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Christchurch, New Zealand

Canterbury · New Zealand

Christchurch is a large city in Canterbury, New Zealand with a population of 412,000. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
412,000 Population 3,615/sq mi density
46 ft Elevation 14 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
34.2 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone
$28,320 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$28,320 median income, 4.0% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.2 / 5.0
$223,600 home value, $1,118/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population412,000
Median Age45.4 yrs
Density3,615/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$28,320
Per Capita$28,320
Unemployment4.0%

Housing

C
Home Value$223,600
Rent$1,118
Ownership57.1%
Housing Units164,800

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain34.2 in/yr
Sunny Days283/yr
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Population412,000
Population Density3,615 / sq mi
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Coordinates-43.5333°, 172.6333°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceCanterbury
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation34.2 inches (869 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.1 inches (3 cm)
Median Household Income$28,320
Median Age45.4 years

About Christchurch

Christchurch is a large city in New Zealand (Canterbury) with a population of 412,000. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet (14 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.2 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.

Christchurch has a population of 412,000 with a density of 3,615 people per square mile, spread across 114.0 square miles. The median age is 45.4 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

412,000
Total Population
3,615
People / sq mi
45.4yrs
Median Age
17% above New Zealand avg
114.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Christchurch vs New Zealand Average

The median household income in Christchurch is $28,320, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,320 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $545, 62% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 550 business establishments, including 245 restaurants.

Income: Christchurch vs New Zealand

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,320
62% below New Zealand avg
Per Capita Income$28,320
Avg Weekly Wage$545

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above New Zealand avg
Establishments (County)550

Business (County)

Restaurants245
Healthcare54
Retail30

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Christchurch is $223,600, 21% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,118 (4% below the national average of $1,163). 57.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 164,800 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.9x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$223,600
21% below New Zealand avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,118
4% below New Zealand avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership57.1%
Owner-Occupied57.1%
Renter-Occupied42.9%
Housing Units164,800

Property Tax

Climate in Christchurch

Christchurch has an average annual temperature of 11.6°C (53°F). The hottest month is Jan (17°C), the coldest is Jul (5.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 604 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 17°C / 63°F 11.8° / 22.2° 42.0
Feb 17°C / 63°F 11.8° / 22.3° 38.9
Mar 15°C / 59°F 9.7° / 20.3° 40.9
Apr 12°C / 54°F 6.8° / 17.2° 47.5
May 9.4°C / 49°F 4.2° / 14.7° 68.9
Jun 6.5°C / 44°F 1.4° / 11.6° 53.8
Jul 5.9°C / 43°F 0.9° / 10.9° 67.5
Aug 7.2°C / 45°F 2° / 12.4° 66.4
Sep 9.5°C / 49°F 3.9° / 15.2° 43.1
Oct 11.2°C / 52°F 5.8° / 16.7° 45.9
Nov 13.2°C / 56°F 7.6° / 18.9° 45.1
Dec 15.7°C / 60°F 10.3° / 21.1° 44.0
Christchurch experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 45°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 283 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 34.2 inches. The area receives 1.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 45°F Jul (7°C)
Annual Average54.3°F
1% above New Zealand avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Sunny Days283 days/yr

Geography

Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Area114.0 sq mi (295.2 km²)
Population Density3,615/sq mi
Coordinates-43.5333°N, 172.6333°W
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.2"
10% below New Zealand avg
Snowfall 1.1"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.86"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.93"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

676 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M3.0 on Aug 30, 2025.

