Broomfield Suburb Guide
A quiet western suburb between Hornby and the airport
Ward: Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood
Broomfield is a small residential suburb in west Christchurch, situated between the Hornby industrial area and Christchurch Airport. It has a quiet, low-density character, with older housing on generous sections and a semi-rural feel that distinguishes it from more urban neighbourhoods. The flat terrain and wide streets are typical of this part of west Christchurch.
The suburb is close to Hornby's shopping and employment precincts, and the airport is easily accessible. Broomfield Park and the surrounding reserve land provide green space for residents. The suburb has seen little new development and retains an established character.
Property values in Broomfield are modest, reflecting the suburb's relatively basic amenity and industrial surroundings. It suits buyers looking for affordable, low-density residential living in west Christchurch with good access to employment along the industrial corridors.
Key Features
- Low-density, quiet residential character
- Close to Hornby shopping and employment
- Convenient airport access
- Affordable west Christchurch pricing
- Broomfield Park green space
Nearby Suburbs
Schools in Broomfield (15)
There are 15 schools in Broomfield, Christchurch.
| School | Type | EQI | Roll | Authority | Zone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mairehau High School | Secondary (Y9-15) | 510 | 421 | State | Zoned |
| Shirley Boys' High School - Ngā Tama o Ōruapaeroa | Secondary (Y9-15) | 464 | 1,342 | State | Zoned |
| Akaroa Area School | Composite (Y1-15) | 455 | 126 | State | Open |
| The Cathedral Grammar School | Primary (Y1-8) | N/A | 237 | Private | Private |
| Lyttelton Primary School | Primary (Y1-8) | 424 | 120 | State | Zoned |
| Diamond Harbour School | Primary (Y1-8) | 412 | 109 | State | Open |
| Duvauchelle School | Primary (Y1-6) | 420 | 25 | State | Zoned |
| Te Kura o Ōhinetahi - Governors Bay | Primary (Y1-8) | 386 | 91 | State | Zoned |
| Little River School | Primary (Y1-8) | 423 | 35 | State | Open |
| Mairehau Primary School | Primary (Y1-8) | 466 | 360 | State | Zoned |
| Okains Bay School | Primary (Y1-8) | 545 | 8 | State | Open |
| St Mary's School (Christchurch) | Primary (Y1-8) | 397 | 117 | State Integrated | Open |
| St Teresa's School (Riccarton) | Primary (Y1-8) | 398 | 160 | State Integrated | Zoned |
| Waimairi School | Primary (Y1-6) | 418 | 306 | State | Zoned |
| Yaldhurst School – Tōtara Tūkaha | Primary (Y1-8) | 432 | 124 | State | Zoned |