Redwood, Canterbury Map

About Redwood, Canterbury

Redwood is a locality in the Canterbury Region of New Zealand. It has a population of approximately 8,500. It sits at an elevation of around 15 m above sea level. It lies approximately 8 km north-northwest of Christchurch, the regional capital. Redwood is located at 43.4683°S, 172.6101°E. It observes New Zealand Time (NZST/NZDT). Statistics New Zealand classifies the area as a medium urban area.

Redwood enjoys a tranquil setting inland, a place where the land unfolds with a gentle, unassuming grace. It lies 7.5 km north-north-west of Christchurch (from Christchurch: bearing 345°T), and is situated 10.3 km south-south-west of Kaiapoi. The landscape around Redwood is characterised by the broad Canterbury Plains, stretching towards horizons that often hold the distant promise of the Bald Hills. Close by, the Styx River meanders, a ribbon of water reflecting the wide New Zealand sky, and the verdant Burwood Plantation offers a nearby sanctuary of trees. The air here carries the clean scent of farmland and, on still days, a hint of the damp earth from the nearby Styx River. This is a region where the land itself feels like a quiet, constant presence, shaping the lives lived upon it.

The history of Redwood is intertwined with the agricultural development of the Canterbury Region, a story of cultivation and settlement that has shaped the local economy. Early endeavours focused on harnessing the fertile plains for farming, with dairy and sheep farming forming the backbone of industry for many years. More recently, the area has seen a diversification, with horticulture and light industries contributing to its economic vitality. The proximity to Albert Lake, though some distance away, has also influenced the character of the surrounding landscape, shaping patterns of settlement and land use. The quiet diligence of these industries forms the underlying rhythm of life in Redwood.

Redwood possesses a distinct cultural character, one that values community and a connection to the land. While not a hub of major sporting events, the spirit of provincial sport can be felt, with local clubs and rivalries fostering a sense of camaraderie. The Waimairi Walkway provides a popular local attraction for recreation and quiet contemplation, offering a chance to experience the natural beauty of the area. Though no genuinely world-famous individuals hail directly from Redwood, its residents contribute to the broader tapestry of New Zealand life through their everyday endeavours. The cultural heart of Redwood beats with a steady, grounded pulse, reflecting the enduring spirit of its people.

About This Redwood Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Redwood, Canterbury, New Zealand at coordinates -43.46833, 172.61013. Use the Map and Satellite buttons to switch views, the plus and minus buttons to zoom, and Fullscreen to fill the screen.

Search Maps opens a second, independent map with four things the embedded map cannot do. It searches OpenStreetMap for any New Zealand town, suburb or landmark by name. It offers LINZ topographic maps as a base layer — the official Topo250 and Topo50 sheets, switching scale automatically as you zoom, and the standard reference for tramping, hunting and back-country travel. It offers LINZ aerial imagery down to 5cm resolution in urban areas. And it can take a single GPS fix from your device and report your position as both an NZTM2000 grid reference and plain latitude and longitude — the grid reference being what New Zealand search and rescue services work from. Map tiles require mobile coverage, but a GPS position does not, so the coordinates remain correct even where the map itself cannot load.

My Location & Navigate starts the vector-tile navigator: live turn-by-turn driving directions from your current position to any destination, with spoken guidance, lane hints and automatic re-routing.

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 Redwood.

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