- Est. Median Value
- $423K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $250/wk
- Safety Score
- 91/100
- Green Space
- 15%
- Current Weather
- 9.7°C
- Median Age
- 41 yrs
~34 crimes/1k/yr
overcast clouds
Living in Waitane
Is Waitane a good place to live?
Waitane is home to roughly 1,650 people across 35.6 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Waitane scores 53 out of 100, with a safety score of 91/100 and 15% green space.
Schools: Waitane 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 $423K, and weekly rent typically sits around $250.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 9.7°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Waitane 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
- Amenities10
- Schools41
- Housing Affordability89
- Green space49
- Community44
- Transport14
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $423K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $250/wk
- Median HH Income
- $65K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +1.3%
- 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 Waitane?
- Children living in Waitane 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 Waitane?
- 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 Waitane?
- The postcode for Waitane is 9774.
- What is the population of Waitane?
- Waitane has 1,650 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Waitane?
- The estimated median property value in Waitane is $423K. Median weekly rent is $250/week.
- Where is Waitane?
- Waitane is in Gore, Southland, New Zealand.
- Is Waitane a good place to live?
- Waitane scores 53/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Waitane
Schools in zone for Waitane
Children living in Waitane 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 Waitane. 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 Waitane that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Te Tipua School
Full Primary · roll 35 · decile 5 · 3.4 km away
Tradies & Services in Waitane
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Waitane Weather
Current conditions: 9.7°C, overcast clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 19.45 | 10.29 | 3.75 | 10.41 |
| ☀️ Feb | 18.32 | 9.82 | 4.61 | 9.71 |
| 🍂 Mar | 15.6 | 8.19 | 5.22 | 8.2 |
| 🍂 Apr | 14.46 | 7.62 | 3.31 | 6.85 |
| 🍂 May | 11.32 | 5.75 | 4.13 | 4.95 |
| ❄️ Jun | 9.66 | 3.66 | 3.3 | 5.68 |
| ❄️ Jul | 8.84 | 3.19 | 3.88 | 5.59 |
| ❄️ Aug | 9.97 | 3.41 | 2.82 | 6.77 |
| 🌸 Sep | 12.1 | 4.75 | 5.74 | 7.74 |
| 🌸 Oct | 13.14 | 5.45 | 4.8 | 8.1 |
| 🌸 Nov | 14.8 | 6.34 | 3.94 | 9.43 |
| ☀️ Dec | 17.74 | 9.05 | 5.14 | 9.55 |
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