# The businesses of Christchurch, a directory

7,301 businesses from three lists: OpenStreetMap, which is what mappers have drawn (ODbL); the Christchurch City Council licensed-premises register, which must be current by law; and the Find Christchurch council directory, a ~March 2024 snapshot. A listing is a lead, not proof a business still trades.

## By kind

- [Restaurants](https://www.chch.live/businesses/restaurant), 980
- [Fast food](https://www.chch.live/businesses/fast-food), 770
- [Cafés](https://www.chch.live/businesses/cafe), 611
- [Business](https://www.chch.live/businesses/business), 270
- [Bars & pubs](https://www.chch.live/businesses/bar), 262
- [Clothing](https://www.chch.live/businesses/clothes), 260
- [Bottle stores](https://www.chch.live/businesses/liquor), 201
- [Motels](https://www.chch.live/businesses/motel), 174
- [Attractions](https://www.chch.live/businesses/attraction), 154
- [Dairies & convenience](https://www.chch.live/businesses/dairy), 151
- [Doctors & clinics](https://www.chch.live/businesses/doctor), 138
- [Supermarkets](https://www.chch.live/businesses/supermarket), 135
- [Hairdressers](https://www.chch.live/businesses/hairdresser), 132
- [Clubs](https://www.chch.live/businesses/club), 108
- [Delis](https://www.chch.live/businesses/deli), 97
- [Petrol stations](https://www.chch.live/businesses/fuel), 94
- [Hotels](https://www.chch.live/businesses/hotel), 92
- [Car repair](https://www.chch.live/businesses/car-repair), 83
- [Venues & events](https://www.chch.live/businesses/venue), 80
- [Bakeries](https://www.chch.live/businesses/bakery), 76
- [Pharmacies](https://www.chch.live/businesses/pharmacy), 71
- [B&Bs](https://www.chch.live/businesses/bnb), 68
- [Car dealers](https://www.chch.live/businesses/car-dealer), 67
- [Sports centres](https://www.chch.live/businesses/sports-centre), 63
- [Gyms & fitness](https://www.chch.live/businesses/gym), 62
- [Beauty](https://www.chch.live/businesses/beauty), 62
- [Gift shops](https://www.chch.live/businesses/gift), 52
- [Shoes](https://www.chch.live/businesses/shoes), 50
- [Company](https://www.chch.live/businesses/office-company), 48
- [Galleries](https://www.chch.live/businesses/gallery), 44
- [Dentists](https://www.chch.live/businesses/dentist), 42
- [Hostels](https://www.chch.live/businesses/hostel), 41
- [Wineries](https://www.chch.live/businesses/winery), 39
- [Banks](https://www.chch.live/businesses/bank), 38
- [Bike shops](https://www.chch.live/businesses/bike-shop), 37
- [Op shops](https://www.chch.live/businesses/op-shop), 37
- [Department stores](https://www.chch.live/businesses/department-store), 35
- [Jewellery](https://www.chch.live/businesses/jewellery), 34
- [Markets](https://www.chch.live/businesses/market), 34
- [Real estate](https://www.chch.live/businesses/real-estate), 33
- [Cinemas & theatres](https://www.chch.live/businesses/cinema), 32
- [Furniture](https://www.chch.live/businesses/furniture), 31
- [Malls](https://www.chch.live/businesses/mall), 31
- [Phone shops](https://www.chch.live/businesses/phones), 30
- [ATMs](https://www.chch.live/businesses/atm), 30
- [Bookshops](https://www.chch.live/businesses/bookshop), 30
- [Campgrounds](https://www.chch.live/businesses/campground), 28
- [Butchers](https://www.chch.live/businesses/butcher), 27
- [Vets](https://www.chch.live/businesses/vet), 25
- [Hardware](https://www.chch.live/businesses/hardware), 25
- [Car washes](https://www.chch.live/businesses/car-wash), 23
- [Government](https://www.chch.live/businesses/office-government), 22
- [Outdoor gear](https://www.chch.live/businesses/outdoor-gear), 22
- [Guest houses](https://www.chch.live/businesses/guest-house), 20
- [Golf courses](https://www.chch.live/businesses/golf-course), 19
- [Museums](https://www.chch.live/businesses/museum), 19
- [Florists](https://www.chch.live/businesses/florist), 19
- [Laundromats](https://www.chch.live/businesses/laundromat), 18
- [Houseware](https://www.chch.live/businesses/houseware), 18
- [Physio](https://www.chch.live/businesses/physio), 18
- [Trade](https://www.chch.live/businesses/trade), 18
- [Farm](https://www.chch.live/businesses/farm), 18