Sep 3, 2010 19 km NE of Methven, New Zealand M7.0 65 km
Jun 18, 1994 56 km NW of Oxford, New Zealand M6.8 101 km
Nov 24, 1995 47 km NW of Oxford, New Zealand M6.2 91 km
Feb 21, 2011 6 km SE of Christchurch, New Zealand M6.1 7 km
Feb 10, 1990 90 km N of Amberley, New Zealand M6.0 133 km
Jun 19, 1994 40 km N of Methven, New Zealand M6.0 88 km
Jun 13, 2011 9 km ESE of Christchurch, New Zealand M5.9 10 km
Feb 14, 2016 12 km ENE of Christchurch, New Zealand M5.8 13 km
Feb 10, 1990 90 km N of Amberley, New Zealand M5.7 132 km
Jan 5, 2015 43 km SSE of Hokitika, New Zealand M5.6 125 km
Feb 22, 2011 7 km S of Christchurch, New Zealand M5.6 7 km
May 29, 1995 South Island of New Zealand M5.5 106 km
Sep 19, 2023 Canterbury, New Zealand M5.5 123 km
Feb 22, 2011 6 km SSE of Christchurch, New Zealand M5.5 6 km
Mar 30, 1992 57 km NNW of Methven, New Zealand M5.5 110 km
Jun 21, 1994 47 km N of Methven, New Zealand M5.4 92 km
Aug 29, 1996 74 km N of Amberley, New Zealand M5.2 116 km
Jan 1, 2012 21 km ENE of Christchurch, New Zealand M5.2 21 km
Jun 13, 2011 10 km ESE of Christchurch, New Zealand M5.2 11 km
Jun 21, 2011 1 km SSE of Prebbleton, New Zealand M5.2 11 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.5 m (21 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2016 OFF EAST COAST OF SOUTH ISLAND Earthquake 6.5 m 2 95 km
1895 PIEGON BAY Meteorological 5.0 m 28 km
1881 PIGEON BAY (BANKS PENINSULA) Earthquake 3.0 m 28 km
1856 S CANTERBURY PROVINCE, SOUTH ISLAND Unknown 1.0 m 73 km
1922 SE. NEW ZEALAND Earthquake 0.4 m 66 km
1978 OFF EAST COAST OF SOUTH ISLAND Meteorological 57 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 2.2 in Warmest
February 62°F (17°C) 1.9 in Driest
March 59°F (15°C) 2.5 in
April 55°F (13°C) 2.6 in
May 49°F (9°C) 2.6 in
June 44°F (7°C) 3.2 in Coldest
July 45°F (7°C) 3.9 in Wettest
August 46°F (8°C) 3.5 in
September 49°F (10°C) 2.0 in
October 53°F (12°C) 2.6 in
November 56°F (14°C) 2.1 in
December 60°F (16°C) 2.1 in

Christchurch has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 44°F in June to 63°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 31.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (1.9").

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Colleges & Universities in Christchurch

Institution Type Founded Website
Ara Institute of Canterbury (Madras St campus) University Visit →
Ara Institute of Canterbury (Sullivan Ave campus) University
Christchurch College of English College Visit →
Climate Action Campus College
Dovedale Campus University
IAANZ University
Lincoln University University Visit →
MAINZ Christchurch University
New Zealand Broadcasting School College
New Zealand College of Business College Visit →
School of Medicine University
Te Wānanga o Aotearoa University Visit →
University of Otago Christchurch Campus University
University of Otago, Department of Paediatrics University
University of Otago, Department of Psychological Medicine University

