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Sumner, New Zealand
Canterbury · New Zealand
Sumner is a small town in Canterbury, New Zealand with a population of 3,519. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).
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About Sumner
Sumner is a coastal seaside suburb of Christchurch, New Zealand, and was surveyed and named in 1849 in honour of John Bird Sumner, the newly appointed Archbishop of Canterbury and president of the Canterbury Association. Originally a separate borough, it was later amalgamated with the city of Christchurch as communications improved and the economies of scale made small-town boroughs uneconomic to operate.
People
Economy
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CClimate
| Population | 3,519 |
| Population Density | 1,235 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Coordinates | -43.5683°, 172.7601° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Canterbury |
| Average Temperature | 53°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 44°F (6°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 34.8 inches (883 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $30,300 |
| Median Age | 46.8 years |
About Sumner
Sumner is a small town in New Zealand (Canterbury) with a population of 3,519. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 44°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.8 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Sumner vs New Zealand Average
Income: Sumner vs New Zealand
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Income
| Median HH Income | $30,300 |
| 60% below New Zealand avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $30,300 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $583 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.4% |
| 33% below New Zealand avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 324 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $249,600 |
| 11% below New Zealand avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,248 |
| 7% above New Zealand avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 76.6% |
| Owner-Occupied | 76.6% |
| Renter-Occupied | 23.4% |
| Housing Units | 1,408 |
Property Tax
Climate in Sumner
Sumner 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 | 52.7°F |
| 2% below New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 44°F (6°C) |
| Sunny Days | 273 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Area | 2.9 sq mi (7.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,235/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -43.5683°N, 172.7601°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 | 96 km |
| 1895 | PIEGON BAY | Meteorological | 5.0 m | — | 17 km |
| 1881 | PIGEON BAY (BANKS PENINSULA) | Earthquake | 3.0 m | — | 18 km |
| 1856 | S CANTERBURY PROVINCE, SOUTH ISLAND | Unknown | 1.0 m | — | 78 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 | 62°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 | |
| July | 44°F (6°C) | 3.9 in | Coldest |
| 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 |
Sumner has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 44°F in July to 62°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 Sumner
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sumner School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Sumner
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 Sumner
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Force Museum | ||||
| Akaroa 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 | ||||
| Quake City | ||||
| Rutherford's Den | ||||
| Te Ūaka The Lyttelton Museum | ||||
| Teece Museum of Classical Antiquities | ||||
| The Central Art Gallery | ||||
| The Whare | ||||
| Thornycroft Torpedo Boat Museum |
Libraries in Sumner
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Akaroa library | 0.0 | |||||
| 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 | |||||
| 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 | |||||
| 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 | |||||
| Tūranga (Christchurch Central Library) | 0.0 | |||||
| Upper Riccarton Community and School Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sumner
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Akaroa Farmers Market | |||||
| Christchurch Farmers' Market | |||||
| Christchurch Night Market — Ferrymead | |||||
| Lyttleton Farmers Market | |||||
| Riccarton Rotary Market | |||||
| Riverside Market | |||||
| Small farmers market | |||||
| South Christchurch Farmers' Market | |||||
| The Provedore |
Restaurants in Sumner
8 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Sumner
7 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Sumner
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Sumner
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Sumner
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 Sumner
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 Sumner
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St Paul's Union Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in New Zealand
23 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Sumner
What is the population of Sumner?
Sumner has a population of 3,519 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 1,235 people per square mile, spread across 2.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Sumner expensive to live in?
The median household income is $30,300, 60% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $249,600 (11% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,248 per month. 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 Sumner?
Sumner has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.8 inches.
How is the job market in Sumner?
The job market in Sumner is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $583. There are 324 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Sumner?
The median home value in Sumner is $249,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,248. The homeownership rate is 76.6%.