- Est. Median Value
- $514K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $367/wk
- Safety Score
- 85/100
- Green Space
- 1%
- Current Weather
- 8.0°C
- Median Age
- 47 yrs
~40 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in Whitstone
Is Whitstone a good place to live?
Whitstone is home to roughly 1,188 people across 8.3 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Whitstone scores 50 out of 100, with a safety score of 85/100 and 1% green space.
Schools: Whitstone 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 $514K, and weekly rent typically sits around $367.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 8.0°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Whitstone 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
- Safety85
- Amenities22
- Schools63
- Housing Affordability73
- Green space10
- Community56
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $514K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $367/wk
- Median HH Income
- $90K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +17.9%
- 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 Whitstone?
- Children living in Whitstone are in zone for Weston School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Whitstone?
- 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 Whitstone?
- The postcode for Whitstone is 9492.
- What is the population of Whitstone?
- Whitstone has 1,188 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Whitstone?
- The estimated median property value in Whitstone is $514K. Median weekly rent is $367/week.
- Where is Whitstone?
- Whitstone is in Waitaki, Otago, New Zealand.
- Is Whitstone a good place to live?
- Whitstone scores 50/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Whitstone
Schools in zone for Whitstone
Children living in Whitstone have a guaranteed right to enrol at these school, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Weston School
Full Primary · roll 232 · decile 8
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Whitstone. 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.
Whitstone Weather
Current conditions: 8.0°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 20.93 | 11.89 | 1.32 | 11.11 |
| ☀️ Feb | 21.59 | 11.74 | 1.63 | 10.74 |
| 🍂 Mar | 18.45 | 9.34 | 2.54 | 8.96 |
| 🍂 Apr | 16.52 | 7.58 | 1.73 | 7.72 |
| 🍂 May | 13.45 | 4.91 | 1.14 | 6.54 |
| ❄️ Jun | 11 | 3.51 | 1.64 | 5.3 |
| ❄️ Jul | 10.86 | 2.79 | 2.79 | 6.68 |
| ❄️ Aug | 11.98 | 1.99 | 1.01 | 8 |
| 🌸 Sep | 14.95 | 4.72 | 2.76 | 8.62 |
| 🌸 Oct | 15.91 | 6.04 | 3.69 | 10.08 |
| 🌸 Nov | 16.6 | 7.77 | 2.66 | 10.44 |
| ☀️ Dec | 19.43 | 11.1 | 3.42 | 9.86 |
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