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Otaki
City in Wellington, New Zealand
Overview
Otaki is a charming small town on New Zealand's Kāpiti Coast, blending rich Māori heritage with unspoiled natural beauty. Known for its stretching beaches, lively arts community, and access to both countryside and coast, Otaki is a laid-back destination perfect for relaxation and exploration.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
New Zealand
Region
Wellington
Population
4,980
Time Zone
Pacific/Auckland
Coordinates
-40.76°, 175.15°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
85
Female Safety
80
LGBTQ+ Safety
85
Traffic Safety
90
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$2,080
Local Cost
$1,350
Local Income
$2,200
Cashless
85
English
97
Temperature
12.6°C
Summer Avg
16.0°C
Winter Avg
9.3°C
Record High
27.2°C
Record Low
2.2°C
Humidity
84%
Precipitation
910 mm
Internet Speed
329 Mbps
Upload
195 Mbps
Latency
12 ms
City Vibrancy
20
Coworking
0
Cafes
6
Nightlife
0
Parks
14
Transport
29
Walk Score
29
Footways
57.0
Airport
PPQ
Distance
21 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 6 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
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 80/100.
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