & drink(10)
Bobby Franks
Milton Street Takeaway
Founders Brewery bar and cafe
The 5th Sense Cafe
Founders Cafe
Sprig and Fern Milton Street
Club Italia
Tides Bar & Eatery
The Great Christmas Market
Milton Street Gourmet Takeaway and Cafe
Tradies & Services in The Wood
Tradies & services(4)
Decade Homes
Exhale Painting Contractors
Ground Power Electrical
Grove Street Kindergarten
Shops in The Wood
Shops(3)
AsbestosRemovalNelson.co.nz
Ground Power Electrical Nelson
MADCAT
Beauty & Fitness in The Wood
Beauty & fitness(8)
Capelli Hair Salon
Kerilea Beauty
Natural Living
Nelson Rugby Football Club
Results Gym Nelson
So Bella
Tasman Rugby Union
Westies barbers
Professional Services in The Wood
Professional services(2)
A Beautiful Photo
Rothbury Nelson
Stay in The Wood
Places to stay(16)
Almondhouse Backpackers
Milton Chalet
Trafalgar Lodge
Milton Chalet Motels
Cedar Grove Motor Lodge
Riverlodge Motel Apartments
California House Inn
Sussex House B&B
Delorenzo's Studio Apartments
Collingswood Manor
Kings Gate Motel
The Sails
Tasman Bay Backpackers
Paradiso Backpackers
Trailways Hotel
Fellworth House
The Wood Weather
Current conditions: 11.2°C, overcast clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 21.9 | 14.72 | 2.56 | 11.26 |
| ☀️ Feb | 21.48 | 14.25 | 3.53 | 11.25 |
| 🍂 Mar | 19.49 | 11.6 | 2.18 | 10.38 |
| 🍂 Apr | 17.49 | 11.25 | 5.52 | 8.3 |
| 🍂 May | 15.01 | 8.63 | 5.62 | 6.83 |
| ❄️ Jun | 13.58 | 7.41 | 3.77 | 7 |
| ❄️ Jul | 12.89 | 6.27 | 1.92 | 7.39 |
| ❄️ Aug | 12.77 | 5.66 | 3.52 | 8.67 |
| 🌸 Sep | 15.03 | 7.97 | 2.99 | 8.97 |
| 🌸 Oct | 16.45 | 9.02 | 5.63 | 10.42 |
| 🌸 Nov | 18.2 | 10.89 | 3.16 | 11.09 |
| ☀️ Dec | 21.47 | 13.98 | 2.95 | 11.44 |
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