- Est. Median Value
- $447K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $200/wk
- Safety Score
- 88/100
- Green Space
- 2%
- Current Weather
- 10.4°C
- Median Age
- 39 yrs
~37 crimes/1k/yr
broken clouds
Living in Waikaka
Is Waikaka a good place to live?
Waikaka is home to roughly 136 people across 33.4 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Waikaka scores 51 out of 100, with a safety score of 88/100 and 2% green space.
Schools: Waikaka 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 $447K, and weekly rent typically sits around $200.
Lifestyle: Waikaka has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 10.4°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Waikaka 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
- Amenities10
- Schools59
- Housing Affordability84
- Green space10
- Community56
- Transport14
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $447K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $200/wk
- Median HH Income
- $93K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- -1.5%
- 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 Waikaka?
- Children living in Waikaka 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 Waikaka?
- 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 Waikaka?
- The postcode for Waikaka is 9773.
- What is the population of Waikaka?
- Waikaka has 136 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Waikaka?
- The estimated median property value in Waikaka is $447K. Median weekly rent is $200/week.
- Where is Waikaka?
- Waikaka is in Gore, Southland, New Zealand.
- Is Waikaka a good place to live?
- Waikaka scores 51/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Waikaka
Schools in zone for Waikaka
Children living in Waikaka 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 Waikaka. 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 Waikaka that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Waikaka School
Full Primary · roll 58 · decile 10 · 2.3 km away
Eat & Drink in Waikaka
Places to eat & drink(1)
Waikaka Hotel
Tradies & Services in Waikaka
Tradies & services(1)
Glenthorne Motors
Stay in Waikaka
Places to stay(1)
Waikaka Hotel
Waikaka Weather
Current conditions: 10.4°C, broken clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 20.65 | 10.25 | 3.54 | 10.86 |
| ☀️ Feb | 19.34 | 9.79 | 3.83 | 10.03 |
| 🍂 Mar | 16.59 | 8.02 | 4.01 | 8.72 |
| 🍂 Apr | 15.11 | 7 | 2.87 | 6.86 |
| 🍂 May | 11.6 | 4.62 | 3.15 | 5.39 |
| ❄️ Jun | 9.13 | 1.27 | 2.41 | 5.94 |
| ❄️ Jul | 8.87 | 1.83 | 3.16 | 5.91 |
| ❄️ Aug | 10.51 | 1.59 | 3.04 | 7.03 |
| 🌸 Sep | 12.79 | 4.15 | 4.98 | 8.09 |
| 🌸 Oct | 14.21 | 5.15 | 4.41 | 8.71 |
| 🌸 Nov | 15.84 | 6.18 | 3.27 | 9.99 |
| ☀️ Dec | 19 | 9.45 | 4 | 10.24 |
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