Schools in Christchurch

107+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Christ's College
The Cathedral Grammar School
Christchurch East School
Hagley Community College
St Mary's School
St Michael's Church School
Ao Tawhiti Unlimited Discovery School
Avonside Girls' High School
Shirley Boys' High School
Burnside Primary School
Wairarapa Cobham Intermediate School
Burnside High School
Rowley Avenue School
Southern Health School
Hillmorton High School
Spreydon School
Oaklands School
Halswell School
Beckenham Te Kura o Pūroto
Hoon Hay School
Our Lady of Assumption School
Somerfield School
Hornby High School
Saint Bernadette's School
South Hornby School
Haeata Community Campus
Villa Maria College
Te Kāpehu Riccarton School
Russley School
Middleton Grange School
Wharenui School
Ōpāwa School
Christchurch Rudolf Steiner School
Saint Martins School
Christ's College
Thorrington School
Christchurch Boys' High School
Christchurch Girls' High School
Heathcote Valley School
Hillview Christian School (senior campus)
Hillview Christian School (junior campus)
Saint Mark's School
Catholic Cathedral College
The Cathedral Grammar School
Ilam School
Te Waka Unua School
Te Aratai College
Waltham School
Addington School
West Spreydon School
Hornby Primary School
Saint Peter's School
Waitakiri Primary School
Rāwhiti School
Papanui High School
St Andrew's College
Christchurch East School
Queenspark School
Medbury School
Merrin School
Gilberthorpe School
Wairakei School
Arahina ki Ōtautahi
Cashmere High School
Christchurch South Intermediate School
Pāreawa Banks Avenue Primary School
Shirley Intermediate School
Shirley School
Hagley Community College
St Bede's College
Chisnallwood Intermediate School
Kirkwood Intermediate School
Te Pā o Rākaihautū
Rangi Ruru Girls' School
Te Kura Whakapūmau
Belfast School
Casebrook Intermediate School
Northcote School
Paparoa Street School
Elmwood Normal School
Cotswold School
Isleworth School
Bishopdale School
Harewood School
Papanui School
Redwood Primary School
Emmanuel Christian School
Breens Intermediate School
Mairehau Primary School
Saint Francis of Assisi Catholic School
Avonhead School
Ngutuawa School
St Margaret's College
Saint Thomas of Canterbury College
Our Lady of Victories School
Saint Patricks School
Linwood Avenue School
Saint James School
Parkview School
Saint Joseph's School
Whītau School
Saint Teresa's School
Saint Albans School
South New Brighton School
Mairehau High School
Bromley School
Mount Pleasant School
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Radio Stations near Christchurch

9 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
RDU 98.5FM MP3 128 kbps
3ABN Christian Radio bible teaching, christian AAC+ 56 kbps
Anthemz AAC 130 kbps
Akaroa World Radio easy listening AAC
XS80s 1980's, 1980s MP3 128 kbps
Dave FM 70s, 80s MP3 128 kbps
Power Hit FM 87.8 - Christchurch, NZ pop music, top 40 AAC+ 64 kbps
8K.NZ eclectic, independent MP3 192 kbps
RDU alternative MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Christchurch

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Air Force Museum
Canterbury Museum Pop-Up
Craft Station
Godley Head Heritage Trust Museum
Matuku Takotako: Sumner Centre
Mike Pero's Motorcycle Gallery
New Brighton Museum
Ngaio Marsh House
Our City O-Tautahi
Pioneer Hall
Quake City
Rangiora Museum
Rutherford's Den
Steam Scene Museum
Te Ūaka The Lyttelton Museum
Teece Museum of Classical Antiquities
The Central Art Gallery
The Whare
Thornycroft Torpedo Boat Museum
Yaldhurst Museum

Libraries in Christchurch

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
ARA Library0.0
ARA Library0.0
Aranui Library0.0
Book Discussion Scheme0.0
Central Library - Te Puna Mātauraka o Waitaha0.0
Central Library - Te Puna Mātauraka o Waitaha0.0
Diamond Harbour Library0.0
Engineering and Physical Sciences Library0.0
Fendalton Library0.0
Heathcote Valley Community Library0.0
Heathcote Valley Community Library0.0
Hornby Centre0.0
Ivey Hall0.0
Lincoln Library0.0
Linwood Library0.0
Linwood Library0.0
Little River Library0.0
Lyttelton Library0.0
Macmillan Brown Library0.0
Matatiki: Hornby Centre0.0
New Brighton Library0.0
Opawa Public Library0.0
Ōrauwhata: Bishopdale Library and Community Centre0.0
Papanui Library0.0
Parklands Library0.0
Rangiora Public Library0.0
Redcliff Village Library0.0
Redwood Library0.0
Redwood Library0.0
Saint Martins Library0.0
Saint Martins Library0.0
Selwyn Huts community library0.0
Shirley Library0.0
Spreydon Library0.0
Tai Tapu Library0.0
Toy Library0.0
Tūranga (Christchurch Central Library)0.0
Upper Riccarton Community and School Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Christchurch