- [Fruit & veg](https://www.chch.live/businesses/greengrocer), 18
- [Hospital](https://www.chch.live/businesses/amenity-hospital), 18
- [Sports shops](https://www.chch.live/businesses/sports-shop), 17
- [Travel agents](https://www.chch.live/businesses/travel-agent), 17
- [Lawyers](https://www.chch.live/businesses/lawyer), 17
- [Caterers](https://www.chch.live/businesses/caterer), 17
- [IT & software](https://www.chch.live/businesses/it-services), 16
- [Tyre shops](https://www.chch.live/businesses/tyres), 15
- [Post offices](https://www.chch.live/businesses/post-office), 15
- [Recruitment](https://www.chch.live/businesses/recruitment), 14
- [Research](https://www.chch.live/businesses/office-research), 14
- [Centre](https://www.chch.live/businesses/healthcare-centre), 14
- [Opticians](https://www.chch.live/businesses/optician), 14
- [E Cigarette](https://www.chch.live/businesses/e-cigarette), 14
- [Alternative](https://www.chch.live/businesses/healthcare-alternative), 13
- [Garden centres](https://www.chch.live/businesses/garden-centre), 13
- [Car parts](https://www.chch.live/businesses/car-parts), 13
- [Electronics](https://www.chch.live/businesses/electronics), 13
- [Accountants](https://www.chch.live/businesses/accountant), 12
- [Audiologists](https://www.chch.live/businesses/audiologist), 12
- [Tattoo & piercing](https://www.chch.live/businesses/tattoo), 12
- [Ice cream](https://www.chch.live/businesses/ice-cream), 12
- [Variety Store](https://www.chch.live/businesses/variety-store), 12
- [Electronics Repair](https://www.chch.live/businesses/craft-electronics-repair), 12
- [Seafood](https://www.chch.live/businesses/seafood), 11
- [Pet shops](https://www.chch.live/businesses/pet-shop), 11
- [Massage](https://www.chch.live/businesses/massage), 11
- [Tailors](https://www.chch.live/businesses/tailor), 11
- [Electrical](https://www.chch.live/businesses/electrical), 10
- [Optometrists](https://www.chch.live/businesses/optometrist), 9
- [Storage](https://www.chch.live/businesses/storage), 9
- [Rental](https://www.chch.live/businesses/rental), 8
- [Marketplace](https://www.chch.live/businesses/amenity-marketplace), 8
- [Mini golf](https://www.chch.live/businesses/mini-golf), 8
- [Bed](https://www.chch.live/businesses/bed), 8
- [Cosmetics](https://www.chch.live/businesses/cosmetics), 8
- [Coffee roasters](https://www.chch.live/businesses/coffee-roaster), 8
- [Dry cleaners](https://www.chch.live/businesses/dry-cleaner), 8
- [Financial](https://www.chch.live/businesses/office-financial), 8
- [Architects](https://www.chch.live/businesses/architect), 8
- [Paint](https://www.chch.live/businesses/paint), 8
- [Ngo](https://www.chch.live/businesses/office-ngo), 7
- [Advertising Agency](https://www.chch.live/businesses/office-advertising-agency), 7
- [Childcare](https://www.chch.live/businesses/childcare), 7
- [Arcades](https://www.chch.live/businesses/arcade), 7
- [Printers & copy shops](https://www.chch.live/businesses/printing), 7
- [Food courts](https://www.chch.live/businesses/food-court), 7
- [Fabric](https://www.chch.live/businesses/fabric), 7
- [Toy shops](https://www.chch.live/businesses/toys), 7
- [Wholesale](https://www.chch.live/businesses/wholesale), 7
- [Stationery](https://www.chch.live/businesses/stationery), 7
- [Education & tutoring](https://www.chch.live/businesses/education), 6
- [Chemist](https://www.chch.live/businesses/chemist), 6
- [Pet Grooming](https://www.chch.live/businesses/pet-grooming), 6
- [Computers](https://www.chch.live/businesses/computers), 6
- [Craft](https://www.chch.live/businesses/craft), 6
- [Lighting](https://www.chch.live/businesses/lighting), 6
- [Insurance](https://www.chch.live/businesses/insurance), 5
- [Art](https://www.chch.live/businesses/art), 5
- [Collector](https://www.chch.live/businesses/collector), 5
- [Baby Goods](https://www.chch.live/businesses/baby-goods), 5
- [Carpet](https://www.chch.live/businesses/carpet), 5
- [Musical Instrument](https://www.chch.live/businesses/musical-instrument), 5
- [Kitchen](https://www.chch.live/businesses/kitchen), 5
