- Est. Median Value
- $458K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $180/wk
- Safety Score
- 91/100
- Green Space
- 6%
- Current Weather
- 6.1°C
- Median Age
- 37 yrs
~34 crimes/1k/yr
overcast clouds
Living in Wendon
Is Wendon a good place to live?
Wendon is home to roughly 137 people across 147.2 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Wendon scores 55 out of 100, with a safety score of 91/100 and 6% green space.
Schools: Wendon 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 $458K, and weekly rent typically sits around $180.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 6.1°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Wendon 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
- Amenities20
- Schools56
- Housing Affordability82
- Green space20
- Community78
- Transport14
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $458K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $180/wk
- Median HH Income
- $87K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +2.4%
- 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 Wendon?
- Children living in Wendon are in zone for Riversdale School, 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 Wendon?
- 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 Wendon?
- The postcode for Wendon is 9777.
- What is the population of Wendon?
- Wendon has 137 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Wendon?
- The estimated median property value in Wendon is $458K. Median weekly rent is $180/week.
- Where is Wendon?
- Wendon is in Gore, Southland, New Zealand.
- Is Wendon a good place to live?
- Wendon scores 55/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Wendon
Schools in zone for Wendon
Children living in Wendon have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Riversdale School
Full Primary · roll 138 · decile 9
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 Wendon. 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.
Wendon Weather
Current conditions: 6.1°C, overcast clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 20.55 | 10.58 | 3.33 | 10.08 |
| ☀️ Feb | 19.46 | 9.93 | 4.08 | 9.57 |
| 🍂 Mar | 17.87 | 8.56 | 3.73 | 8.66 |
| 🍂 Apr | 15.59 | 6.83 | 3.46 | 7.58 |
| 🍂 May | 12.28 | 4.58 | 2.95 | 5.49 |
| ❄️ Jun | 8.93 | 1.41 | 2.88 | 5.81 |
| ❄️ Jul | 8.59 | 1.94 | 3.62 | 5.39 |
| ❄️ Aug | 10.95 | 1.45 | 3.21 | 7.32 |
| 🌸 Sep | 12.88 | 3.76 | 5.2 | 8.02 |
| 🌸 Oct | 14.33 | 4.57 | 4.2 | 9.09 |
| 🌸 Nov | 16.46 | 6.8 | 3.8 | 9.78 |
| ☀️ Dec | 19.1 | 9.65 | 4.17 | 9.95 |
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