Harewood Suburb Guide
A north-west suburb centred on Christchurch Airport and Memorial Park
Ward: Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood
Harewood is a north-west Christchurch suburb best known for Christchurch International Airport and the Christchurch Memorial Park, the city's largest cemetery and crematorium. The suburb has a mixed character -- residential streets of established family homes sit alongside the airport precinct and the large open spaces of the memorial park.
Proximity to the airport makes Harewood appealing for frequent travellers and those working in aviation and related industries. The Memorial Park provides a significant green amenity and is used for peaceful walking. Good schools, including Papanui High School in the wider area, serve Harewood families.
Property values in Harewood are moderate, sitting below the Christchurch average despite the convenient north-west location. The suburb's proximity to the airport is a neutral-to-negative factor for many buyers (noise, flight paths), which keeps prices accessible compared to similar suburbs.
Key Features
- Christchurch International Airport nearby
- Christchurch Memorial Park: major green space
- Established north-west residential character
- Good access to motorway and Belfast Road
- Affordable relative to neighbouring Bryndwr
Property Market (Q4 2025)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Sale Price | $710,000 |
| Year-on-Year Change | +1.3% |
| Median Weekly Rent | $510/wk |
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.7% |
| Revaluation Change | +5.6% |
Demographics (2023 Census)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Population | 5,340 |
| Median Age | 40 |
| Median Income | $76,000 |
| Growth Rate | +1.1% |