Wigram

Wigram
The former Wigram Aerodrome, which has since been converted into the Wigram Skies development
The former Wigram Aerodrome, which has since been converted into the Wigram Skies development
Coordinates: 43°33′12″S 172°33′30″E / 43.5533°S 172.5584°E / -43.5533; 172.5584
CountryNew Zealand
CityChristchurch
Local authorityChristchurch City Council
Electoral ward
  • Halswell
  • Hornby
Community boardWaipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton
Established1923
Area
 • Land444 ha (1,097 acres)
Population
 (June 2023)
 • Total10,830
Airport(s)Wigram Aerodrome (former)

Wigram

Wigram is a suburb in southwest Christchurch and lies next to suburbs Hornby, Sockburn and Aidanfield. It was named after Sir Henry Wigram mayor of Christchurch 1902 to 1923. It was once an airfield.

References

  1. ↑ "Wards, Councillors and Community Boards map". ccc.govt.nz. Christchurch City Council. Retrieved 14 August 2020.
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  3. ↑ "Population estimate tables - NZ.Stat". Statistics New Zealand. Retrieved 25 October 2023.