- Est. Median Value
- $633K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $408/wk
- Safety Score
- 93/100
- Green Space
- 18%
- Current Weather
- 10.4°C
- Median Age
- 45 yrs
~32 crimes/1k/yr
overcast clouds
Living in Westwood
Is Westwood a good place to live?
Westwood is home to roughly 153 people across 2.2 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Westwood scores 59 out of 100, with a safety score of 93/100 and 18% green space.
Schools: Westwood has 10 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 $633K, and weekly rent typically sits around $408.
Lifestyle: Westwood has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 10.4°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Westwood 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
- Safety93
- Amenities10
- Schools82
- Housing Affordability59
- Green space58
- Community89
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $633K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $408/wk
- Median HH Income
- $89K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- -2.0%
- 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 Westwood?
- Children living in Westwood are in zone for Dunedin Rudolf Steiner School, St Hildas Collegiate, Queen's High School, Columba College, John McGlashan College, Liberton Christian School, Trinity Catholic College. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Westwood?
- 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 Westwood?
- The postcode for Westwood is 9018.
- What is the population of Westwood?
- Westwood has 153 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Westwood?
- The estimated median property value in Westwood is $633K. Median weekly rent is $408/week.
- Where is Westwood?
- Westwood is in Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand.
- Is Westwood a good place to live?
- Westwood scores 59/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Westwood
Schools in zone for Westwood
Children living in Westwood have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Dunedin Rudolf Steiner School
Full Primary · roll 77 · decile 9
St Hildas Collegiate
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 463 · decile 10
Queen's High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 599 · decile 5
Columba College
Composite · roll 609
John McGlashan College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 527
Liberton Christian School
Full Primary · roll 133 · decile 7
Trinity Catholic College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 872
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Westwood. 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 Westwood that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Big Rock Primary School
Full Primary · roll 93 · decile 8 · 3.6 km away
Fairfield School (Dunedin)
Full Primary · roll 486 · decile 9 · 4.0 km away
TKKM o Otepoti
Composite · roll 88 · decile 2 · 4.8 km away
Explore Westwood
Things to do(2)
Allandale Cattery and Kennels
Saddle Brook Equestrian
Parks & green spaces(1)
Allandale Cattery and Kennels
Healthcare
Pharmacies and clinics for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Beauty & Fitness in Westwood
Beauty & fitness(1)
Saddle Brook Equestrian
Professional Services in Westwood
Professional services(1)
Gary Todd Architecture
Westwood Weather
Current conditions: 10.4°C, overcast clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 20.35 | 11.96 | 1.97 | 11.06 |
| ☀️ Feb | 19.98 | 11.3 | 2.08 | 10.45 |
| 🍂 Mar | 17.32 | 9.53 | 3.48 | 9.02 |
| 🍂 Apr | 15.75 | 7.99 | 1.72 | 7.42 |
| 🍂 May | 13.02 | 5.75 | 2.15 | 5.93 |
| ❄️ Jun | 11.14 | 4.15 | 2.16 | 5.9 |
| ❄️ Jul | 10.49 | 4.2 | 3.1 | 5.89 |
| ❄️ Aug | 11.64 | 2.7 | 1.68 | 7.39 |
| 🌸 Sep | 13.83 | 5.1 | 2.74 | 8.22 |
| 🌸 Oct | 14.92 | 6.13 | 4.75 | 9.36 |
| 🌸 Nov | 15.62 | 7.64 | 2.38 | 10.51 |
| ☀️ Dec | 18.09 | 10.75 | 3.67 | 9.76 |
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