- Est. Median Value
- $492K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $304/wk
- Safety Score
- 84/100
- Green Space
- 8%
- Current Weather
- 8.4°C
- Median Age
- 53 yrs
~41 crimes/1k/yr
overcast clouds
Living in Waipango
Is Waipango a good place to live?
Waipango is home to roughly 1,710 people across 33.1 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Waipango scores 48 out of 100, with a safety score of 84/100 and 8% green space.
Schools: Waipango 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 $492K, and weekly rent typically sits around $304.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 8.4°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Waipango 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
- Safety84
- Amenities10
- Schools59
- Housing Affordability76
- Green space28
- Community33
- Transport14
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $492K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $304/wk
- Median HH Income
- $59K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +5.6%
- 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 Waipango?
- Children living in Waipango 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 Waipango?
- 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 Waipango?
- The postcode for Waipango is 9881.
- What is the population of Waipango?
- Waipango has 1,710 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Waipango?
- The estimated median property value in Waipango is $492K. Median weekly rent is $304/week.
- Where is Waipango?
- Waipango is in Southland, New Zealand.
- Is Waipango a good place to live?
- Waipango scores 48/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Waipango
Schools in zone for Waipango
Children living in Waipango 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 Waipango. 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 Waipango that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Aparima College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 217 · decile 6 · 3.8 km away
Riverton School
Contributing · roll 131 · decile 6 · 3.8 km away
Beauty & Fitness in Waipango
Beauty & fitness(1)
Contour Beauty Studio
Waipango Weather
Current conditions: 8.4°C, overcast clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 18.15 | 12.05 | 3.83 | 9.99 |
| ☀️ Feb | 17.85 | 11.65 | 4.3 | 10.18 |
| 🍂 Mar | 16.87 | 10.56 | 4.11 | 8.35 |
| 🍂 Apr | 15.05 | 9.63 | 4.75 | 6.62 |
| 🍂 May | 12.96 | 7.95 | 4.16 | 5.02 |
| ❄️ Jun | 10.68 | 5.11 | 3.93 | 5.32 |
| ❄️ Jul | 9.81 | 5.42 | 4.28 | 4.88 |
| ❄️ Aug | 11.21 | 5.3 | 3.55 | 7.12 |
| 🌸 Sep | 12.35 | 6.62 | 4.52 | 7.92 |
| 🌸 Oct | 13.09 | 7.16 | 4.81 | 8.66 |
| 🌸 Nov | 14.78 | 8.88 | 3.7 | 10.08 |
| ☀️ Dec | 16.72 | 10.9 | 4.58 | 9.85 |
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