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).
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People
Economy
C+Housing
CClimate
| Population | 412,000 |
| Population Density | 3,615 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Coordinates | -43.5333°, 172.6333° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Canterbury |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 34.2 inches (869 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.1 inches (3 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,320 |
| Median Age | 45.4 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.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Christchurch vs New Zealand Average
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
| Unemployment | 4.0% |
| 11% above New Zealand avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 550 |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 245 |
| Healthcare | 54 |
| Retail | 30 |
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
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
| Homeownership | 57.1% |
| Owner-Occupied | 57.1% |
| Renter-Occupied | 42.9% |
| Housing Units | 164,800 |
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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 54.3°F |
| 1% above New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Sunny Days | 283 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Area | 114.0 sq mi (295.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,615/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -43.5333°N, 172.6333°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 |
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").
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 | — | — | — | — |
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
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual 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
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARA Library | 0.0 | |||||
| ARA Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Aranui Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Book Discussion Scheme | 0.0 | |||||
| Central Library - Te Puna Mātauraka o Waitaha | 0.0 | |||||
| Central Library - Te Puna Mātauraka o Waitaha | 0.0 | |||||
| Diamond Harbour Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Engineering and Physical Sciences Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fendalton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Heathcote Valley Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Heathcote Valley Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hornby Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Ivey Hall | 0.0 | |||||
| Lincoln Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Linwood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Linwood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Little River Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lyttelton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Macmillan Brown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Matatiki: Hornby Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| New Brighton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Opawa Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ōrauwhata: Bishopdale Library and Community Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Papanui Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Parklands Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rangiora Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Redcliff Village Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Redwood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Redwood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Saint Martins Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Saint Martins Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Selwyn Huts community library | 0.0 | |||||
| Shirley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Spreydon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tai Tapu Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Toy Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tūranga (Christchurch Central Library) | 0.0 | |||||
| Upper Riccarton Community and School Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Christchurch
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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
Restaurants in Christchurch
133 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Christchurch
80 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Christchurch
3 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Christchurch
5 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Christchurch
7 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Christchurch
9 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Christchurch
7 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Christchurch
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Christchurch
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Christchurch
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Christchurch
6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Christchurch
4 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Christchurch
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Christchurch
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Christchurch
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Christchurch International Airport | CHC | Large Airport |
| Dunsandel | — | Small Airport |
| Fernside Fields Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Forest Field Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Kings (Ladbrooks) | — | Small Airport |
| Rangiora Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Springfield Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Taitapu Ag strip | — | Small Airport |
| West Melton Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Worthy Lodge airstrip (Ladbrooks) | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Christchurch
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Christchurch Box Lobby | |
| NZ Post Cashel Street |
Treatment Centers in Christchurch
16 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| 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).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 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 |
Explore Near Christchurch
Quick Facts
Around Christchurch
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Christchurch
74 places within 15 km
- • Ōhinetahi
- • Rīpapa
- • Te Kai-a-Te-Karoro
- • Te Whakataka
- • Cass Bay
- • Corsair Bay
- • Magazine Bay
- • Matuku-takotako / Sumner Beach
- • New Brighton Beach
- + 5 more
- • Fort Jervois
- • CoCA
- • Flare
- • Fo Guang Yuan Art Gallery
- • REI Gallery
- • The Physics Room
- + 1 more
- • Governors Bay Light
- • Purau Bay Light
- • Carrs Mound
- • Gibraltar Rock
- • Marleys Hill
- • Mount Ada
- • Mount Cavendish
- + 11 more
- • Anti Aircraft Battery (Historic)
- • Battery Observation Post III
- • Battery Observation Post III
- • Battery Observation Post III
- • Erskine Point Battery (Historic)
- + 6 more
- • Bird Hide
- • Brooklands Lagoon
- • Contemplation Point
- • Hang-Gliding
- • Hidden Valley lookout
- + 18 more
- • Living Springs Farm Park
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Get ReportFrequently 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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