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Westport
City in West Coast, New Zealand
Overview
Westport is a charming small town on New Zealand's wild West Coast, set between the rugged Tasman Sea and lush temperate rainforest. Known for its mining history, natural beauty, and friendly vibe, Westport is a base for outdoor adventure and a gateway to exploring untamed wilderness.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
New Zealand
Region
West Coast
Population
4,380
Time Zone
Pacific/Auckland
Coordinates
-41.75°, 171.60°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
85
Female Safety
82
LGBTQ+ Safety
75
Traffic Safety
88
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$1,965
Local Cost
$1,310
Local Income
$2,000
Cashless
80
English
97
Temperature
9.6°C
Summer Avg
13.5°C
Winter Avg
5.7°C
Record High
25.3°C
Record Low
-5.1°C
Humidity
88%
Precipitation
1761 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
100
Walk Score
100
Footways
928.0
Airport
WSZ
Distance
3 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 2025-12-07.
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 70/100.
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