- Est. Median Value
- $504K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $280/wk
- Safety Score
- 94/100
- Green Space
- 5%
- Current Weather
- 8.4°C
- Median Age
- 40 yrs
~31 crimes/1k/yr
light rain
Living in West Plains
Is West Plains a good place to live?
West Plains is home to roughly 1,182 people across 28.9 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, West Plains scores 55 out of 100, with a safety score of 94/100 and 5% green space.
Schools: West Plains 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 $504K, and weekly rent typically sits around $280.
Lifestyle: West Plains has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 8.4°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether West Plains 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
- Safety94
- Amenities10
- Schools71
- Housing Affordability74
- Green space17
- Community78
- Transport14
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $504K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $280/wk
- Median HH Income
- $101K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +0.8%
- 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 West Plains?
- Children living in West Plains are in zone for Donovan Primary School, Verdon College, Southland Adventist Christian School, St John's Girls' School (Invercargill), James Hargest College. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in West Plains?
- 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 West Plains?
- The postcode for West Plains is 9879.
- What is the population of West Plains?
- West Plains has 1,182 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in West Plains?
- The estimated median property value in West Plains is $504K. Median weekly rent is $280/week.
- Where is West Plains?
- West Plains is in Invercargill, Southland, New Zealand.
- Is West Plains a good place to live?
- West Plains scores 55/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in West Plains
Schools in zone for West Plains
Children living in West Plains have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Donovan Primary School
Contributing · roll 353 · decile 6
Verdon College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 716 · decile 6
Southland Adventist Christian School
Full Primary · roll 123 · decile 4
St John's Girls' School (Invercargill)
Full Primary · roll 124 · decile 9
James Hargest College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 1893
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in West Plains. 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 West Plains that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Wallacetown School
Contributing · roll 75 · decile 8 · 4.6 km away
Explore West Plains
Things to do(1)
Greenacres Driving Range
Parks & green spaces
Parks and reserves for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Healthcare
Pharmacies and clinics for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Tradies & Services in West Plains
Tradies & services(2)
Fireworld Fire Safety NZ
Woodside Construction Ltd
Shops in West Plains
Shops(2)
Middle Earth Garden Supplies
Prime Range Meats
Beauty & Fitness in West Plains
Beauty & fitness(1)
Greenacres Driving Range
West Plains Weather
Current conditions: 8.4°C, light rain
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 19.64 | 10.85 | 4.07 | 10.7 |
| ☀️ Feb | 18.4 | 10.37 | 4.26 | 10.31 |
| 🍂 Mar | 16.18 | 8.77 | 5.11 | 8.36 |
| 🍂 Apr | 15.1 | 8.34 | 3.33 | 6.89 |
| 🍂 May | 12.07 | 6.1 | 3.83 | 4.87 |
| ❄️ Jun | 10.11 | 3 | 3.19 | 5.56 |
| ❄️ Jul | 9.64 | 3.29 | 3.74 | 5.69 |
| ❄️ Aug | 10.61 | 3.63 | 2.96 | 6.8 |
| 🌸 Sep | 12.56 | 5.35 | 4.94 | 7.78 |
| 🌸 Oct | 13.55 | 5.92 | 4.2 | 8.38 |
| 🌸 Nov | 14.91 | 6.97 | 2.89 | 10.35 |
| ☀️ Dec | 17.64 | 9.9 | 5.1 | 9.73 |
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