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Christchurch Farmers' Market
Christchurch Night Market — Ferrymead
Lincoln Saturday Market
Lyttleton Farmers Market
Rangiora Produce Market Ltd
Riccarton Rotary Market
Riverside Market
Small farmers market
South Christchurch Farmers' Market
The Provedore

Hotels in Christchurch

26 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BreakFree
Christchurch City Hotel
Crowne Plaza Christchurch
Distinction Hotel Christchurch
Drifter Christchurch
Eliza's Manor House
Fable Christchurch
Fino
Heritage Christchurch Hotel
Hotel 115
Hotel Montreal
Ibis Hotel Christchurch
Novotel
Pavilion's Hotel
Quest Apartments
Quest on Kilmore
Quest on Manchester
Rydges Latimer
Southwark Apartments
Sudima Christchurch City
The Classic Villa
The George
The Mayfair
The Muse Hotel
The Observatory Hotel
The Salisbury Hotel

Restaurants in Christchurch

133 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

50 Bistro
Amazonita
Aroy Thai
Athens Yacht Club
Banh Mi Kitchen
Bar Yoku
Baretta Bar & Restaurant
BASE Woodfired Pizza
Basmati's
BB Vietnamese Street Food
BBQ Brazil
Bento Bowl
Besse
Best Turkish Food Co
Bolina Indian Sweets and Restaurant
Boo Radley's
Botanic
Brewda
Cafe Stir
Cafe Valentino
Caribe Latin Kitchen
Casa Publica
Chic
Chiwahwah
Chong's
Chop N Wok
City Cafe
Cook 'N' With Gas
Cookai
Corianders
Curators House
Delhi Belly
Delilah
Dice & Slice
Diner 66
Downstairs
Dubbba Deluxe
Duo
Eightgrains
El Fogón
Elements by IHF
Fiddlesticks
Francesca's Italian Kitchen
Gatherings
Giovanni's
Gogi
Gumption
Hachi Hachi
Hikari Sushi Train
Himalayas
INATI
Jimmy’s Smokehouse
Joe's Garage
King of Snake
Koji
Kokomo
Krung Thep Thai Street Food
Kum Pun
Little Saigon Vietnamese Restaurant
Lone Star
Louis
Majestic at Mayfair
Mama Ree
Manu
Mashawe
Mediterranean Tast
Mexicano's
Mexico
Midori Japanese Restaurant
Miro
Miss Saigon
MIYABI Sushi Sushi
Mr Charcoal CHCH
Mugen
Mum's 24
Mumbaiwala
Muy Muy
My Kitchen
Native Thai Restaurant
Noodlemonk
Original Sin
Orleans
Pescatore
Pizza Trap
Polo Bar & Restaurant
Pot Sticker Dumpling Bar
Ramen Ria
Rangoon Ruby
Rascal
ROCA
Sakimoto
Sal's
Sampan House
Samurai Bowl
Scoundrel
Seoul Jib
Shamiana
Shree Jagannath
Sister Kong
Smokeshack Victoria BBQ
Smokey T's
Southern Asian Restaurant
Spagalimis
St Pierre's Sushi
Story
Strawberry Fare
Sushi Platter
Sushi Soldier
Sushi Time
Table at Monks
Tanoshi
Texas Bar & Grill
Thai Bites
Thai Box
The Dish
The Flying Burrito Bros
The Hoi Polloi Bar & Bistro
The Lotus Heart
The Mediterranean Food Company
The Monday Room
The Nook Eatery
The Thirsty Peacock
Thonglor Thai Restaurant
Three Cows
Tramway Restaurant
Twenty Seven Steps
Two Fat Indians
Viaduct
Visions on Campus
Waffle Haus
Winnie Bagoes
Xolo
Zodiac

