- Est. Median Value
- $492K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $167/wk
- Safety Score
- 79/100
- Green Space
- 8%
- Current Weather
- 8.3°C
- Median Age
- 35 yrs
~46 crimes/1k/yr
overcast clouds
Living in Waimahaka
Is Waimahaka a good place to live?
Waimahaka is home to roughly 987 people across 68.2 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Waimahaka scores 47 out of 100, with a safety score of 79/100 and 8% green space.
Schools: Waimahaka 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 $492K, and weekly rent typically sits around $167.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 8.3°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Waimahaka 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
- Safety79
- Amenities20
- Schools54
- Housing Affordability76
- Green space28
- Community33
- Transport14
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $492K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $167/wk
- Median HH Income
- $98K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- -3.2%
- 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 Waimahaka?
- Children living in Waimahaka are in zone for Verdon College, 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 Waimahaka?
- 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 Waimahaka?
- The postcode for Waimahaka is 9875.
- What is the population of Waimahaka?
- Waimahaka has 987 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Waimahaka?
- The estimated median property value in Waimahaka is $492K. Median weekly rent is $167/week.
- Where is Waimahaka?
- Waimahaka is in Southland, New Zealand.
- Is Waimahaka a good place to live?
- Waimahaka scores 47/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Waimahaka
Schools in zone for Waimahaka
Children living in Waimahaka have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Verdon College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 716 · decile 6
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 Waimahaka. 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.
Waimahaka Weather
Current conditions: 8.3°C, overcast clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 19.47 | 10.98 | 4.24 | 10.74 |
| ☀️ Feb | 18.39 | 10.68 | 4.53 | 9.81 |
| 🍂 Mar | 16.05 | 8.89 | 5.07 | 8.25 |
| 🍂 Apr | 14.91 | 8.5 | 3.29 | 6.53 |
| 🍂 May | 11.95 | 6.46 | 3.63 | 5.1 |
| ❄️ Jun | 10.21 | 4.14 | 3.29 | 5.61 |
| ❄️ Jul | 9.6 | 4.25 | 3.34 | 5.39 |
| ❄️ Aug | 10.47 | 4.31 | 3.17 | 6.71 |
| 🌸 Sep | 12.37 | 5.55 | 5.24 | 7.25 |
| 🌸 Oct | 13.17 | 6.36 | 4.34 | 8.07 |
| 🌸 Nov | 14.74 | 7.46 | 3.67 | 9.98 |
| ☀️ Dec | 17.33 | 10.13 | 5.24 | 9.55 |
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