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Takaka
City in Tasman, New Zealand
Overview
Takaka is a small, friendly town at the gateway to Golden Bay, known for its artsy community, nearby nature reserves, and spectacular beaches. The relaxed atmosphere makes it a popular base for exploring Abel Tasman National Park and local geological wonders.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
New Zealand
Region
Tasman
Population
1,390
Time Zone
Pacific/Auckland
Coordinates
-40.85°, 172.80°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
90
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
80
Traffic Safety
85
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$1,980
Local Cost
$1,334
Local Income
$2,250
Cashless
70
English
100
Temperature
8.7°C
Summer Avg
12.6°C
Winter Avg
4.9°C
Record High
27.0°C
Record Low
-5.3°C
Humidity
87%
Precipitation
1264 mm
City Vibrancy
13
Coworking
0
Cafes
5
Nightlife
1
Parks
7
Transport
3
Walk Score
3
Footways
5.0
Airport
KTF
Distance
4 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 2025-12-08.
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 65/100.
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