- Est. Median Value
- $639K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $330/wk
- Safety Score
- 66/100
- Green Space
- 6%
- Current Weather
- 4.1°C
- Median Age
- 46 yrs
~59 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Waitohi
Is Waitohi a good place to live?
Waitohi is home to roughly 175 people across 69.5 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Waitohi scores 49 out of 100, with a safety score of 66/100 and 6% green space.
Schools: Waitohi has 6 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 $639K, and weekly rent typically sits around $330.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 4.1°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Waitohi 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
- Safety66
- Amenities10
- Schools76
- Housing Affordability59
- Green space20
- Community89
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $639K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $330/wk
- Median HH Income
- $84K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +4.2%
- 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 Waitohi?
- Children living in Waitohi are in zone for Pleasant Point Primary School, St Joseph's School (Temuka), Opihi College, Craighead Diocesan School, Roncalli College. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Waitohi?
- 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 Waitohi?
- The postcode for Waitohi is 7985.
- What is the population of Waitohi?
- Waitohi has 175 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Waitohi?
- The estimated median property value in Waitohi is $639K. Median weekly rent is $330/week.
- Where is Waitohi?
- Waitohi is in Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand.
- Is Waitohi a good place to live?
- Waitohi scores 49/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Waitohi
Schools in zone for Waitohi
Children living in Waitohi have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Pleasant Point Primary School
Full Primary · roll 232 · decile 8
St Joseph's School (Temuka)
Full Primary · roll 109 · decile 6
Opihi College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 282 · decile 5
Craighead Diocesan School
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 412 · decile 9
Roncalli College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 516 · decile 7
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Waitohi. 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 Waitohi that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
St Joseph's School (Pleasant Point)
Full Primary · roll 46 · decile 5 · 3.4 km away
Shops in Waitohi
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Waitohi Timber
Waitohi Weather
Current conditions: 4.1°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 21.97 | 12.31 | 2.2 | 11.13 |
| ☀️ Feb | 21.98 | 11.59 | 1.68 | 10.56 |
| 🍂 Mar | 19.15 | 9.14 | 2.3 | 8.96 |
| 🍂 Apr | 17.18 | 7.73 | 2.37 | 7.74 |
| 🍂 May | 13.87 | 4.78 | 1.91 | 6.33 |
| ❄️ Jun | 10.97 | 2.61 | 1.86 | 5.47 |
| ❄️ Jul | 11.12 | 1.79 | 3.7 | 6.51 |
| ❄️ Aug | 12.65 | 1.33 | 1.42 | 8.08 |
| 🌸 Sep | 15.55 | 4.73 | 2.4 | 8.87 |
| 🌸 Oct | 16.56 | 6.16 | 3.28 | 9.88 |
| 🌸 Nov | 17.89 | 8.42 | 1.53 | 10.96 |
| ☀️ Dec | 20.6 | 11.29 | 2.33 | 10.18 |
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