Irwell is a small community in Canterbury with a population of 1,347 and a median age of 45. Median personal income is $45K per year. The main ethnic groups are European, Māori, Asian.
Median weekly rent in Irwell is $600 (600 houses, 0 units). This represents approximately 69% of median weekly personal income.
Livability indicators for Irwell: NZDep decile 5 (moderate deprivation).
In 2026, Irwell recorded 2 building approvals (2 houses, 0 units), down 86.7% year-on-year.
Irwell is a small community in Canterbury with a population of 1,347 and a median age of 45. Median personal income is $45K per year. The main ethnic groups are European, Māori, Asian.
Median weekly rent in Irwell is $600 (600 houses, 0 units). This represents approximately 69% of median weekly personal income.
Livability indicators for Irwell: NZDep decile 5 (moderate deprivation).
In 2026, Irwell recorded 2 building approvals (2 houses, 0 units), down 86.7% year-on-year.