From lively town centres to peaceful country settlements, Waikirikiri Selwyn is a district full of character and choice. With over 20 towns and smaller rural communities, it’s easy to find a place that feels like home.
Explore the towns below to find the one that fits you.
Prebbleton Village, which has been in existence for over 140 years, is one of the earliest settlements on the Canterbury Plains. The village, which is regularly served by public transport, has extensive sporting and community facilities, is close to Lincoln University and high schools, and has its own primary school and early childhood centres.
Lincoln is a thriving small town, that is an increasingly popular destination for people to live. Close to Christchurch and Rolleston and home to Lincoln University, with its Crown Research Institutes, commercial research facilities and high-performance sports courses, it combines great location with a charming village atmosphere.
Rolleston, where the Midland railway line to the West Coast separates off from the main trunk line!
Rolleston is one of the fastest-growing towns in Aotearoa New Zealand. Due to its rapid development as a satellite town of Christchurch, Rolleston is a vibrant and exciting community - sections here now have a considerably higher value than the £3 per acre for which they were sold in 1850!
West Melton offers the perfect balance of rural charm and modern convenience.
Surrounded by open spaces and just a short drive from Rolleston and Christchurch, this growing township is a popular choice for those looking to enjoy a little more room without feeling far from the action.
Known as the township beneath the famous Nor' West Arch, Darfield is where wide-open skies, rural charm and outdoor adventure come together.
Located between Christchurch and the West Coast, Darfield sits at the gateway to some of Canterbury's most spectacular landscapes.
Small-town charm, strong community connections and Te Waihora on your doorstep. With quality schools, local amenities and plenty of room to grow, Leeston offers a lifestyle with more space, more balance and a welcoming community.
World-famous limestone landscapes, dark skies and endless outdoor adventure make Kura Tāwhiti a place unlike anywhere else. With skiing, hiking, climbing and mountain biking on your doorstep, this alpine community offers a lifestyle where nature shapes every day.
Live where the mountains are your backyard. Surrounded by towering peaks, native forests and walking trails, Arthur's Pass offers a unique alpine lifestyle with adventure, community and some of New Zealand's darkest skies on your doorstep.
Trade the rush for rolling countryside, community spirit and room to breathe. With Christchurch within easy reach and adventure on your doorstep, Hororātā offers the best of rural Canterbury living.
Where the plains meet the mountains. Known as the gateway to the Southern Alps, Springfield offers a relaxed rural lifestyle with skiing, hiking, mountain biking and alpine adventures all within easy reach. It's a place where community, scenery and outdoor living come together.
Country living, city close. Surrounded by rolling farmland and the Port Hills, Tai Tapu combines village charm, strong community spirit and outdoor adventure, with Christchurch and Selwyn's opportunities just minutes away.
Trade the rush for wide-open spaces. With mountain landscapes, outdoor adventure and a welcoming rural community, Sheffield offers a lifestyle where life moves at a pace you can enjoy.