Shirley East is a small suburb in Canterbury with a population of 2,598 and a median age of 48. Median personal income is $34K per year. The main ethnic groups are European, Māori, Asian.
Median weekly rent in Shirley East is $499 (499 houses, 0 units). This represents approximately 76% of median weekly personal income.
Livability indicators for Shirley East: NZDep decile 5 (moderate deprivation).
In 2026, Shirley East recorded 0 building approvals (0 houses, 0 units), down 100% year-on-year.
Shirley East is a small suburb in Canterbury with a population of 2,598 and a median age of 48. Median personal income is $34K per year. The main ethnic groups are European, Māori, Asian.
Median weekly rent in Shirley East is $499 (499 houses, 0 units). This represents approximately 76% of median weekly personal income.
Livability indicators for Shirley East: NZDep decile 5 (moderate deprivation).
In 2026, Shirley East recorded 0 building approvals (0 houses, 0 units), down 100% year-on-year.