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South New Brighton, New Zealand
Canterbury · New Zealand
South New Brighton is a small town in Canterbury, New Zealand with a population of 3,234. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About South New Brighton
South New Brighton is a coastal suburb on the eastern side of Christchurch city. The area previously had some Māori presence. The suburb also contains a primary school.
People
Economy
C+Housing
CClimate
| Population | 3,234 |
| Population Density | 2,994 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Coordinates | -43.5183°, 172.7301° |
| 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 | $25,440 |
| Median Age | 41.2 years |
About South New Brighton
South New Brighton is a small town in New Zealand (Canterbury) with a population of 3,234. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet (4 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
South New Brighton vs New Zealand Average
Income: South New Brighton vs New Zealand
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Income
| Median HH Income | $25,440 |
| 66% below New Zealand avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $25,440 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $489 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.2% |
| 17% above New Zealand avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 298 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $208,000 |
| 26% below New Zealand avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,040 |
| 11% below New Zealand avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 76.7% |
| Owner-Occupied | 76.7% |
| Renter-Occupied | 23.3% |
| Housing Units | 1,294 |
Property Tax
Climate in South New Brighton
South New Brighton 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 | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,994/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -43.5183°N, 172.7301°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 | 91 km |
| 1895 | PIEGON BAY | Meteorological | 5.0 m | — | 23 km |
| 1881 | PIGEON BAY (BANKS PENINSULA) | Earthquake | 3.0 m | — | 24 km |
| 1856 | S CANTERBURY PROVINCE, SOUTH ISLAND | Unknown | 1.0 m | — | 79 km |
| 1922 | SE. NEW ZEALAND | Earthquake | 0.4 m | — | 62 km |
| 1978 | OFF EAST COAST OF SOUTH ISLAND | Meteorological | — | — | 53 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| February | 61°F (16°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 2.7 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 3.6 in | |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 44°F (7°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| July | 45°F (7°C) | 3.9 in | |
| August | 45°F (7°C) | 4.2 in | Wettest |
| September | 49°F (9°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 2.2 in |
South New Brighton has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 44°F in June to 63°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 34.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.2") and February the driest (2.1").
Schools in South New Brighton
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South New Brighton School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near South New Brighton
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 South New Brighton
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Force Museum | ||||
| Canterbury Museum Pop-Up | ||||
| 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 South New Brighton
| 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 | |||||
| Lincoln Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Linwood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Linwood 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 | |||||
| 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 South New Brighton
| 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 |
Cafes in South New Brighton
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in South New Brighton
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in South New Brighton
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near South New Brighton
9 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 |
| Taitapu Ag strip | — | Small Airport |
| West Melton Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Worthy Lodge airstrip (Ladbrooks) | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in South New Brighton
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 |
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What is the population of South New Brighton?
South New Brighton has a population of 3,234 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 2,994 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is South New Brighton expensive to live in?
The median household income is $25,440, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $208,000 (26% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,040 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in South New Brighton?
South New Brighton 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 South New Brighton?
South New Brighton has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $489. There are 298 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in South New Brighton?
The median home value in South New Brighton is $208,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,040. The homeownership rate is 76.7%.