- Est. Median Value
- $700K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $390/wk
- Safety Score
- 56/100
- Green Space
- 29%
- Current Weather
- 4.4°C
- Median Age
- 44 yrs
~69 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Waikuku Beach
Is Waikuku Beach a good place to live?
Waikuku Beach is home to roughly 1,071 people across 1.8 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Waikuku Beach scores 51 out of 100, with a safety score of 56/100 and 29% green space.
Schools: Waikuku Beach has 6 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 $700K, and weekly rent typically sits around $390.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 4.4°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Waikuku Beach 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
- Safety56
- Amenities10
- Schools80
- Housing Affordability54
- Green space96
- Community56
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $700K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $390/wk
- Median HH Income
- $91K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +4.7%
- 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 Waikuku Beach?
- Children living in Waikuku Beach are in zone for Kaiapoi High School, Christchurch Adventist School, Marian College, Pegasus Bay School, St Joseph's School (Rangiora), Rangiora New Life School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Waikuku Beach?
- 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 Waikuku Beach?
- The postcode for Waikuku Beach is 7402.
- What is the population of Waikuku Beach?
- Waikuku Beach has 1,071 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Waikuku Beach?
- The estimated median property value in Waikuku Beach is $700K. Median weekly rent is $390/week.
- Where is Waikuku Beach?
- Waikuku Beach is in Waimakariri, Canterbury, New Zealand.
- Is Waikuku Beach a good place to live?
- Waikuku Beach scores 51/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Waikuku Beach
Schools in zone for Waikuku Beach
Children living in Waikuku Beach have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Kaiapoi High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 1072 · decile 6
Christchurch Adventist School
Composite · roll 285 · decile 6
Marian College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 436 · decile 9
Pegasus Bay School
Full Primary · roll 417 · decile 8
St Joseph's School (Rangiora)
Full Primary · roll 172 · decile 9
Rangiora New Life School
Composite · roll 459 · decile 7
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Waikuku Beach. 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.
Tradies & Services in Waikuku Beach
Tradies & services(3)
ElecPro
KJ Painting and Decorating
R J Building and Maintenance
Shops in Waikuku Beach
Shops(1)
Waikuku Beach General Store
Professional Services in Waikuku Beach
Professional services(1)
BlueTrack Training
Waikuku Beach Weather
Current conditions: 4.4°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 21.71 | 13.76 | 1.67 | 11.73 |
| ☀️ Feb | 21.59 | 13.57 | 2.73 | 10.26 |
| 🍂 Mar | 19.17 | 10.87 | 2.27 | 9.02 |
| 🍂 Apr | 17.45 | 9.51 | 1.72 | 8.33 |
| 🍂 May | 14.43 | 6.95 | 1.86 | 6.23 |
| ❄️ Jun | 12.44 | 5.61 | 1.79 | 5.8 |
| ❄️ Jul | 11.5 | 4.34 | 3.12 | 6.45 |
| ❄️ Aug | 12.35 | 4.2 | 1.78 | 7.9 |
| 🌸 Sep | 15.03 | 6.78 | 2.73 | 8.74 |
| 🌸 Oct | 16.01 | 7.57 | 2.79 | 10.21 |
| 🌸 Nov | 17.34 | 9.6 | 1.92 | 11.4 |
| ☀️ Dec | 20.47 | 12.29 | 3.14 | 11.12 |
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