- Est. Median Value
- $770K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $300/wk
- Safety Score
- 61/100
- Green Space
- 0%
- Current Weather
- 12.3°C
- Median Age
- 59 yrs
few clouds
Living in Waihuakina Bay
Is Waihuakina Bay a good place to live?
Waihuakina Bay is home to roughly 813 people. On Suburb's overall livability scale, Waihuakina Bay scores 47 out of 100, with a safety score of 61/100 and 0% green space.
Schools: Waihuakina Bay 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 $770K, and weekly rent typically sits around $300.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 12.3°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Waihuakina Bay 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
- Safety61
- Amenities38
- Schools79
- Housing Affordability49
- Green space10
- Community78
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $770K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $300/wk
- Median HH Income
- $77K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +11.5%
- 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 Waihuakina Bay?
- Children living in Waihuakina Bay are in zone for Middleton Grange School, Aidanfield Christian School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Waihuakina Bay?
- 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 Waihuakina Bay?
- Waihuakina Bay has 813 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Waihuakina Bay?
- The estimated median property value in Waihuakina Bay is $770K. Median weekly rent is $300/week.
- Where is Waihuakina Bay?
- Waihuakina Bay is in Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand.
- Is Waihuakina Bay a good place to live?
- Waihuakina Bay scores 47/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Waihuakina Bay
Schools in zone for Waihuakina Bay
Children living in Waihuakina Bay have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Middleton Grange School
Composite · roll 1387 · decile 9
Aidanfield Christian School
Composite · roll 457 · decile 8
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Waihuakina Bay. 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.
Rubbish & Recycling
Waihuakina Bay uses different waste collection arrangements — kerbside bins may not be available at all addresses in this area.
Waihuakina Bay Weather
Current conditions: 12.3°C, few clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 21.76 | 13.78 | 1.93 | 12.31 |
| ☀️ Feb | 21.53 | 13.34 | 3.36 | 10.73 |
| 🍂 Mar | 18.66 | 10.71 | 2.92 | 9.3 |
| 🍂 Apr | 17.01 | 9.69 | 2.54 | 8.41 |
| 🍂 May | 14.13 | 7.36 | 2.88 | 6.27 |
| ❄️ Jun | 12.43 | 7.25 | 2.69 | 5.95 |
| ❄️ Jul | 11.43 | 5.37 | 5.08 | 5.84 |
| ❄️ Aug | 12.35 | 4.95 | 2.62 | 7.66 |
| 🌸 Sep | 14.96 | 6.97 | 2.37 | 8.94 |
| 🌸 Oct | 16.75 | 7.99 | 2.09 | 10.76 |
| 🌸 Nov | 17.72 | 9.58 | 2.43 | 11.45 |
| ☀️ Dec | 20.88 | 12.14 | 3.79 | 11.35 |
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