- Est. Median Value
- $492K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $330/wk
- Safety Score
- 88/100
- Green Space
- 0%
- Current Weather
- 6.7°C
- Median Age
- 43 yrs
~37 crimes/1k/yr
overcast clouds
Living in Woodlaw
Is Woodlaw a good place to live?
Woodlaw is home to roughly 2,475 people across 23.4 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Woodlaw scores 47 out of 100, with a safety score of 88/100 and 0% green space.
Schools: Woodlaw 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: The estimated median value is around $492K, and weekly rent typically sits around $330.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 6.7°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Woodlaw 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
- Safety88
- Amenities20
- Schools54
- Housing Affordability76
- Green space10
- Community33
- Transport14
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $492K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $330/wk
- Median HH Income
- $73K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +5.9%
- 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 Woodlaw?
- Children living in Woodlaw are in zone for Central Southland College, 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 Woodlaw?
- 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 Woodlaw?
- The postcode for Woodlaw is 9689.
- What is the population of Woodlaw?
- Woodlaw has 2,475 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Woodlaw?
- The estimated median property value in Woodlaw is $492K. Median weekly rent is $330/week.
- Where is Woodlaw?
- Woodlaw is in Southland, New Zealand.
- Is Woodlaw a good place to live?
- Woodlaw scores 47/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Woodlaw
Schools in zone for Woodlaw
Children living in Woodlaw have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Central Southland College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 686 · decile 6
Southland Adventist Christian School
Full Primary · roll 123 · decile 4
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Woodlaw. 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.
Woodlaw Weather
Current conditions: 6.7°C, overcast clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 19.73 | 10.4 | 3.5 | 10.28 |
| ☀️ Feb | 18.55 | 9.94 | 4.68 | 10.06 |
| 🍂 Mar | 15.99 | 8.04 | 4.8 | 8.23 |
| 🍂 Apr | 14.85 | 7.29 | 3.24 | 7.07 |
| 🍂 May | 11.55 | 5.27 | 4.18 | 4.81 |
| ❄️ Jun | 9.76 | 2.92 | 3.37 | 5.77 |
| ❄️ Jul | 9.1 | 2.78 | 3.53 | 5.73 |
| ❄️ Aug | 10.37 | 2.15 | 2.98 | 7.04 |
| 🌸 Sep | 12.35 | 4.52 | 5.78 | 8.18 |
| 🌸 Oct | 13.53 | 5.21 | 4.63 | 8.24 |
| 🌸 Nov | 15.11 | 6.19 | 2.93 | 9.59 |
| ☀️ Dec | 18.04 | 9.33 | 3.73 | 9.74 |
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