Wakefield, Tasman Map

About Wakefield, Tasman

Wakefield is a locality in the Tasman Region of New Zealand. It has a population of approximately 2,680. It sits at an elevation of around 59 m above sea level. It lies approximately 13 km west-southwest of Richmond, the regional capital. Wakefield is located at 41.4000°S, 173.0500°E. It observes New Zealand Time (NZST/NZDT). Statistics New Zealand classifies the area as a small urban area.

Wakefield rests in a broad, fertile valley, where the land gently unfurls towards the distant, hazy outlines of the Gordon Range. It lies 17.9 km west-south-west of Stoke (from Stoke: bearing 239°T), and is situated 13.4 km west-south-west of Richmond. Rolling farmland, a patchwork of verdant greens and sun-bleached golds, stretches as far as the eye can see, punctuated by stands of native bush, notably the dense, sheltering presence of Baigents Bush to the north. The air here carries a clean, earthy scent, a subtle perfume of sun-warmed soil and growing things, particularly potent after a soft rain. The Wai-iti River, a constant, murmuring presence, carves its path through the landscape, its clear waters reflecting the broad, often cerulean sky.

The history of Wakefield is intrinsically tied to the agricultural bounty of this region, a legacy shaped by early settlers who recognised the land's potential for dairy farming and horticulture. For generations, the rhythm of life in Wakefield has been dictated by the seasons and the demands of the land, fostering a quiet resilience and a strong sense of local identity. While the surrounding landscape hints at the grandeur of the Tasman wilderness, Wakefield itself maintains a more intimate scale, its small businesses and community centres forming the heart of a place where neighbours know each other by name. It is a place where the past is not a relic, but a living foundation, influencing the quiet hum of daily life and the enduring spirit of its inhabitants.

About This Wakefield Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Wakefield, Tasman, New Zealand — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: -41.4, 173.05. 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 Wakefield.

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