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Poll: are school zones worth paying a premium for?
Parents are paying more — and even moving house — to secure homes in sought-after school zones across New Zealand.
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Parents across New Zealand are paying a premium for homes in sought-after school zones, sometimes moving or buying a second property to get in. In Christchurch, the "Golden Triangle" (zones for Christchurch Boys', Girls', and Burnside High) is a key driver of property value. Auckland's "DGZ" (Double Grammar Zone) is also a major selling point.
While separating the school zone premium from other factors is difficult, many see it as a sound investment, potentially saving on private school fees.
Fendalton may be one of the most expensive suburbs in Christchurch, but it’s not all down to the school zone. Photo: ALDEN WILLIAMS / The Press
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Christchurch Boys’ High School is in high demand from locals. Photo: ALDEN WILLIAMS / The Press
Burnside High School is one of the state schools in the so-called Educational Golden Triangle. Photo: ALDEN WILLIAMS / The Press
Established in 1869, Auckland Grammar School has produced more national rugby team members than any other school in New Zealand, and sent 26 Rhodes Scholars to Oxford University. Photo: Jonathan Killick
It’s a school people want their kids to attend. Photo: Jonathan Killick
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