Merivale is a small suburb in Canterbury with a population of 3,135 and a median age of 42. Median personal income is $51K per year. The main ethnic groups are European, Asian, Māori.
Median weekly rent in Merivale is $560 (560 houses, 540 units). This represents approximately 57% of median weekly personal income.
Livability indicators for Merivale: NZDep decile 4 (moderate deprivation); 4 schools with avg EQI 376.
In 2026, Merivale recorded 3 building approvals (0 houses, 3 units), down 86.4% year-on-year.
Merivale is a small suburb in Canterbury with a population of 3,135 and a median age of 42. Median personal income is $51K per year. The main ethnic groups are European, Asian, Māori.
Median weekly rent in Merivale is $560 (560 houses, 540 units). This represents approximately 57% of median weekly personal income.
Livability indicators for Merivale: NZDep decile 4 (moderate deprivation); 4 schools with avg EQI 376.
In 2026, Merivale recorded 3 building approvals (0 houses, 3 units), down 86.4% year-on-year.