The Northern Suburbs of Wellington, the capital city of New Zealand, can be loosely defined as the Suburbs from Chartwell in the South to Churton Park at the Northern end. The ridgeline that runs to the West of the area with Mt Kau Kau at its highest point is a major defining landmark. Within the Northern Suburbs there are pockets of housing each with a distinct character, amenities and house values.
Crofton Downs
Officially part of ‘greater Ngaio’, Crofton Downs has grown dramatically as Wellington has spread into the farmlands of the western hills. Chartwell is part of this suburb and offers value fro money housing. Find out more about Crofton Downs and the businesses in the area
Ngaio
Ngaio is situated on the slopes of Mt. Kaukau 3.5kms north of the city’s CBD. Ngaio takes its name from a New Zealand native tree, the Ngaio.Find out more about the history of Ngaio, the amenities it offers, and the businesses that operate in the area
Khandallah
The suburb’s name, which means “Resting place of God”, comes from a homestead built in the area in 1884 by Captain James Andrew, who had recently returned from duty in India. For this reason the suburb and those surrounding it have many place names connected with the Continent. Find out more about the history of Khandallah and local businesses and amenities
Broadmeadows
Broadmeadows was developed on a steep South and East facing hillside under Mt KauKau in the 1970’s with housing on the higher slopes and Northern reaches being largely completed in the last few years. Learn more about Broadmeadows
Johnsonville
Johnsonville is one of Wellington’s most historic suburbs, only 10 minutes from Wellington’s CBD. Johnsonville Shopping Centre is the commercial hub of the Northern Suburbs. Johnsonville has a good infrastructure and is self-sufficient; it has its own shopping mall, two supermarkets, a library and a good number of other retail outlets. Find out more about the history, businesses, and amenities of Jville
Newlands
Newlands lies approximately 8km north of the city centre and to the east of its nearest neighbour, Johnsonville. Despite reasonable proximity to shops, public transport, good schools and some new high-value housing subdivisions it has one of the lowest average house valuations in Wellington. Find out more about Newlands and what it offers
Churton Park
Churton Park is a popular executive commuter suburb. It is fast growing and has been very popular with new immigrants to Wellington who want newer value housing. Read more
Paparangi
Built in the 1960’s by Beazley Homes this subdivision is very popular because of its sunny aspect, solid well built homes, and value for money. Paparangi has a wonderful microclimate with more sunshine and less wind than many of its immediate neighbours. Find out more about Paparangi and what it offers
Grenada Village
The Northern most suburb in the Northern Suburbs. Grenada Village was developed in the 1980’s and features expansive West facing views. Learn about Grenada Village
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