- Est. Median Value
- $634K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $370/wk
- Safety Score
- 61/100
- Green Space
- 12%
- Current Weather
- 2.2°C
- Median Age
- 37 yrs
~65 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Westerfield
Is Westerfield a good place to live?
Westerfield is home to roughly 314 people across 119.1 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Westerfield scores 52 out of 100, with a safety score of 61/100 and 12% green space.
Schools: Westerfield 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 $370.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 2.2°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Westerfield 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
- Safety61
- Amenities38
- Schools77
- Housing Affordability59
- Green space39
- Community67
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $634K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $370/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 Westerfield?
- Children living in Westerfield are in zone for Villa Maria College, Ashburton Borough School, St Thomas of Canterbury College, Ashburton College, St Joseph's School (Ashburton), Craighead Diocesan 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 Westerfield?
- 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 Westerfield?
- The postcode for Westerfield is 7778.
- What is the population of Westerfield?
- Westerfield has 314 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Westerfield?
- The estimated median property value in Westerfield is $634K. Median weekly rent is $370/week.
- Where is Westerfield?
- Westerfield is in Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand.
- Is Westerfield a good place to live?
- Westerfield scores 52/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Westerfield
Schools in zone for Westerfield
Children living in Westerfield 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
Ashburton Borough School
Full Primary · roll 242 · decile 7
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
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 Westerfield. 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.
Westerfield Weather
Current conditions: 2.2°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 22.37 | 11.86 | 2.61 | 11.21 |
| ☀️ Feb | 21.77 | 11.38 | 2.29 | 10.1 |
| 🍂 Mar | 18.83 | 8.78 | 2.87 | 8.51 |
| 🍂 Apr | 16.9 | 7.13 | 2.24 | 7.65 |
| 🍂 May | 13.2 | 4.69 | 1.72 | 6.01 |
| ❄️ Jun | 10.69 | 2.48 | 2.25 | 5.52 |
| ❄️ Jul | 10.42 | 1.62 | 3.97 | 6.47 |
| ❄️ Aug | 11.77 | 1.39 | 1.85 | 7.99 |
| 🌸 Sep | 14.6 | 4.76 | 2.73 | 8.83 |
| 🌸 Oct | 16.06 | 5.7 | 3.96 | 9.46 |
| 🌸 Nov | 17.62 | 7.9 | 2.17 | 10.41 |
| ☀️ Dec | 20.62 | 10.75 | 2.81 | 9.89 |
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