South Canterbury is a region in the southern part of Canterbury, New Zealand, known for its mix of rural landscapes and coastal areas. The region includes the towns of Timaru, Geraldine, and Temuka, with Timaru serving as the main urban center. The area is bordered by the Rangitata River to the north and the Waitaki River to the south, with the Southern Alps forming a dramatic backdrop to the west.
The economy of South Canterbury is largely based on agriculture, with dairy farming, sheep grazing, and crop production playing key roles. The region also features coastal attractions like Caroline Bay and the Opihi River, offering opportunities for outdoor activities. South Canterbury’s location along State Highway 1 makes it a transit point between Christchurch and Dunedin.
On average South Canterbury has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 84 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in South Canterbury is £53,700 per year. There are 8 schools in South Canterbury: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 4 secondary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good).
Based on 98 recent sales, the median property price is £374,500 in South Canterbury area, with individual transactions ranging from £75,000 up to £1,600,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 24 | £581,250 |
| Flats | 35 | £320,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 17 | £358,000 |
| Terraced | 22 | £318,000 |
10 years price trend in South Canterbury
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New Dover Road
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Old Dover Road
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Caledon Terrace
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Norman Road
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Nackington Road
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Bekesbourne Lane
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North Holmes Road
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Longport
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Ivy Lane
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The Hoystings Close
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South Canterbury
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Old Dover Road
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New Dover Road
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Nunnery Fields
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St Gregory's Road
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Longport
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Pretoria Road
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Barton Road
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New Dover Road
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Old Dover Road
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Churchill Road
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Oaten Hill
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Cowdrey Place
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Edgar Road
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Monastery Street
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St Augustine's Road
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New Dover Road
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Old Dover Road
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New Dover Road
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Flagstaff Court
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New Dover Road
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Edward Road
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Rhodaus Close
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New Dover Road
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Old Dover Road
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Lansdown Road
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Ethelbert Road
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Ethelbert Road
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Wells Avenue
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Old Dover Road
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Nackington Road
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Bigglestons Link
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The Gap
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Appledown Way
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South Canterbury
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Old Ruttington Lane
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Dorset Road
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Dorset Road
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Bastien Mews
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Invicta Close
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Ethelbert Road
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The Foreland
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St Lawrence Forstal
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Bekesbourne Lane
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Nackington Road
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New Dover Road
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Russet Road
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Spring Lane
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Milton Close
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Milton Close
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Woolmer Close
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Old Dover Road
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Stanmore Court
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New Dover Road
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Ethelbert Road
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Longport
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Dover Street
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Cowdrey Place
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Lincoln Avenue
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Ivy Lane
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Longport
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North Holmes Road
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Pilgrims Way
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Barton Road
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Flagstaff Court
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Rhodaus Town
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Broad Street
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Rhodaus Close
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Puckle Lane
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Nunnery Road
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Puckle Lane
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Lincoln Avenue
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Nunnery Fields
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Havelock Street
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Rutland Close
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Pilgrims Way
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New Dover Road
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New Dover Road
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New Dover Road
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Monastery Street
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Pilgrims Way
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Cossington Road
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Old Dover Road
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Juniper Close
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Old Dover Road
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Puckle Lane
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Longport
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Pilgrims Road
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South Canterbury
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New Dover Road
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/08/2025.