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Opunake
City in Taranaki, New Zealand
Overview
Opunake is a charming coastal town in Taranaki, famous for its scenic beaches, rich Maori heritage, and artsy atmosphere. The town boasts a close-knit community, lively murals, and laid-back surf town vibes, making it a relaxing spot for travelers. Its natural scenery and creative spirit make it a hidden gem on the North Island.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
New Zealand
Region
Taranaki
Population
1,440
Time Zone
Pacific/Auckland
Coordinates
-39.46°, 173.86°
Key Metrics
Safety Score · estimate
80
Female Safety
80
LGBTQ+ Safety
70
Traffic Safety
85
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost · estimate
$1,820
Local Cost
$1,235
Local Income
$1,800
Cashless
60
English
95
Temperature
14.6°C
Summer Avg
17.0°C
Winter Avg
12.2°C
Record High
23.9°C
Record Low
4.9°C
Humidity
82%
Precipitation
1265 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
16
Walk Score
16
Footways
32.0
Airport
—
Distance
—
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Data sources
Source-backed data
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Record updated 2025-12-08.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Record updated 2025-12-06.
Estimates and unverified origins
Oyster List climate data - Climate origins are unverified. Available methods include historical APIs and AI estimates; stored rows do not identify the original dataset, reference period, or model for each value. Treat these summaries as estimates until independently verified. Record updated 2026-03-22.
Oyster List city price estimates - Price origins are unverified. Available generation methods include AI estimates; stored records do not identify a survey, observation period, or model for each price. Record updated 2026-01-14.
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores include model-assisted estimates. Stored records do not identify supporting observations for each score. Model-reported confidence: 70/100; this is not a measured accuracy score. Model: derived+gpt-4.1. Record updated 2026-03-26.
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