- [Consulting](https://www.chch.live/businesses/office-consulting), 5
- [Association](https://www.chch.live/businesses/office-association), 5
- [Repair](https://www.chch.live/businesses/repair), 5
- [Funeral directors](https://www.chch.live/businesses/funeral), 4
- [Roofers](https://www.chch.live/businesses/roofer), 4
- [Financial advisors](https://www.chch.live/businesses/financial-advisor), 4
- [Guide](https://www.chch.live/businesses/office-guide), 4
- [Fashion Accessories](https://www.chch.live/businesses/fashion-accessories), 4
- [Groundskeeping](https://www.chch.live/businesses/groundskeeping), 4
- [Caravan](https://www.chch.live/businesses/caravan), 4
- [Engineers](https://www.chch.live/businesses/engineer), 4
- [Diplomatic](https://www.chch.live/businesses/office-diplomatic), 4
- [Sweets & snacks](https://www.chch.live/businesses/sweets), 4
- [Tiles](https://www.chch.live/businesses/tiles), 4
- [Curtain](https://www.chch.live/businesses/curtain), 4
- [Appliance](https://www.chch.live/businesses/appliance), 4
- [Pawnbroker](https://www.chch.live/businesses/pawnbroker), 4
- [Boat](https://www.chch.live/businesses/boat), 4
- [Coworking spaces](https://www.chch.live/businesses/coworking), 4
- [Health Food](https://www.chch.live/businesses/health-food), 4
- [Nutrition Supplements](https://www.chch.live/businesses/nutrition-supplements), 4
- [Photographers](https://www.chch.live/businesses/photographer), 4
- [Party](https://www.chch.live/businesses/party), 4
- [Hairdresser Supply](https://www.chch.live/businesses/hairdresser-supply), 4
- [Grocery](https://www.chch.live/businesses/grocery), 4
- [Tea](https://www.chch.live/businesses/tea), 4
- [Security](https://www.chch.live/businesses/office-security), 3
- [Electricians](https://www.chch.live/businesses/electrician), 3
- [Clinic](https://www.chch.live/businesses/healthcare-clinic), 3
- [Religion](https://www.chch.live/businesses/office-religion), 3
- [Construction Company](https://www.chch.live/businesses/office-construction-company), 3
- [Printer Ink](https://www.chch.live/businesses/printer-ink), 3
- [Pastry](https://www.chch.live/businesses/pastry), 3
- [Apartments](https://www.chch.live/businesses/apartment-accom), 3
- [Motorcycle shops](https://www.chch.live/businesses/motorcycle-shop), 3
- [Moving Company](https://www.chch.live/businesses/office-moving-company), 3
- [Surveyors](https://www.chch.live/businesses/surveyor), 3
- [Escape rooms](https://www.chch.live/businesses/escape-room), 3
- [Antiques](https://www.chch.live/businesses/antiques), 3
- [Music](https://www.chch.live/businesses/music), 3
- [Carpenters](https://www.chch.live/businesses/carpenter), 3
- [Dance studios](https://www.chch.live/businesses/dance-studio), 3
- [Boatbuilder](https://www.chch.live/businesses/craft-boatbuilder), 3
- [Metal Construction](https://www.chch.live/businesses/craft-metal-construction), 3
- [Hifi](https://www.chch.live/businesses/hifi), 3
- [Estate Agent](https://www.chch.live/businesses/estate-agent), 3
- [Bag](https://www.chch.live/businesses/bag), 3
- [Bookmaker](https://www.chch.live/businesses/bookmaker), 3
- [Tool Hire](https://www.chch.live/businesses/tool-hire), 2
- [Glaziery](https://www.chch.live/businesses/craft-glaziery), 2
- [Video](https://www.chch.live/businesses/video), 2
- [Games](https://www.chch.live/businesses/games), 2
- [Locksmiths](https://www.chch.live/businesses/locksmith), 2
- [Frame](https://www.chch.live/businesses/frame), 2
- [Cleaning](https://www.chch.live/businesses/craft-cleaning), 2
- [Podiatrists](https://www.chch.live/businesses/podiatrist), 2
- [Food](https://www.chch.live/businesses/food), 2
- [Bathroom Furnishing](https://www.chch.live/businesses/bathroom-furnishing), 2
- [Bbq](https://www.chch.live/businesses/bbq), 2
- [Counsellors & psychologists](https://www.chch.live/businesses/counsellor), 2
- [Ticket](https://www.chch.live/businesses/ticket), 2
- [Brewing Supplies](https://www.chch.live/businesses/brewing-supplies), 2
- [Laboratory](https://www.chch.live/businesses/healthcare-laboratory), 2
- [Swimming Pool](https://www.chch.live/businesses/swimming-pool), 2
