- Est. Median Value
- $571K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $280/wk
- Safety Score
- 91/100
- Green Space
- 3%
- Current Weather
- 8.3°C
- Median Age
- 40 yrs
~34 crimes/1k/yr
overcast clouds
Living in Waimatuku
Is Waimatuku a good place to live?
Waimatuku is home to roughly 160 people across 45.3 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Waimatuku scores 50 out of 100, with a safety score of 91/100 and 3% green space.
Schools: Waimatuku has 3 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 $571K, and weekly rent typically sits around $280.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 8.3°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Waimatuku 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
- Safety91
- Amenities20
- Schools62
- Housing Affordability66
- Green space10
- Community67
- Transport14
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $571K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $280/wk
- Median HH Income
- $101K/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 Waimatuku?
- Children living in Waimatuku are in zone for Thornbury School, 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 Waimatuku?
- 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 Waimatuku?
- The postcode for Waimatuku is 9883.
- What is the population of Waimatuku?
- Waimatuku has 160 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Waimatuku?
- The estimated median property value in Waimatuku is $571K. Median weekly rent is $280/week.
- Where is Waimatuku?
- Waimatuku is in Southland, New Zealand.
- Is Waimatuku a good place to live?
- Waimatuku scores 50/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Waimatuku
Schools in zone for Waimatuku
Children living in Waimatuku have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Thornbury School
Contributing · roll 66 · decile 7
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 Waimatuku. 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.
Waimatuku Weather
Current conditions: 8.3°C, overcast clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 19.11 | 11.47 | 4.01 | 10.58 |
| ☀️ Feb | 18.08 | 11.06 | 4.45 | 10.18 |
| 🍂 Mar | 16.3 | 9.51 | 5.22 | 8.28 |
| 🍂 Apr | 15.16 | 8.85 | 3.47 | 6.76 |
| 🍂 May | 12.27 | 6.73 | 3.83 | 4.66 |
| ❄️ Jun | 10.05 | 3.68 | 3.26 | 5.34 |
| ❄️ Jul | 9.81 | 3.94 | 3.92 | 5.54 |
| ❄️ Aug | 10.72 | 4.2 | 3.09 | 6.69 |
| 🌸 Sep | 12.59 | 5.98 | 5.06 | 7.8 |
| 🌸 Oct | 13.37 | 6.56 | 4.14 | 8.24 |
| 🌸 Nov | 14.63 | 7.68 | 3.02 | 10.24 |
| ☀️ Dec | 17.21 | 10.51 | 4.71 | 9.75 |
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