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Motueka
City in Tasman, New Zealand
Overview
Motueka, set in the Tasman region of New Zealand's South Island, serves as the gateway to the renowned Abel Tasman National Park. With a laid-back vibe, beautiful beaches, and a strong local arts scene, it's a charming base for exploring the region's natural wonders.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
New Zealand
Region
Tasman
Population
8,420
Time Zone
Pacific/Auckland
Coordinates
-41.13°, 173.02°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
90
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
80
Traffic Safety
88
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$2,135
Local Cost
$1,480
Local Income
$2,200
Cashless
80
English
100
Temperature
13.2°C
Summer Avg
17.1°C
Winter Avg
9.4°C
Record High
29.2°C
Record Low
1.1°C
Humidity
79%
Precipitation
1053 mm
City Vibrancy
12
Coworking
0
Cafes
2
Nightlife
0
Parks
10
Transport
2
Walk Score
2
Footways
3.0
Airport
MZP
Distance
3 km
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Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 82/100.
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