- Est. Median Value
- $704K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $200/wk
- Safety Score
- 74/100
- Green Space
- 65%
- Current Weather
- 8.2°C
- Median Age
- 58 yrs
~51 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Waitaria Bay
Is Waitaria Bay a good place to live?
Waitaria Bay is home to roughly 2,028 people across 15.0 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Waitaria Bay scores 53 out of 100, with a safety score of 74/100 and 65% green space.
Schools: Waitaria Bay 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 $704K, and weekly rent typically sits around $200.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 8.2°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Waitaria Bay 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
- Safety74
- Amenities25
- Schools61
- Housing Affordability53
- Green space100
- Community56
- Transport18
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $704K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $200/wk
- Median HH Income
- $68K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +9.9%
- 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 Waitaria Bay?
- Children living in Waitaria Bay are in zone for Queen Charlotte College. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Waitaria Bay?
- 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 Waitaria Bay?
- The postcode for Waitaria Bay is 7282.
- What is the population of Waitaria Bay?
- Waitaria Bay has 2,028 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Waitaria Bay?
- The estimated median property value in Waitaria Bay is $704K. Median weekly rent is $200/week.
- Where is Waitaria Bay?
- Waitaria Bay is in Marlborough, New Zealand.
- Is Waitaria Bay a good place to live?
- Waitaria Bay scores 53/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Waitaria Bay
Schools in zone for Waitaria Bay
Children living in Waitaria Bay have a guaranteed right to enrol at these school, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Queen Charlotte College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 368 · decile 6
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School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Waitaria Bay. 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 Waitaria Bay that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Waitaria Bay School
Full Primary · roll 12 · decile 6 · 0.3 km away
Waitaria Bay Weather
Current conditions: 8.2°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 21.1 | 14.1 | 2.11 | 11.48 |
| ☀️ Feb | 20.9 | 13.88 | 2.69 | 11.04 |
| 🍂 Mar | 18.89 | 11.48 | 1.98 | 10.45 |
| 🍂 Apr | 16.76 | 10.75 | 4.51 | 7.99 |
| 🍂 May | 14.34 | 8.45 | 4.2 | 7 |
| ❄️ Jun | 12.73 | 7.28 | 3.06 | 6.92 |
| ❄️ Jul | 12.13 | 5.99 | 2.26 | 7.03 |
| ❄️ Aug | 12.08 | 5.51 | 2.56 | 8.43 |
| 🌸 Sep | 14.03 | 8.15 | 2.61 | 8.91 |
| 🌸 Oct | 15.6 | 8.73 | 3.62 | 10.38 |
| 🌸 Nov | 17.02 | 10.4 | 2.19 | 10.82 |
| ☀️ Dec | 19.62 | 12.86 | 2.34 | 11.36 |
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