- Est. Median Value
- $550K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $380/wk
- Safety Score
- 88/100
- Green Space
- 99%
- Current Weather
- 3.7°C
- Median Age
- 44 yrs
~37 crimes/1k/yr
scattered clouds
Living in Totara Peak
Is Totara Peak a good place to live?
Totara Peak is home to roughly 1,674 people. On Suburb's overall livability scale, Totara Peak scores 61 out of 100, with a safety score of 88/100 and 99% green space.
Schools: Totara Peak 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 $550K, and weekly rent typically sits around $380.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 3.7°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Totara Peak 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
- Safety88
- Amenities22
- Schools71
- Housing Affordability68
- Green space100
- Community67
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $550K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $380/wk
- Median HH Income
- $81K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +10.5%
- 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 Totara Peak?
- Children living in Totara Peak are in zone for Craighead Diocesan School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Totara Peak?
- 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 Totara Peak?
- Totara Peak has 1,674 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Totara Peak?
- The estimated median property value in Totara Peak is $550K. Median weekly rent is $380/week.
- Where is Totara Peak?
- Totara Peak is in Waitaki, Otago, New Zealand.
- Is Totara Peak a good place to live?
- Totara Peak scores 61/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Totara Peak
Schools in zone for Totara Peak
Children living in Totara Peak have a guaranteed right to enrol at these school, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Craighead Diocesan School
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 412 · decile 9
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Totara Peak. 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.
Totara Peak Weather
Current conditions: 3.7°C, scattered clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 22.77 | 13.02 | 2.52 | 12.19 |
| ☀️ Feb | 21.65 | 11.99 | 2.24 | 11.65 |
| 🍂 Mar | 18.13 | 9.04 | 2.51 | 9.74 |
| 🍂 Apr | 15.66 | 8.02 | 2.57 | 8.33 |
| 🍂 May | 10.86 | 4.65 | 2.05 | 6.66 |
| ❄️ Jun | 7.15 | 2.51 | 1.52 | 5.06 |
| ❄️ Jul | 6.56 | 0.88 | 1.55 | 6.29 |
| ❄️ Aug | 8.13 | 1.11 | 2.13 | 8.09 |
| 🌸 Sep | 12.2 | 3.4 | 4.54 | 9.3 |
| 🌸 Oct | 14.47 | 4.94 | 4.37 | 10.41 |
| 🌸 Nov | 17.63 | 8.14 | 2.51 | 12.09 |
| ☀️ Dec | 21.07 | 11.76 | 3.45 | 12.21 |
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