- Est. Median Value
- $533K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $200/wk
- Safety Score
- 82/100
- Green Space
- 26%
- Current Weather
- 7.2°C
- Median Age
- 43 yrs
~43 crimes/1k/yr
overcast clouds
Living in Waihoaka
Is Waihoaka a good place to live?
Waihoaka is home to roughly 2,073 people across 21.9 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Waihoaka scores 51 out of 100, with a safety score of 82/100 and 26% green space.
Schools: Waihoaka 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 $533K, and weekly rent typically sits around $200.
Lifestyle: Waihoaka has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 7.2°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Waihoaka 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
- Safety82
- Amenities10
- Schools34
- Housing Affordability70
- Green space88
- Community56
- Transport14
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $533K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $200/wk
- Median HH Income
- $74K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +3.9%
- 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 Waihoaka?
- Children living in Waihoaka 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 Waihoaka?
- 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 Waihoaka?
- The postcode for Waihoaka is 9881.
- What is the population of Waihoaka?
- Waihoaka has 2,073 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Waihoaka?
- The estimated median property value in Waihoaka is $533K. Median weekly rent is $200/week.
- Where is Waihoaka?
- Waihoaka is in Southland, New Zealand.
- Is Waihoaka a good place to live?
- Waihoaka scores 51/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Waihoaka
Schools in zone for Waihoaka
Children living in Waihoaka 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 Waihoaka. 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.
Explore Waihoaka
Things to do(2)
Gemstone Beach
Orepuki Horse Treks
Parks & green spaces
Parks and reserves for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Healthcare
Pharmacies and clinics for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Beauty & Fitness in Waihoaka
Beauty & fitness(1)
Orepuki Horse Treks
Waihoaka Weather
Current conditions: 7.2°C, overcast clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 17.95 | 9.9 | 4.67 | 9.58 |
| ☀️ Feb | 16.99 | 9.74 | 5.61 | 9.44 |
| 🍂 Mar | 14.65 | 7.65 | 6.78 | 7.6 |
| 🍂 Apr | 13.88 | 7.33 | 5.19 | 6.33 |
| 🍂 May | 10.82 | 5.36 | 5.8 | 4.1 |
| ❄️ Jun | 10.01 | 3.6 | 4.32 | 5.15 |
| ❄️ Jul | 8.79 | 3.07 | 5.63 | 5.31 |
| ❄️ Aug | 9.36 | 3.41 | 4.9 | 6.36 |
| 🌸 Sep | 11.03 | 4.62 | 7.98 | 7.42 |
| 🌸 Oct | 11.98 | 5.36 | 6.26 | 7.51 |
| 🌸 Nov | 13.52 | 6.18 | 4.73 | 9.21 |
| ☀️ Dec | 16.48 | 8.78 | 5.74 | 8.84 |
Waihoaka Community
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