- Est. Median Value
- $615K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $400/wk
- Safety Score
- 50/100
- Green Space
- 40%
- Current Weather
- 4.9°C
- Median Age
- 41 yrs
~75 crimes/1k/yr
clear sky
Living in South New Brighton
Is South New Brighton a good place to live?
South New Brighton is home to roughly 3,327 people across 1.4 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, South New Brighton scores 49 out of 100, with a safety score of 50/100 and 40% green space.
Schools: South New Brighton has 25 schools in or near the suburb, spanning early-childhood through to secondary education. See the Schools tab below for the full list.
Housing: The estimated median value is around $615K, and weekly rent typically sits around $400.
Lifestyle: South New Brighton has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 4.9°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether South New Brighton is right for you depends on what you’re looking for. Use the data and community tips below to decide if it suits your lifestyle, family and budget.
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Livability Breakdown
- Safety50
- Amenities22
- Schools70
- Housing Affordability61
- Green space100
- Community22
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $615K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $400/wk
- Median HH Income
- $87K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +2.9%
- Data Year
- 2023
Key Financial Indicators (NZD)
† Est. Median Value is suburb.co.nz's own estimate, modelled from available public data. We aim for accuracy, but where data is limited, estimates may be imprecise.
Nearby Suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which schools are in zone for South New Brighton?
- Children living in South New Brighton are in zone for Christchurch Adventist School, Shirley Boys' High School - Ngā Tama o Ōruapaeroa, Avonside Girls' High School, St Thomas of Canterbury College, Middleton Grange School, Te Puna Wai o Waipapa - Hagley College, Hillview Christian School, Marian College, South New Brighton School, Haeata Community Campus. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in South New Brighton?
- Use the School Zone Checker on this page. Enter your address to check your school zone and see which schools you have a guaranteed right to enrol at.
- What is the postcode for South New Brighton?
- The postcode for South New Brighton is 8062.
- What is the population of South New Brighton?
- South New Brighton has 3,327 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in South New Brighton?
- The estimated median property value in South New Brighton is $615K. Median weekly rent is $400/week.
- Where is South New Brighton?
- South New Brighton is in Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand.
- Is South New Brighton a good place to live?
- South New Brighton scores 49/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in South New Brighton
Schools in zone for South New Brighton
Children living in South New Brighton have a guaranteed right to enrol at these schools, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Christchurch Adventist School
Composite · roll 285 · decile 6
Shirley Boys' High School - Ngā Tama o Ōruapaeroa
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 1333 · decile 5
Avonside Girls' High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 1107 · decile 5
St Thomas of Canterbury College
Secondary (Year 7-15) · roll 708 · decile 8
Middleton Grange School
Composite · roll 1387 · decile 9
Te Puna Wai o Waipapa - Hagley College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 2123 · decile 3
Hillview Christian School
Composite · roll 545 · decile 7
Marian College
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 436 · decile 9
South New Brighton School
Full Primary · roll 370 · decile 4
Haeata Community Campus
Composite · roll 586 · decile 2
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in South New Brighton. School enrolment zones (home zones) decide which schools your child has a guaranteed right to enrol at.
Address matching is approximate and based on OpenStreetMap geocoding — confirm an exact result near a zone boundary directly with the school.
Other nearby schools
Schools close to South New Brighton that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Nova Montessori School
Full Primary · roll 41 · decile 9 · 2.3 km away
Te Raekura Redcliffs School
Full Primary · roll 246 · decile 10 · 2.8 km away
New Brighton Catholic School (Chch)
Full Primary · roll 194 · decile 6 · 2.9 km away
St James School (Aranui)
Contributing · roll 95 · decile 2 · 3.1 km away
Te Ahuwai Bromley School
Contributing · roll 356 · decile 3 · 3.7 km away
Mt Pleasant School
Full Primary · roll 372 · decile 10 · 3.7 km away
Tamariki School
Full Primary · roll 48 · decile 4 · 3.9 km away
Rāwhiti School
Full Primary · roll 518 · decile 3 · 4.1 km away
Chisnallwood Intermediate
Intermediate · roll 418 · decile 5 · 4.2 km away
St Anne's School (Woolston)
Full Primary · roll 176 · decile 3 · 4.3 km away
Ngutuawa School
Full Primary · roll 133 · decile 3 · 4.4 km away
Te Huarahi Linwood Avenue School
Contributing · roll 328 · decile 2 · 4.6 km away
Whītau School
Contributing · roll 285 · decile 2 · 4.6 km away
Te Pā o Rākaihautū
Composite · roll 209 · decile 2 · 4.8 km away
Kimihia Parents' College
Teen Parent Unit · decile 1 · 5.0 km away
Rubbish & Recycling
- Rubbish collection
- Wednesday (weekly)
- Recycling & organics
- Wednesday (fortnightly, Week 1)
- Next recycling
- 12 August
Rubbish bin
Non-recyclable general waste. Put out every Wednesday.
Recycling bin
Paper, cardboard, glass bottles & jars, metal cans, rigid plastic containers. Put out every second Wednesday.
Food scraps bin
All food scraps and garden organics. Collected every second Wednesday alongside recycling.
Collection data sourced from Christchurch City Council.
Explore South New Brighton
Things to do(4)
Te Karoro Karoro Reserve
Studio Gym Christchurch
South New Brighton Domain
South New Brighton Tennis Club
Parks & green spaces(2)
Te Karoro Karoro Reserve
South New Brighton Domain
Healthcare
Pharmacies and clinics for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Tradies & Services in South New Brighton
Tradies & services(1)
Strahl Building
Shops in South New Brighton
Shops(2)
Beachside Nursery
Gypset Studio
Beauty & Fitness in South New Brighton
Beauty & fitness(5)
Hair and Sea Salon
South New Brighton Tennis Club
Studio Gym Christchurch
The Perfect Ten - Nail Lounge
Urban Braids Aotearoa
Professional Services in South New Brighton
Professional services(1)
Sharee Richings Ceremonies
Stay in South New Brighton
Places to stay(1)
S Brighton Holiday Park
South New Brighton Weather
Current conditions: 4.9°C, clear sky
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 21.39 | 14 | 1.3 | 11.95 |
| ☀️ Feb | 21.52 | 13.52 | 1.92 | 10.37 |
| 🍂 Mar | 18.71 | 10.57 | 1.93 | 9.15 |
| 🍂 Apr | 16.83 | 9.63 | 1.54 | 8.34 |
| 🍂 May | 13.92 | 6.41 | 1.55 | 6.12 |
| ❄️ Jun | 12 | 6.42 | 1.82 | 5.44 |
| ❄️ Jul | 11.07 | 4.3 | 2.58 | 6.19 |
| ❄️ Aug | 11.82 | 4.02 | 1.48 | 7.68 |
| 🌸 Sep | 14.75 | 6.16 | 2.11 | 8.9 |
| 🌸 Oct | 16.44 | 7.55 | 1.94 | 10.44 |
| 🌸 Nov | 17.63 | 9.82 | 1.5 | 11.5 |
| ☀️ Dec | 20.71 | 12.56 | 1.85 | 10.94 |
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