- Est. Median Value
- $706K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $200/wk
- Safety Score
- 44/100
- Green Space
- 19%
- Current Weather
- 4.0°C
- Median Age
- 40 yrs
~81 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Western Lake
Is Western Lake a good place to live?
Western Lake is home to roughly 1,128 people. On Suburb's overall livability scale, Western Lake scores 44 out of 100, with a safety score of 44/100 and 19% green space.
Schools: Western Lake has 1 school 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 $706K, and weekly rent typically sits around $200.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 4.0°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Western Lake 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
- Safety44
- Amenities41
- Schools50
- Housing Affordability53
- Green space64
- Community33
- Transport40
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $706K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $200/wk
- Median HH Income
- $103K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +9.0%
- 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 Western Lake?
- Children living in Western Lake are in zone for Kuranui College. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Western Lake?
- 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 population of Western Lake?
- Western Lake has 1,128 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Western Lake?
- The estimated median property value in Western Lake is $706K. Median weekly rent is $200/week.
- Where is Western Lake?
- Western Lake is in South Wairarapa, Wellington, New Zealand.
- Is Western Lake a good place to live?
- Western Lake scores 44/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Western Lake
Schools in zone for Western Lake
Children living in Western Lake have a guaranteed right to enrol at these school, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Kuranui College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 778 · decile 6
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Western Lake. 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.
Western Lake Weather
Current conditions: 4.0°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 21.89 | 14.46 | 2.1 | 10.43 |
| ☀️ Feb | 21.17 | 14.18 | 3.1 | 10.14 |
| 🍂 Mar | 18.93 | 11.65 | 2.35 | 9.41 |
| 🍂 Apr | 17.56 | 10.84 | 3.44 | 7.58 |
| 🍂 May | 14.95 | 8.49 | 3.51 | 6.45 |
| ❄️ Jun | 13.3 | 7.01 | 1.47 | 5.81 |
| ❄️ Jul | 12.4 | 6.47 | 2.88 | 5.85 |
| ❄️ Aug | 12.42 | 5.89 | 2.28 | 7.05 |
| 🌸 Sep | 14.68 | 8.33 | 3.32 | 8.2 |
| 🌸 Oct | 16.15 | 9.01 | 2.59 | 9.18 |
| 🌸 Nov | 17.72 | 11.09 | 2.24 | 9.67 |
| ☀️ Dec | 20.3 | 13.52 | 2.68 | 9.27 |
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