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Oxford
City in Canterbury, New Zealand
Overview
Oxford is a charming rural service town set against the scenic backdrop of the Canterbury foothills in New Zealand. Known for its friendly atmosphere, artisanal food scene, and access to outdoor adventures, it's a welcoming destination for both families and explorers.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
New Zealand
Region
Canterbury
Population
2,370
Time Zone
Pacific/Auckland
Coordinates
-43.30°, 172.18°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
90
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
80
Traffic Safety
80
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$2,085
Local Cost
$1,330
Local Income
$2,300
Cashless
65
English
100
Temperature
10.0°C
Summer Avg
15.3°C
Winter Avg
4.8°C
Record High
35.5°C
Record Low
-9.5°C
Humidity
79%
Precipitation
1018 mm
City Vibrancy
5
Coworking
0
Cafes
1
Nightlife
1
Parks
3
Transport
42
Walk Score
42
Footways
84.0
Airport
WML
Distance
26 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 65/100.
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