- Est. Median Value
- $654K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $490/wk
- Safety Score
- 87/100
- Green Space
- 21%
- Current Weather
- 10.4°C
- Median Age
- 50 yrs
~38 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Wakatu
Is Wakatu a good place to live?
Wakatu is home to roughly 2,949 people across 1.0 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Wakatu scores 53 out of 100, with a safety score of 87/100 and 21% green space.
Schools: Wakatu has 20 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 $654K, and weekly rent typically sits around $490.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 10.4°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Wakatu 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
- Safety87
- Amenities10
- Schools68
- Housing Affordability57
- Green space68
- Community56
- Transport20
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $654K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $490/wk
- Median HH Income
- $94K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +3.6%
- 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 Wakatu?
- Children living in Wakatu are in zone for Nayland College, Broadgreen Intermediate. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Wakatu?
- 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 Wakatu?
- The postcode for Wakatu is 7011.
- What is the population of Wakatu?
- Wakatu has 2,949 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Wakatu?
- The estimated median property value in Wakatu is $654K. Median weekly rent is $490/week.
- Where is Wakatu?
- Wakatu is in Nelson, Nelson / Tasman, New Zealand.
- Is Wakatu a good place to live?
- Wakatu scores 53/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Wakatu
Schools in zone for Wakatu
Children living in Wakatu have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Nayland College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 1312 · decile 6
Broadgreen Intermediate
Intermediate · roll 486 · decile 6
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Wakatu. 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 Wakatu that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Enner Glynn School
Contributing · roll 306 · decile 7 · 1.1 km away
Tahunanui School
Contributing · roll 265 · decile 4 · 1.2 km away
Nelson Intermediate
Intermediate · roll 413 · decile 5 · 1.6 km away
Nayland Primary School
Contributing · roll 367 · decile 6 · 1.9 km away
Te Puna Wānanga o Te Wairepo – Victory Primary School
Contributing · roll 343 · decile 2 · 2.1 km away
Nelson Christian Academy
Full Primary · roll 311 · decile 6 · 2.3 km away
Nelson College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 1037 · decile 7 · 2.5 km away
Birchwood School
Contributing · roll 236 · decile 5 · 2.5 km away
Nelson College (Prep Dept)
Intermediate · roll 98 · decile 7 · 2.5 km away
Hampden Street School
Contributing · roll 422 · decile 6 · 2.6 km away
Stoke School
Contributing · roll 187 · decile 4 · 2.7 km away
Nelson College For Girls
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 985 · decile 7 · 3.3 km away
Nelson College For Girls Prep School
Intermediate · roll 98 · decile 7 · 3.3 km away
St Joseph's School (Nelson)
Full Primary · roll 345 · decile 5 · 3.7 km away
Nelson Teen Parent Unit
Teen Parent Unit · decile 1 · 3.9 km away
Auckland Point School
Contributing · roll 83 · decile 1 · 3.9 km away
Nelson Central School
Contributing · roll 370 · decile 5 · 3.9 km away
Maitai School
Specialist School · roll 59 · decile 7 · 4.3 km away
Tradies & Services in Wakatu
Tradies & services(2)
DDS Automotive
Pride In Painting Ltd
Beauty & Fitness in Wakatu
Beauty & fitness(1)
The Beauty Cottage
Professional Services in Wakatu
Professional services(2)
Anti Chaos Accounts
Tax Ezy
Stay in Wakatu
Places to stay(2)
Villa At Tahunanui
Ambleside Luxury Bed & Breakfast
Wakatu Weather
Current conditions: 10.4°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 21.95 | 13.99 | 1.95 | 11.24 |
| ☀️ Feb | 21.67 | 13.34 | 2.44 | 11.22 |
| 🍂 Mar | 19.7 | 11.04 | 1.81 | 10.4 |
| 🍂 Apr | 17.48 | 9.96 | 3.77 | 8.36 |
| 🍂 May | 14.9 | 7.59 | 4.6 | 6.86 |
| ❄️ Jun | 13.28 | 5.73 | 3.56 | 6.94 |
| ❄️ Jul | 12.77 | 5.06 | 1.56 | 7.35 |
| ❄️ Aug | 12.67 | 4.55 | 2.66 | 8.8 |
| 🌸 Sep | 14.95 | 6.99 | 2.08 | 9 |
| 🌸 Oct | 16.37 | 8.07 | 3.97 | 10.42 |
| 🌸 Nov | 18 | 10.11 | 2.63 | 11.11 |
| ☀️ Dec | 21.36 | 13.42 | 2.37 | 11.51 |
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