- Est. Median Value
- $634K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $200/wk
- Safety Score
- 66/100
- Green Space
- 53%
- Current Weather
- 8.4°C
- Median Age
- 41 yrs
~59 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Wakanui
Is Wakanui a good place to live?
Wakanui is home to roughly 1,398 people across 109.7 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Wakanui scores 55 out of 100, with a safety score of 66/100 and 53% green space.
Schools: Wakanui has 7 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 $634K, and weekly rent typically sits around $200.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 8.4°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Wakanui 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.
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Livability Breakdown
- Safety66
- Amenities10
- Schools78
- Housing Affordability59
- Green space100
- Community67
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $634K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $200/wk
- Median HH Income
- $95K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- -4.7%
- 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 Wakanui?
- Children living in Wakanui are in zone for Villa Maria College, St Thomas of Canterbury College, Ashburton College, St Joseph's School (Ashburton), Craighead Diocesan School, Wakanui School, Ashburton Christian School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Wakanui?
- 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 Wakanui?
- The postcode for Wakanui is 7777.
- What is the population of Wakanui?
- Wakanui has 1,398 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Wakanui?
- The estimated median property value in Wakanui is $634K. Median weekly rent is $200/week.
- Where is Wakanui?
- Wakanui is in Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand.
- Is Wakanui a good place to live?
- Wakanui scores 55/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Wakanui
Schools in zone for Wakanui
Children living in Wakanui have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Villa Maria College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 835 · decile 9
St Thomas of Canterbury College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 708 · decile 8
Ashburton College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 1411 · decile 6
St Joseph's School (Ashburton)
Full Primary · roll 242 · decile 5
Craighead Diocesan School
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 412 · decile 9
Wakanui School
Full Primary · roll 97 · decile 8
Ashburton Christian School
Composite (Year 1-10) · roll 262 · decile 6
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Wakanui. 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.
Shops in Wakanui
Shops(1)
Carpet Court Ashburton
Stay in Wakanui
Places to stay(2)
Hakatere Reserve
Camping not prohibited for SC
Wakanui Weather
Current conditions: 8.4°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 21.89 | 13.41 | 1.66 | 11.69 |
| ☀️ Feb | 22.18 | 13.24 | 2.33 | 10.59 |
| 🍂 Mar | 19.12 | 10.54 | 2.65 | 8.83 |
| 🍂 Apr | 17.62 | 8.77 | 1.86 | 8 |
| 🍂 May | 14.11 | 6.07 | 1.76 | 6.12 |
| ❄️ Jun | 11.84 | 4.56 | 1.89 | 5.44 |
| ❄️ Jul | 11.35 | 3.47 | 3.12 | 6.32 |
| ❄️ Aug | 12.68 | 3.24 | 1.44 | 7.82 |
| 🌸 Sep | 15.58 | 6.1 | 1.95 | 8.68 |
| 🌸 Oct | 16.31 | 7.3 | 2.55 | 9.87 |
| 🌸 Nov | 17.72 | 9.51 | 1.76 | 10.85 |
| ☀️ Dec | 20.93 | 12.32 | 2.32 | 10.64 |
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