- Est. Median Value
- $478K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $320/wk
- Safety Score
- 87/100
- Green Space
- 0%
- Current Weather
- 6.2°C
- Median Age
- 47 yrs
~38 crimes/1k/yr
broken clouds
Living in Whiterigg
Is Whiterigg a good place to live?
Whiterigg is home to roughly 1,785 people across 8.0 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Whiterigg scores 51 out of 100, with a safety score of 87/100 and 0% green space.
Schools: Whiterigg 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 $478K, and weekly rent typically sits around $320.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 6.2°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Whiterigg 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
- Safety87
- Amenities10
- Schools60
- Housing Affordability79
- Green space10
- Community67
- Transport14
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $478K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $320/wk
- Median HH Income
- $74K/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 Whiterigg?
- Children living in Whiterigg are in zone for Southland Adventist Christian School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Whiterigg?
- 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 Whiterigg?
- The postcode for Whiterigg is 9710.
- What is the population of Whiterigg?
- Whiterigg has 1,785 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Whiterigg?
- The estimated median property value in Whiterigg is $478K. Median weekly rent is $320/week.
- Where is Whiterigg?
- Whiterigg is in Gore, Southland, New Zealand.
- Is Whiterigg a good place to live?
- Whiterigg scores 51/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Whiterigg
Schools in zone for Whiterigg
Children living in Whiterigg have a guaranteed right to enrol at these school, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Southland Adventist Christian School
Full Primary · roll 123 · decile 4
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School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Whiterigg. 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 Whiterigg that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
East Gore School
Contributing · roll 113 · decile 3 · 3.0 km away
Gore Main School
Contributing · roll 200 · decile 7 · 3.0 km away
St Mary's School (Gore)
Contributing · roll 195 · decile 7 · 3.7 km away
Māruawai College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 613 · decile 6 · 3.8 km away
St Peter's College (Gore)
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 346 · 4.3 km away
West Gore School
Contributing · roll 144 · decile 6 · 4.4 km away
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Whiterigg Weather
Current conditions: 6.2°C, broken clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 19.88 | 10.29 | 3.01 | 10.15 |
| ☀️ Feb | 18.91 | 9.28 | 3.26 | 9.76 |
| 🍂 Mar | 17.34 | 8.46 | 3.03 | 8.67 |
| 🍂 Apr | 14.87 | 6.85 | 3.18 | 6.99 |
| 🍂 May | 11.96 | 4.81 | 3.13 | 5.5 |
| ❄️ Jun | 8.65 | 1.31 | 2.42 | 5.46 |
| ❄️ Jul | 8.44 | 2.15 | 3.13 | 5.16 |
| ❄️ Aug | 10.6 | 1.72 | 1.98 | 7.11 |
| 🌸 Sep | 12.51 | 3.95 | 4.04 | 7.76 |
| 🌸 Oct | 13.84 | 4.46 | 3.42 | 8.99 |
| 🌸 Nov | 16.04 | 6.77 | 3.45 | 10.06 |
| ☀️ Dec | 18.37 | 9.22 | 3.88 | 9.94 |
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