West Melton, New Zealand
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West Melton in New Zealand
has the largest population in the Selwyn District
of Canterbury, New Zealand due to a high density of farms and lifestyle blocks. It has long been associated with horse racing (trotting), arable land, and sheep farming. Recently, it has become associated with wine growing and deer farming. West Melton Aerodrome
is located in the area.
The usually-resident population has increased from 4,133 in 1996 to 5,613 for the 2006 census. However, due to a lack of nucleation and a dense rural population, the actual population of the town itself is much lower.
New Zealand
New Zealand is an island country in the south-western Pacific Ocean comprising two main landmasses and numerous smaller islands. The country is situated some east of Australia across the Tasman Sea, and roughly south of the Pacific island nations of New Caledonia, Fiji, and Tonga...
has the largest population in the Selwyn District
Selwyn District
The Selwyn District is a predominantly rural area in central Canterbury, on the east coast of New Zealand's South Island. It is named after the Selwyn River, which is in turn named after Bishop George Selwyn, the first Anglican bishop of New Zealand who, in 1843 and 1844, travelled the length of...
of Canterbury, New Zealand due to a high density of farms and lifestyle blocks. It has long been associated with horse racing (trotting), arable land, and sheep farming. Recently, it has become associated with wine growing and deer farming. West Melton Aerodrome
West Melton Aerodrome
West Melton Aerodrome is a small airport located in West Melton, Canterbury, New Zealand. West Melton Aerodrome is located just 6 nautical miles west of Christchurch International Airport. It is owned and operated by the Canterbury Aero Club....
is located in the area.
The usually-resident population has increased from 4,133 in 1996 to 5,613 for the 2006 census. However, due to a lack of nucleation and a dense rural population, the actual population of the town itself is much lower.