Cafes in Christchurch

80 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Affogato Cafe
Akin
Ally & Sid
Antigua Street
Barefoot Eatery
Beat Street
Belle
Black & White Coffee Cartel
Black & White Coffee Cartel
Black and White Coffee Cartel
Black and White Coffee Cartel
Black and White coffee Cartel
Black Betty
Blax Espresso Bar
Boat Shed Cafe
boba
BobaLab
Bohemian Bakery
Boteco
Bunrunners
C1 Espresso
Cafe des Artistes
Child Sister
Civil Servant Cafe
Coffee Culture
Coffee Embassy
Coffee Lovers
Coffee Supreme
Daddy's Dream Cafe
Dainty
Doubles
Empire Coffee
Espresso Studio
Estelle
Everyday Dose
Fika
Foundation Cafe
Gelato & Tea
Good Habit
Green
Grizzly
Hagley Golf Club Clubhouse
Ilex Café
Laneway Espresso
Lemon Tree Cafe
Lil’ Ruby
Little Social
Lucky Duck
Lux Espresso
Makan
Mojo
Moment
Moustache & Milk
Muffin Break
Muffin Break
Noki Coffee & Egg
Okioki by Great Pastry Co.
Perry's Cafe
Posh Porridge
Quad Eatery
Robert Harris
Robert Harris
Rollickin Gelato Cafe
Starbucks
Sweet Revenge
Tea palace
Terry's
The Apron
The Creperie
The Guardian
The Kind Foundation
The Mediterranean Food Co
The Milk Bar
Therapy
Thrive Community Cafe
uncommon
Unknown Chapter
Vic's Cafe
Vivace Espresso
Westend Stories

Cinemas in Christchurch

3 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alice Cinematheque
Hoyts
Lumière Cinemas

Theatres in Christchurch

5 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Christchurch Town Hall
Court Theatre
Good Times Comedy Club
Isaac Theatre Royal
Old Boys' Theatre

Monuments in Christchurch

7 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bandsmen’s Memorial Rotunda
Bridge of Remembrance
Edmonds Telephone Cabinet
Floral Clock
Oxford Terrace Baptist Church
Statue of Captain Cook
William Sefton Moorhouse Statue

Clinics in Christchurch

9 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

24 Hour Surgery
ARA Health Centre
Etu Pasifika
Forte 2
Health & Sport Central
NZ #164044495
Pegasus Primary Mental Health Services
Triton Hearing Clinic, St Albans
Urology Associates

Dentists in Christchurch

7 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Advanced Ceramics
Harris Dental Christchurch
Lumino
Lumino The Dentists
OrthoSouth
Peak Orthodontics
team dental

Veterinaries in Christchurch

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Cat Vet

Bus Stations in Christchurch

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bus Interchange

Gas Stations in Christchurch

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP
Mobil
Waitomo
Z

Banks in Christchurch

6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ANZ
ASB Bank
BNZ Christchurch
Rabobank
TSB
Westpac

Shopping Malls in Christchurch

4 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Guthrey Centre
South City Shopping Centre
The Crossing
Welder

Golf Courses in Christchurch

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hagley Golf Club

Stadiums & Teams in Christchurch

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Christchurch

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Christchurch International AirportCHCLarge Airport
DunsandelSmall Airport
Fernside Fields AirparkSmall Airport
Forest Field AerodromeSmall Airport
Kings (Ladbrooks)Small Airport
Rangiora AirfieldSmall Airport
Springfield AirportSmall Airport
Taitapu Ag stripSmall Airport
West Melton AerodromeSmall Airport
Worthy Lodge airstrip (Ladbrooks)Small Airport

Post Offices in Christchurch

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Christchurch Box Lobby
NZ Post Cashel Street

Treatment Centers in Christchurch

16 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
24 Hour Surgery
ARA Health Centre
Cashel Health Centre
Christchurch PsychMed
Ear Health Riccarton
Etu Pasifika
High Street City Health
Ilam Medical Centre
Maui Clinic
Pegasus Primary Mental Health Services
Rodger Wright Centre
Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa
Straven Medical
The Merivale Clinic
Triton Hearing Clinic, St Albans
Urology Associates

