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Leeston
City in Canterbury, New Zealand
Overview
Leeston is a small, welcoming town in Canterbury, New Zealand, known for its relaxed rural atmosphere and strong sense of community. The town is a gateway to the serene countryside and is ideal for visitors seeking authentic Kiwi hospitality.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
New Zealand
Region
Canterbury
Population
2,370
Time Zone
Pacific/Auckland
Coordinates
-43.77°, 172.30°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
85
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
75
Traffic Safety
80
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$2,114
Local Cost
$1,268
Local Income
$2,400
Cashless
80
English
100
Temperature
12.3°C
Summer Avg
15.8°C
Winter Avg
8.7°C
Record High
29.3°C
Record Low
3.0°C
Humidity
79%
Precipitation
617 mm
City Vibrancy
7
Coworking
0
Cafes
1
Nightlife
1
Parks
5
Transport
100
Walk Score
100
Footways
236.0
Airport
WML
Distance
33 km
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Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-08.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 60/100.
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