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Templeton, New Zealand
Canterbury · New Zealand
Templeton is a small town in Canterbury, New Zealand with a population of 1,840. Elevation: 144 ft (44 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Templeton
Templeton is a small town on the outskirts of Christchurch. Lying along State Highway 1. Templeton has been the centre of harness racing in Canterbury.
People
Economy
BHousing
CClimate
| Population | 1,840 |
| Population Density | 197 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 144 ft (44 m) |
| Coordinates | -43.5500°, 172.4667° |
| 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 | $28,500 |
| Median Age | 40.0 years |
About Templeton
Templeton is a small town in New Zealand (Canterbury) with a population of 1,840. The city sits at an elevation of 144 feet (44 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
Templeton vs New Zealand Average
Income: Templeton vs New Zealand
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Income
| Median HH Income | $28,500 |
| 62% below New Zealand avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $28,500 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $548 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.7% |
| 53% below New Zealand avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 169 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $221,000 |
| 22% below New Zealand avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,105 |
| 5% below New Zealand avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 83.1% |
| Owner-Occupied | 83.1% |
| Renter-Occupied | 16.9% |
| Housing Units | 736 |
Property Tax
Climate in Templeton
Templeton has an average annual temperature of 11.7°C (53°F). The hottest month is Feb (16.3°C), the coldest is Jul (7°C). Average annual precipitation is 711 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 | 144 ft (44 m) |
| Area | 9.3 sq mi (24.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 197/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -43.5500°N, 172.4667°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 | 102 km |
| 1895 | PIEGON BAY | Meteorological | 5.0 m | - | 38 km |
| 1881 | PIGEON BAY (BANKS PENINSULA) | Earthquake | 3.0 m | - | 38 km |
| 1856 | S CANTERBURY PROVINCE, SOUTH ISLAND | Unknown | 1.0 m | - | 63 km |
| 1922 | SE. NEW ZEALAND | Earthquake | 0.4 m | - | 75 km |
| 1978 | OFF EAST COAST OF SOUTH ISLAND | Meteorological | - | - | 66 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| February | 62°F (17°C) | 2.0 in | |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 44°F (6°C) | 2.0 in | Coldest |
| July | 45°F (7°C) | 2.6 in | |
| August | 45°F (7°C) | 2.7 in | Wettest |
| September | 49°F (10°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 60°F (16°C) | 2.0 in |
Templeton has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 44°F in June to 63°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 26.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.7") and September the driest (1.9").
Schools in Templeton
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Templeton School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Templeton
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 Templeton
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Force Museum | ||||
| Canterbury Museum Pop-Up | ||||
| Mike Pero's Motorcycle Gallery | ||||
| Ngaio Marsh House | ||||
| Our City O-Tautahi | ||||
| Pioneer Hall | ||||
| Quake City | ||||
| Rangiora Museum | ||||
| Rutherford's Den | ||||
| Steam Scene Museum | ||||
| Teece Museum of Classical Antiquities | ||||
| The Central Art Gallery | ||||
| The Whare | ||||
| Thornycroft Torpedo Boat Museum | ||||
| Yaldhurst Museum |
Libraries in Templeton
| 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 | |||||
| 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 | |||||
| Leeston Selwyn District Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lincoln Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Linwood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Linwood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Macmillan Brown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Matatiki: Hornby Centre | 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 | |||||
| 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 | |||||
| Te Ara Atea | 0.0 | |||||
| Te Ara Atea (Rolleston Library) | 0.0 | |||||
| Toy Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tūranga (Christchurch Central Library) | 0.0 | |||||
| Upper Riccarton Community and School Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Templeton
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christchurch Farmers' Market | |||||
| Christchurch Night Market — Ferrymead | |||||
| Lincoln Saturday Market | |||||
| Rangiora Produce Market Ltd | |||||
| Riccarton Rotary Market | |||||
| Riverside Market | |||||
| Small farmers market | |||||
| South Christchurch Farmers' Market | |||||
| The Provedore |
Cafes in Templeton
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Templeton
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Templeton
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Christchurch International Airport | CHC | Large Airport |
| Ashburton Airport | ASG | Small 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 |
Treatment Centers in Templeton
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 Templeton
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St Saviour's Anglican Church - Templeton |
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What is the population of Templeton?
Templeton has a population of 1,840 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 197 people per square mile, spread across 9.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.0 years.
Is Templeton expensive to live in?
The median household income is $28,500, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $221,000 (22% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,105 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Templeton?
Templeton 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 Templeton?
The job market in Templeton is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $548. There are 169 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Templeton?
The median home value in Templeton is $221,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,105. The homeownership rate is 83.1%.