West Melton is a small suburb in Canterbury with a population of 2,409 and a median age of 43. Median personal income is $59K per year. The main ethnic groups are European, Māori, Asian.
Livability indicators for West Melton: NZDep decile 1 (low deprivation (affluent)); 1 school with avg EQI 391.
In 2026, West Melton recorded 27 building approvals (23 houses, 4 units), down 53.4% year-on-year.
West Melton is a small suburb in Canterbury with a population of 2,409 and a median age of 43. Median personal income is $59K per year. The main ethnic groups are European, Māori, Asian.
Livability indicators for West Melton: NZDep decile 1 (low deprivation (affluent)); 1 school with avg EQI 391.
In 2026, West Melton recorded 27 building approvals (23 houses, 4 units), down 53.4% year-on-year.