- Est. Median Value
- $492K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $304/wk
- Safety Score
- 85/100
- Green Space
- 22%
- Current Weather
- 9.0°C
- Median Age
- 53 yrs
~40 crimes/1k/yr
overcast clouds
Living in Tihaka
Is Tihaka a good place to live?
Tihaka is home to roughly 1,710 people across 12.3 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Tihaka scores 50 out of 100, with a safety score of 85/100 and 22% green space.
Schools: Tihaka has 1 school 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 $492K, and weekly rent typically sits around $304.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 9.0°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Tihaka 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
- Amenities20
- Schools34
- Housing Affordability76
- Green space74
- Community33
- Transport14
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $492K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $304/wk
- Median HH Income
- $59K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +5.6%
- 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 Tihaka?
- Children living in Tihaka 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 Tihaka?
- 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 Tihaka?
- The postcode for Tihaka is 9881.
- What is the population of Tihaka?
- Tihaka has 1,710 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Tihaka?
- The estimated median property value in Tihaka is $492K. Median weekly rent is $304/week.
- Where is Tihaka?
- Tihaka is in Southland, New Zealand.
- Is Tihaka a good place to live?
- Tihaka scores 50/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Tihaka
Schools in zone for Tihaka
Children living in Tihaka 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 Tihaka. 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.
Stay in Tihaka
Places to stay(1)
Luna Sea Lodge
Tihaka Weather
Current conditions: 9.0°C, overcast clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 18.1 | 11.66 | 4.29 | 10.61 |
| ☀️ Feb | 17.51 | 11.64 | 4.87 | 10.26 |
| 🍂 Mar | 15.8 | 9.76 | 5.16 | 8.2 |
| 🍂 Apr | 14.69 | 9.13 | 4.42 | 6.77 |
| 🍂 May | 12.04 | 7.3 | 4.11 | 4.56 |
| ❄️ Jun | 10.44 | 4.89 | 3.92 | 5.43 |
| ❄️ Jul | 9.82 | 5.08 | 4 | 5.57 |
| ❄️ Aug | 10.52 | 5.01 | 3.75 | 6.88 |
| 🌸 Sep | 12.13 | 6.36 | 5.4 | 7.89 |
| 🌸 Oct | 12.6 | 7.05 | 4.98 | 8.22 |
| 🌸 Nov | 13.89 | 8.24 | 3.51 | 10.1 |
| ☀️ Dec | 16.3 | 10.57 | 5.03 | 9.73 |
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