Churches & Religious Organizations in Christchurch

119 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Active Church / Westside Apostolic Church
Al Noor Mosque
Aldersgate / Puari Huinga
All Saints Anglican Church - Burwood
Arise Church
Avonhead Baptist Church
Avonside Community / Living Waters Community Church
Bassett Street Church / Burwood Christian Centre
Beckenham Baptist Church
Beckenham Methodist Community Church
Bishopdale Church of Christ
Bishopdale Seventh-Day Adventist Church
Bryndwr Gospel Chapel
Burnside Elim Community Church
Canterbury Hebrew Congregation
Carmelite Monastery
Cashmere New Life Church
Cashmere Presbyterian Church
Celebration Centre Church
Chapel of the Upper Room
Christchurch Baptist on Burwood
Christchurch Chinese Church
Christchurch Chinese Methodist Church
Christchurch North Methodist Parish
Christchurch Nurses Memorial Chapel
Christchurch Nurses Memorial Chapel
Christian Science Church & Reading Room
Christian Science Church & Reading Room
Church of Saint Mary The Virgin / St Mary's Anglican Church - Addington
City Church Christchurch
City Church Christchurch
Connect Church Christchurch
Crossway Community Church
Durham Street Gospel Hall
Durham Street Gospel Hall
EFKS Christchurch
Elim Church Christchurch City
Elim Church Christchurch City
Fellowship Bible Baptist Church
Grace Baptist Church
Grace Vineyard Church - Beach Campus
Grace Vineyard Church - City Campus
Hansarang Church
Holy Trinity Avonside / Most Holy Trinty Anglican Church
Hope Church / Hope Presbyterian - Hornby
Ilam Baptist Church
Knox Church
Korean Presbyterian Church
Liberty Christian Church
Linwood Avenue Union Church
Linwood Baptist Community Church
Linwood Congregational Church
Majestic Church
Nawawi Centre
New Generation Church
Opawa Baptist Church
Opawa Community Church
Our Lady of the Assumption
Our Lady of Victories Parish
Oxford Terrace Baptist Church
Oxford Terrace Baptist Church
Papanui Baptist Church
Parklands Baptist Community Church
Presbyterian Church St Stephens
Rose Historic Chapel
Rose Historic Chapel
Rowley Ave Bible Chapel
Rutland Street Church
Sacred Heart Parish - Addington
Saint Albans Baptist Church
Saint Anne’s Catholic Church
Saint Barnabas
Saint Christopher's
Saint John the Evangelist
Saint Johns
Saint Mark's
Saint Mary's Pro-Cathedral / Saint Mary's Catholic Church
Saint Mary's Pro-Cathedral / Saint Mary's Catholic Church
Saint Matthew's Catholic Church
Saint Peter's
Salem Community Church / Salem at the Gateway
Salvation Army Church
Samoan Methodist Church
Samoan Seventh-Day Adventist Church
SGINZ Centre Christchurch
South City Church
South City Church
South West Baptist Church
Ss Peter and Paul Parish
St Andrew's at Rangi Ruru
St Augustines Anglican Church
St Bernadette's Parish - Hornby
St Chad's Anglican Church - North Linwood
St Faith's Anglican Church - New Brighton
St Gregory's Catholic Church - Bishopdale
St Mark's Methodist Church
St Marks Presbyterian Church
St Martin's - Spreydon
St Marys Church
St Michael and All Angels Anglican Church
St Michael and All Angels Anglican Church
St Paul's Anglican Church - Papanui
St Paul's Lutheran Church
St Peter's Church
St Saviour's and St Nicholas Anglican Church
St Saviour's Anglican Church - Sydenham
St Stephen's Anglican Church - Shirley
St Teresa of Lisieux Parish - Riccarton
St. Mary and St. Athanasius Coptic Orthodox Church
Sydenham Worship & Community Centre
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
The Revival Fellowship
The Salvation Army Christchurch City Corps
The Village Presbyterian Church Redwood
The Well
Transitional Cathedral
Transitional Cathedral
True Jesus Church
World Mission Society Church of God

