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New Plymouth

City in Taranaki, New Zealand

Overview

New Plymouth is a lively coastal city on New Zealand's North Island, known for its stunning beaches, extensive parks, and the landmark Len Lye Centre. Its creative energy and relaxed pace make it a popular spot for both adventure and leisure travelers.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
New Zealand
Region
Taranaki
Population
57,600
Time Zone
Pacific/Auckland
Coordinates
-39.07°, 174.08°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
85
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
85
Traffic Safety
82
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$2,384
Local Cost
$1,428
Local Income
$2,300
Cashless
92
English
99
Temperature
13.3°C
Summer Avg
16.8°C
Winter Avg
9.8°C
Record High
26.9°C
Record Low
0.7°C
Humidity
85%
Precipitation
1228 mm
City Vibrancy
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
Airport
NPL
Distance
11 km

Frequently Asked Questions

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 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
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 84/100.

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