- Est. Median Value
- $534K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $250/wk
- Safety Score
- 88/100
- Green Space
- 74%
- Current Weather
- 5.3°C
- Median Age
- 46 yrs
~37 crimes/1k/yr
broken clouds
Living in Waihola
Is Waihola a good place to live?
Waihola is home to roughly 2,520 people across 31.6 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Waihola scores 56 out of 100, with a safety score of 88/100 and 74% green space.
Schools: Waihola has 2 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 $534K, and weekly rent typically sits around $250.
Lifestyle: Waihola has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 5.3°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Waihola 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
- Safety88
- Amenities14
- Schools34
- Housing Affordability70
- Green space100
- Community67
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $534K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $250/wk
- Median HH Income
- $85K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +12.0%
- 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 Waihola?
- Children living in Waihola 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 Waihola?
- 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 Waihola?
- The postcode for Waihola is 9073.
- What is the population of Waihola?
- Waihola has 2,520 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Waihola?
- The estimated median property value in Waihola is $534K. Median weekly rent is $250/week.
- Where is Waihola?
- Waihola is in Clutha, Otago, New Zealand.
- Is Waihola a good place to live?
- Waihola scores 56/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Waihola
Schools in zone for Waihola
Children living in Waihola 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 Waihola. 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 Waihola that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Waihola District School
Full Primary · roll 25 · decile 7 · 4.2 km away
Explore Waihola
Things to do(1)
Waihola Shoe Fence
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.
Eat & Drink in Waihola
Places to eat & drink(3)
Lake Waihola Tavern & Restaurant
Black Swan Cafe
Black Swan Takeaways
Tradies & Services in Waihola
Tradies & services(1)
Highlander Heating
Shops in Waihola
Shops(1)
Deans Pantry on Finlayson
Waihola Weather
Current conditions: 5.3°C, broken clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 18.86 | 10.72 | 2.21 | 11.07 |
| ☀️ Feb | 18.5 | 9.93 | 2.32 | 10.2 |
| 🍂 Mar | 16 | 8.19 | 3.5 | 8.86 |
| 🍂 Apr | 14.16 | 6.94 | 2.03 | 7.02 |
| 🍂 May | 11.43 | 4.68 | 2.1 | 5.66 |
| ❄️ Jun | 9.44 | 3.18 | 2.86 | 5.72 |
| ❄️ Jul | 9.05 | 3.35 | 2.85 | 5.63 |
| ❄️ Aug | 10.17 | 1.7 | 1.62 | 7.19 |
| 🌸 Sep | 12.31 | 4.19 | 2.61 | 8.06 |
| 🌸 Oct | 13.36 | 4.92 | 4.64 | 9.21 |
| 🌸 Nov | 14.45 | 6.29 | 2.8 | 10.3 |
| ☀️ Dec | 16.8 | 9.14 | 3.28 | 9.68 |
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