Woburn, Wellington Map

About Woburn, Wellington

Woburn is a locality in the Wellington Region of New Zealand. It has a population of approximately 1,850. It sits at an elevation of around 2 m above sea level. It lies approximately 13 km north-east of Wellington, the regional capital. Woburn is located at 41.2183°S, 174.9002°E. It observes New Zealand Time (NZST/NZDT). Statistics New Zealand classifies the area as a small urban area.

Woburn rests in a gentle embrace of rolling green hills, a landscape that slopes towards the distant shimmer of Lowry Bay. It lies 1.4 km west of Lower Hutt (from Lower Hutt: bearing 263°T), and is situated 12.9 km north-east of Wellington. The air here carries a faint, persistent whisper of the sea, even though the open coastline lies a good four kilometres away. Native bush, a rich tapestry of greens and browns, clings to the slopes, its edges softened by the cultivated pastures of farmland that spread like a quilt across the lower elevations. The Hutt River, a vital artery of the region, meanders through the broader valley floor, its presence felt in the subtle hum of life that resonates through the land.

The history of Woburn is intertwined with the agricultural heart of the Wellington Region, its economy long anchored by the steady rhythm of dairy farming and sheep husbandry. This land, once shaped by the pioneers, now sustains a modern agricultural output, its produce contributing to the nation's larder. While farming remains a cornerstone, the proximity to the urban centres has also fostered a growing residential character, drawing those who appreciate the serene beauty and accessible landscape. The spirit of Woburn is one of quiet resilience, a community that has evolved with the land, honouring its past while looking towards a sustainable future, its distinctive character found not in grand pronouncements but in the enduring quality of its light at dusk and the unassuming strength of its people.

About This Woburn Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Woburn, Wellington, New Zealand — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: -41.21827, 174.90019. 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 Woburn.

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