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Ravensbourne, New Zealand

Otago · New Zealand

Ravensbourne is a small town in Otago, New Zealand with a population of 1,209. Elevation: 59 ft (18 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

3.4 /5.0
B Good
1,209 Population 6/sq mi density
59 ft Elevation 18 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
34.8 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone
$48,800 Median Income
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$48,800 median income, 5.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$260,000 home value, $1,300/mo rent

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About Ravensbourne

Ravensbourne

Ravensbourne is a suburb of the New Zealand city of Dunedin. It is located on Otago Harbour on the steep southeastern slopes of Signal Hill. It lies on the harbour's northern shore, 4.5 kilometres (2.8 mi) east-northeast of the city centre.

People

Population1,209
Median Age37.2 yrs
Density6/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$48,800
Per Capita$49,076
Unemployment5.1%

Housing

B+
Home Value$260,000
Rent$1,300
Ownership64.5%
Housing Units484

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain34.8 in/yr
Sunny Days283/yr
Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Population1,209
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Coordinates-45.8667°, 170.5500°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceOtago
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation34.8 inches (884 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.1 inches (3 cm)
Median Household Income$48,800
Median Age37.2 years

About Ravensbourne

Ravensbourne is a small town in New Zealand (Otago) with a population of 1,209. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet (18 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.8 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.

Ravensbourne has a population of 1,209 with a density of 6 people per square mile, spread across 221.7 square miles. The median age is 37.2 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,209
Total Population
6
People / sq mi
37.2yrs
Median Age
4% below New Zealand avg
221.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Ravensbourne vs New Zealand Average

The median household income in Ravensbourne is $48,800, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,076 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $944, 34% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 111 business establishments.

Income: Ravensbourne vs New Zealand

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Income

Median HH Income$48,800
35% below New Zealand avg
Per Capita Income$49,076
Avg Weekly Wage$944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
41% above New Zealand avg
Establishments (County)111

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Ravensbourne is $260,000, 8% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,300 (12% above the national average of $1,163). 64.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 484 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.3x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$260,000
8% below New Zealand avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,300
12% above New Zealand avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership64.5%
Owner-Occupied64.5%
Renter-Occupied35.5%
Housing Units484

Property Tax

Ravensbourne experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 45°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 283 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 34.8 inches. The area receives 1.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 45°F Jul (7°C)
Annual Average52.7°F
2% below New Zealand avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Sunny Days283 days/yr

Geography

Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Area221.7 sq mi (574.3 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates-45.8667°N, 170.5500°W
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.8"
8% below New Zealand avg
Snowfall 1.1"
Wettest Month (May) 3.39"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

13 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M3.3 on Jul 25, 2022.

Feb 8, 1998 42 km WNW of Oamaru, New Zealand M4.8 100 km
Oct 12, 2000 15 km N of Papatowai, New Zealand M4.5 101 km
Feb 11, 2004 68 km WSW of Oamaru, New Zealand M4.5 77 km
Jun 1, 2015 33 km WNW of Dunedin, New Zealand M4.3 36 km
Feb 6, 2011 19 km NNW of Papatowai, New Zealand M4.1 106 km
Jul 1, 2017 6 km NE of Cromwell, New Zealand M4.1 139 km
Oct 21, 2000 36 km ESE of Oamaru, New Zealand M4.0 92 km
May 3, 1994 24 km S of Dunedin, New Zealand M3.8 26 km
Jun 30, 2003 64 km SSE of Cromwell, New Zealand M3.8 82 km
May 10, 2004 16 km WNW of Papatowai, New Zealand M3.7 123 km
Feb 24, 2006 45 km NE of Portobello, New Zealand M3.7 52 km
Jul 25, 2022 3 km ESE of Cromwell, New Zealand M3.3 137 km
Jul 17, 2022 4 km SE of Cromwell, New Zealand M2.9 135 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1839 WAIKAWA, SOUTHLAND Unknown 138 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (17°C) 2.6 in Warmest
February 58°F (15°C) 2.2 in Driest
March 56°F (13°C) 3.3 in
April 52°F (11°C) 2.6 in
May 47°F (8°C) 3.4 in Wettest
June 44°F (6°C) 2.9 in Coldest
July 45°F (7°C) 3.3 in
August 44°F (7°C) 2.6 in
September 47°F (8°C) 2.3 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.6 in
November 53°F (12°C) 2.5 in
December 56°F (13°C) 3.1 in

