- Median Weekly Rent
- $300/wk
- Safety Score
- 61/100
- Green Space
- 0%
- Current Weather
- 7.6°C
- Median Age
- 50 yrs
clear sky
Living in Whale Island
Is Whale Island a good place to live?
Whale Island is home to roughly 1,287 people. On Suburb's overall livability scale, Whale Island scores 46 out of 100, with a safety score of 61/100 and 0% green space.
Schools: Whale Island 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: weekly rent typically sits around $300.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 7.6°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Whale Island is right for you depends on what youâre looking for. Use the data and community tips below to decide if it suits your lifestyle, family and budget.
Livability Breakdown
- Safety61
- Amenities38
- Schools79
- Housing Affordability55
- Green space10
- Community78
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Median Weekly Rent
- $300/wk
- Median HH Income
- $85K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +10.3%
- Data Year
- 2023
Key Financial Indicators (NZD)
Nearby Suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which schools are in zone for Whale Island?
- Children living in Whale Island are in zone for Middleton Grange School, Aidanfield Christian School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Whale Island?
- 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 Whale Island?
- Whale Island has 1,287 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- Where is Whale Island?
- Whale Island is in Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand.
- Is Whale Island a good place to live?
- Whale Island scores 46/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Whale Island
Schools in zone for Whale Island
Children living in Whale Island have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Middleton Grange School
Composite · roll 1387 · decile 9
Aidanfield Christian School
Composite · roll 457 · decile 8
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Whale Island. 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 â confirm an exact result near a zone boundary directly with the school.
Rubbish & Recycling
Whale Island uses different waste collection arrangements â kerbside bins may not be available at all addresses in this area.
Whale Island Weather
Current conditions: 7.6°C, clear sky
Whale Island Community
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