A lifestyle upgrade starts here.
Lincoln is where opportunity meets balance. Home to Lincoln University, thriving businesses, innovative research organisations and a growing professional community, it offers all the benefits of a dynamic and connected town, without the pace and pressure of city life.
Just 20 minutes from Christchurch, Lincoln gives you more of what matters. More time with family. More space to grow. More opportunities to get outdoors, connect with your community, and enjoy the lifestyle you've been working towards.
Tree-lined streets, local cafés, bars, parks, walking and cycling trails, quality schools, and a vibrant village centre create a place where everyday life feels easier. Whether you're building a career, raising a family, or looking for a better balance between work and life, Lincoln offers the best of both worlds.
It 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.
Weekends are spent exploring nearby trails, enjoying local markets, catching up with friends over coffee, or heading to the mountains, lakes and coast that are all within easy reach.
For those seeking a lifestyle promotion, Lincoln delivers. More opportunity. Less stress. More connection. More time for the things that matter most.
The university's high-rise towers and historic red brick Ivey Hall are surrounded by some of the most fertile land in Canterbury, while the village itself is home to the enduring charm of Liffey Cottage and the rustic peace of Liffey Stream, Lincoln Wetlands and a large number of parks and reserves. It is also home to popular community events such as the annual Selwyn Sounds music festival and CultureFest.
Like many towns and townships in Eastern Selwyn around Christchurch City, Lincoln is growing rapidly and new developments are happening to keep the village charm while preparing the town for the future, including the Council's Lincoln Town Centre upgrade .
Waikirikiri Selwyn has always been a place of opportunity and abundance. Our story is shaped by generations – beginning with takata whenua, who have walked this land for centuries, gathering food, knowledge, and connection from the rivers, plains, mountains, and coast.
Today, that same pioneering spirit drives us forward. Innovation, optimism, and a strong sense of community fuel our growth. The future isn’t something we wait for – it’s something we create together.
Selwyn is one of New Zealand’s fastest growing districts. More than 87,000 people now call it home, drawn by its opportunities, lifestyle, natural environment, and strong sense of connection.
In Selwyn, you don't have to choose between opportunity and lifestyle.
You can have both.