- Est. Median Value
- $433K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $200/wk
- Safety Score
- 82/100
- Green Space
- 59%
- Current Weather
- 8.3°C
- Median Age
- 44 yrs
~43 crimes/1k/yr
broken clouds
Living in Waikawa
Is Waikawa a good place to live?
Waikawa is home to roughly 2,214 people across 16.4 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Waikawa scores 53 out of 100, with a safety score of 82/100 and 59% green space.
Schools: Waikawa 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 $433K, and weekly rent typically sits around $200.
Lifestyle: Waikawa has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 8.3°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Waikawa 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 Affordability87
- Green space100
- Community33
- Transport14
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $433K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $200/wk
- Median HH Income
- $78K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +0.8%
- 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 Waikawa?
- Children living in Waikawa 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 Waikawa?
- 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 Waikawa?
- The postcode for Waikawa is 9884.
- What is the population of Waikawa?
- Waikawa has 2,214 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Waikawa?
- The estimated median property value in Waikawa is $433K. Median weekly rent is $200/week.
- Where is Waikawa?
- Waikawa is in Southland, New Zealand.
- Is Waikawa a good place to live?
- Waikawa scores 53/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Waikawa
Schools in zone for Waikawa
Children living in Waikawa 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 Waikawa. 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.
Eat & Drink in Waikawa
Places to eat & drink(1)
Blue Cod Blues
Tradies & Services in Waikawa
Tradies & services(1)
Catlins Coast Building ltd
Stay in Waikawa
Places to stay(1)
Pinguin Paradise Backpackers
Waikawa Weather
Current conditions: 8.3°C, broken clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 18.4 | 11.01 | 3.71 | 10.49 |
| ☀️ Feb | 17.92 | 10.95 | 4.34 | 9.53 |
| 🍂 Mar | 15.63 | 9.32 | 4.92 | 7.97 |
| 🍂 Apr | 14.47 | 8.74 | 3.07 | 6.36 |
| 🍂 May | 11.9 | 7.03 | 3.53 | 4.89 |
| ❄️ Jun | 10.54 | 4.68 | 3.38 | 5.23 |
| ❄️ Jul | 9.73 | 5.27 | 3.48 | 4.95 |
| ❄️ Aug | 10.33 | 4.95 | 3.07 | 6.66 |
| 🌸 Sep | 11.94 | 5.98 | 4.71 | 7.31 |
| 🌸 Oct | 12.59 | 6.58 | 4.82 | 7.75 |
| 🌸 Nov | 14.17 | 7.69 | 3.44 | 9.72 |
| ☀️ Dec | 16.3 | 10.04 | 4.61 | 8.97 |
Waikawa Community
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