Ravensbourne has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 44°F in June to 62°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 33.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.4") and February the driest (2.2").

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Schools in Ravensbourne

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Dunedin Rudolf Steiner School
Ravensbourne School
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Radio Stations near Ravensbourne

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio One 91FM community radio, disco MP3 128 kbps
Kiwi Folk Radio folk, local MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Ravensbourne

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Dunedin Gasworks Museum
Dunedin Museum of Natural Mystery
Dunedin Public Art Gallery & Museum
Fort Taiaroa
Geology Museum
New Zealand Sports Hall of Fame
Olveston Historic Home
Otago Museum
Port Chalmers Maritime Museum
The Dunedin Museum of Natural Mystery
Toitū Otago Settlers Museum

Libraries in Ravensbourne

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Archives New Zealand0.0
Black Star Books0.0
Blueskin Bay Library0.0
Dunedin Public Library0.0
Hocken Collections0.0
L Block0.0
Mosgiel Library0.0
Northcroft Library and Study Centre0.0
South Dunedin Community Library0.0
University of Otago Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Ravensbourne

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Otago Farmer's Market

Breweries in Ravensbourne

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Steamer Basin

Stadiums & Teams in Ravensbourne

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Ravensbourne

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dunedin International AirportDUDMedium Airport
Taieri AerodromeSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Pacific/Auckland

🇳🇿 About New Zealand

Capital Wellington
Population 4,885,500
Area 268,680 km²
GDP (USD) $255,194,972,673
GDP per capita $49,076
HDI 0.939
Life expectancy 83.0 years
Internet users 96.2%
Urban population 83.9%
Currency NZD (Dollar)
Languages English, Māori, New Zealand Sign Language
Calling code +64
TLD .nz
Driving side left

Public Holidays in New Zealand

23 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 2 Day after New Year's Day Day after New Year's Day
Jan 19 Wellington Anniversary Day Wellington Anniversary Day
Jan 26 Auckland Anniversary Day Auckland/Northland Anniversary Day
Feb 2 Nelson Anniversary Day Nelson Anniversary Day
Feb 6 Waitangi Day Waitangi Day
Mar 9 Taranaki Anniversary Day Taranaki Anniversary Day
Mar 23 Otago Anniversary Day Otago Anniversary Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 7 Southland Anniversary Day Southland Anniversary Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Jun 1 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Jul 10 Matariki Matariki
Sep 28 Canterbury (South) Anniversary Day Dominion Day
Oct 23 Hawke's Bay Anniversary Day Hawke's Bay Anniversary Day
Oct 26 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 2 Marlborough Anniversary Day Marlborough Anniversary Day
Nov 13 Canterbury Anniversary Day Canterbury (North & Central) Anniversary Day
Nov 30 Chatham Islands Anniversary Day Chatham Islands Anniversary Day
Nov 30 Westland Anniversary Day Westland Anniversary Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 Boxing Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ravensbourne

What is the population of Ravensbourne?

Ravensbourne has a population of 1,209 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 221.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.2 years.

Is Ravensbourne expensive to live in?

The median household income is $48,800, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $260,000 (8% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,300 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Ravensbourne?

Ravensbourne has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 283 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.8 inches, with 1.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Ravensbourne?

The unemployment rate in Ravensbourne is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $944. There are 111 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Ravensbourne?

The median home value in Ravensbourne is $260,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,300. The homeownership rate is 64.5%.

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