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Christchurch

City in Canterbury, New Zealand

Overview

Christchurch is a city in New Zealand.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction

New Zealand

Region

Canterbury

Population

383,200

Time Zone

Pacific/Auckland

Coordinates

-43.53°, 172.63°

Key Metrics

Safety Score

Female Safety

LGBTQ+ Safety

Traffic Safety

Food Safety

Monthly Cost

$2,790

Local Cost

$1,610

Local Income

$2,720

Cashless

English

100

Temperature

11.6°C

Summer Avg

16.8°C

Winter Avg

6.5°C

Record High

37.3°C

Record Low

-5.4°C

Humidity

78%

Precipitation

845 mm

Internet Speed

206 Mbps

Upload

144 Mbps

Latency

8 ms

City Vibrancy

216

Coworking

Cafes

Nightlife

Parks

Transport

Walk Score

Footways

—

Airport

CHC

Distance

9 km

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Weather & Climate

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Neighborhoods

Partial

Coverage is incomplete — additional neighborhoods are being added as more source data is processed.

Charleston Charleston is a quiet residential area known for its suburban feel and spacious homes. Streets are lined with mature trees and most properties have sizable yards.Upper Strowan Upper Strowan is mainly residential with tree-lined streets and low-density housing. Most amenities are local, and traffic is light except near main roads.Wentworth Park Wentworth Park is a mixed-use area known for its large sporting venue and green space, bordered by residential apartments and light commercial buildings. Public transport options and proximity to Sydney's CBD make it convenient for urban living.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Sources: Ookla | Teleport | OpenStreetMap · Last updated: 2025

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