Mount Albert, Auckland Map

About Mount Albert, Auckland

Mount Albert is a locality in the Auckland Region of New Zealand. It sits at an elevation of around 37 m above sea level. It lies approximately 5 km south-west of Auckland, the regional capital. Mount Albert is located at 36.8782°S, 174.7202°E. It observes New Zealand Time (NZST/NZDT).

Mount Albert rises with a gentle prominence, its slopes softened by time and habitation, a verdant mound against the broader Auckland sky. It lies 1.9 km east-north-east of Avondale (from Avondale: bearing 72°T), and is situated 5.1 km south-west of Auckland. The land here rolls, a tapestry of manicured lawns and mature trees, hinting at the proximity of the sea, though the actual coastline lies some kilometres distant, a whisper of salt carried on the prevailing breeze. To the north, the subtle curve of Coxs Bay can be sensed, a reminder of the water's constant ebb and flow, while the more immediate landscape is punctuated by the tranquil expanse of Western Springs, a popular haven for local waterfowl. The air, particularly in the early morning, carries a damp coolness, a subtle scent of earth and growing things, a prelude to the brighter, more energetic hum of the day.

Historically, Mount Albert has been a place of settlement and growth, its fertile ground attracting early farmers and later, a burgeoning suburban population. The local economy, while now largely driven by the service sector and residential development, still bears the imprint of its agricultural past, a memory of orchards and market gardens that once carpeted these hills. The presence of Eden Park, a renowned sporting arena, speaks to the region's broader cultural life and its passion for organised sport, drawing crowds from across the city. The characteristic architecture of Mount Albert, a blend of bungalows and more modern dwellings, reflects its evolution as a desirable residential centre, a place where families have put down roots, drawn by its accessibility and the quiet charm of its tree-lined streets.

About This Mount Albert Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Mount Albert, Auckland, New Zealand — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: -36.8782, 174.72019. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time New Zealand and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorial description provides background on Mount Albert.

Mount Albert sits within the Auckland Region. Location data is drawn from the GeoNames geographical database and verified by coordinates, ensuring the correct Mount Albert is identified even where the name is shared across multiple New Zealand localities.