Explore Near Christchurch

UFO Sightings
10
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Pacific/Auckland

Around Christchurch

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 82
Hospitals 21
Pharmacies 33
Restaurants 245
Cafes 140
Bars 46
Supermarkets 30
Banks 15
Museums 4
Hotels 20
Libraries 6
Parks 284
Police Stations 2
Places of Worship 10

Things to See Near Christchurch

74 places within 15 km

⚱️ Archaeological Sites (4)
  • • Ōhinetahi
  • • Rīpapa
  • • Te Kai-a-Te-Karoro
  • • Te Whakataka
🏖️ Beaches (10)
  • • Cass Bay
  • • Corsair Bay
  • • Magazine Bay
  • • Matuku-takotako / Sumner Beach
  • • New Brighton Beach
  • + 5 more
🏰 Castles (1)
  • • Fort Jervois
🖼️ Galleries (6)
  • • CoCA
  • • Flare
  • • Fo Guang Yuan Art Gallery
  • • REI Gallery
  • • The Physics Room
  • + 1 more
🗼 Lighthouses (2)
  • • Governors Bay Light
  • • Purau Bay Light
⛰️ Peaks (16)
  • • Carrs Mound
  • • Gibraltar Rock
  • • Marleys Hill
  • • Mount Ada
  • • Mount Cavendish
  • + 11 more
🏛️ Ruins (11)
  • • Anti Aircraft Battery (Historic)
  • • Battery Observation Post III
  • • Battery Observation Post III
  • • Battery Observation Post III
  • • Erskine Point Battery (Historic)
  • + 6 more
🌄 Viewpoints (23)
  • • Bird Hide
  • • Brooklands Lagoon
  • • Contemplation Point
  • • Hang-Gliding
  • • Hidden Valley lookout
  • + 18 more
🦁 Zoos (1)
  • • Living Springs Farm Park

🇳🇿 About New Zealand

Capital Wellington
Population 4,885,500
Area 268,680 km²
GDP (USD) $255,194,972,673
GDP per capita $49,076
HDI 0.939
Life expectancy 83.0 years
Internet users 96.2%
Urban population 83.9%
Currency NZD (Dollar)
Languages English, Māori, New Zealand Sign Language
Calling code +64
TLD .nz
Driving side left

Public Holidays in New Zealand

23 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 2 Day after New Year's Day Day after New Year's Day
Jan 19 Wellington Anniversary Day Wellington Anniversary Day
Jan 26 Auckland Anniversary Day Auckland/Northland Anniversary Day
Feb 2 Nelson Anniversary Day Nelson Anniversary Day
Feb 6 Waitangi Day Waitangi Day
Mar 9 Taranaki Anniversary Day Taranaki Anniversary Day
Mar 23 Otago Anniversary Day Otago Anniversary Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 7 Southland Anniversary Day Southland Anniversary Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Jun 1 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Jul 10 Matariki Matariki
Sep 28 Canterbury (South) Anniversary Day Dominion Day
Oct 23 Hawke's Bay Anniversary Day Hawke's Bay Anniversary Day
Oct 26 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 2 Marlborough Anniversary Day Marlborough Anniversary Day
Nov 13 Canterbury Anniversary Day Canterbury (North & Central) Anniversary Day
Nov 30 Chatham Islands Anniversary Day Chatham Islands Anniversary Day
Nov 30 Westland Anniversary Day Westland Anniversary Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 Boxing Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Christchurch

What is the population of Christchurch?

Christchurch has a population of 412,000 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 3,615 people per square mile, spread across 114.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Christchurch expensive to live in?

The median household income is $28,320, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $223,600 (21% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,118 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Christchurch?

Christchurch has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 283 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.2 inches, with 1.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Christchurch?

Christchurch has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $545. There are 550 business establishments in the area, including 245 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Christchurch?

The median home value in Christchurch is $223,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,118. The homeownership rate is 57.1%.

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