- Est. Median Value
- $478K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $200/wk
- Safety Score
- 85/100
- Green Space
- 18%
- Current Weather
- 9.8°C
- Median Age
- 49 yrs
~40 crimes/1k/yr
overcast clouds
Living in Tuapeka West
Is Tuapeka West a good place to live?
Tuapeka West is home to roughly 1,239 people across 45.5 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Tuapeka West scores 53 out of 100, with a safety score of 85/100 and 18% green space.
Schools: Tuapeka West 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 $478K, and weekly rent typically sits around $200.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 9.8°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Tuapeka West 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
- Safety85
- Amenities22
- Schools34
- Housing Affordability79
- Green space61
- Community67
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $478K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $200/wk
- Median HH Income
- $61K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +7.3%
- 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 Tuapeka West?
- Children living in Tuapeka West are in zone for St Mary's School (Milton). Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Tuapeka West?
- 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 Tuapeka West?
- The postcode for Tuapeka West is 9591.
- What is the population of Tuapeka West?
- Tuapeka West has 1,239 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Tuapeka West?
- The estimated median property value in Tuapeka West is $478K. Median weekly rent is $200/week.
- Where is Tuapeka West?
- Tuapeka West is in Clutha, Otago, New Zealand.
- Is Tuapeka West a good place to live?
- Tuapeka West scores 53/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Tuapeka West
Schools in zone for Tuapeka West
Children living in Tuapeka West have a guaranteed right to enrol at these school, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
St Mary's School (Milton)
Contributing · roll 63 · decile 4
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Tuapeka West. 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.
Tuapeka West Weather
Current conditions: 9.8°C, overcast clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 20.45 | 10.08 | 2.64 | 10.79 |
| ☀️ Feb | 19.25 | 9.44 | 2.72 | 9.92 |
| 🍂 Mar | 16.32 | 7.57 | 3.62 | 8.68 |
| 🍂 Apr | 14.58 | 6.68 | 2.36 | 6.83 |
| 🍂 May | 11.16 | 4.21 | 2.8 | 5.61 |
| ❄️ Jun | 9.07 | 1.58 | 1.8 | 5.81 |
| ❄️ Jul | 8.13 | 1.53 | 2.79 | 5.83 |
| ❄️ Aug | 9.91 | 1.58 | 2.48 | 7.19 |
| 🌸 Sep | 12.17 | 3.8 | 3.44 | 7.98 |
| 🌸 Oct | 13.79 | 4.53 | 3.87 | 8.88 |
| 🌸 Nov | 15.62 | 5.8 | 3.03 | 9.88 |
| ☀️ Dec | 18.63 | 8.89 | 3.16 | 10.11 |
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