- [Painters & decorators](https://www.chch.live/businesses/painter), 2
- [Insulation](https://www.chch.live/businesses/craft-insulation), 2
- [Flooring](https://www.chch.live/businesses/flooring), 2
- [Doctor](https://www.chch.live/businesses/healthcare-doctor), 2
- [General](https://www.chch.live/businesses/general), 2
- [Charity](https://www.chch.live/businesses/office-charity), 2
- [Joiner](https://www.chch.live/businesses/craft-joiner), 2
- [Watches](https://www.chch.live/businesses/watches), 2
- [Plumbers](https://www.chch.live/businesses/plumber), 2
- [Weapons](https://www.chch.live/businesses/weapons), 2
- [Sawmill](https://www.chch.live/businesses/craft-sawmill), 2
- [Plant Hire](https://www.chch.live/businesses/plant-hire), 2
- [Doors](https://www.chch.live/businesses/doors), 2
- [Library](https://www.chch.live/businesses/amenity-library), 2
- [Translator](https://www.chch.live/businesses/office-translator), 2
- [Garden Machinery](https://www.chch.live/businesses/garden-machinery), 2
- [Tobacco](https://www.chch.live/businesses/tobacco), 2
- [University](https://www.chch.live/businesses/amenity-university), 2
- [Scaffolder](https://www.chch.live/businesses/craft-scaffolder), 1
- [Breweries](https://www.chch.live/businesses/brewery), 1
- [Radiotechnics](https://www.chch.live/businesses/radiotechnics), 1
- [Pottery](https://www.chch.live/businesses/craft-pottery), 1
- [Anime](https://www.chch.live/businesses/anime), 1
- [Canoe Hire](https://www.chch.live/businesses/canoe-hire), 1
- [Safety Equipment](https://www.chch.live/businesses/safety-equipment), 1
- [Military Surplus](https://www.chch.live/businesses/military-surplus), 1
- [Upholsterer](https://www.chch.live/businesses/craft-upholsterer), 1
- [Industrial](https://www.chch.live/businesses/office-industrial), 1
- [Chimney Sweeper](https://www.chch.live/businesses/craft-chimney-sweeper), 1
- [Townhall](https://www.chch.live/businesses/amenity-townhall), 1
- [Hospital](https://www.chch.live/businesses/healthcare-hospital), 1
- [Firewood](https://www.chch.live/businesses/firewood), 1
- [Agrarian](https://www.chch.live/businesses/agrarian), 1
- [International Organization](https://www.chch.live/businesses/office-international-organization), 1
- [Makerspaces](https://www.chch.live/businesses/makerspace), 1
- [Interior Decoration](https://www.chch.live/businesses/interior-decoration), 1
- [Heating & air con](https://www.chch.live/businesses/hvac), 1
- [Wigs](https://www.chch.live/businesses/wigs), 1
- [Auction](https://www.chch.live/businesses/auction), 1
- [Political Party](https://www.chch.live/businesses/office-political-party), 1
- [Shoe repair](https://www.chch.live/businesses/shoe-repair), 1
- [Medical Supply](https://www.chch.live/businesses/medical-supply), 1
- [Esoteric](https://www.chch.live/businesses/esoteric), 1
- [Chandler](https://www.chch.live/businesses/chandler), 1
- [Crystal](https://www.chch.live/businesses/crystal), 1
- [Hobby](https://www.chch.live/businesses/hobby), 1
- [Wool](https://www.chch.live/businesses/wool), 1
- [Money Lender](https://www.chch.live/businesses/money-lender), 1
- [Photographic Laboratory](https://www.chch.live/businesses/craft-photographic-laboratory), 1
- [Boat Repair](https://www.chch.live/businesses/boat-repair), 1
- [Saunas & day spas](https://www.chch.live/businesses/sauna), 1
- [Jetski](https://www.chch.live/businesses/jetski), 1
- [Watchmakers](https://www.chch.live/businesses/watchmaker), 1
- [Community Centre](https://www.chch.live/businesses/amenity-community-centre), 1
- [Union](https://www.chch.live/businesses/office-union), 1
- [Window Construction](https://www.chch.live/businesses/craft-window-construction), 1
- [Graphic Design](https://www.chch.live/businesses/office-graphic-design), 1
- [No](https://www.chch.live/businesses/no), 1
- [Blood Donation](https://www.chch.live/businesses/healthcare-blood-donation), 1
- [Camera](https://www.chch.live/businesses/camera), 1
- [Mortgage](https://www.chch.live/businesses/office-mortgage), 1
- [Quango](https://www.chch.live/businesses/office-quango), 1
- [Shipping](https://www.chch.live/businesses/shipping), 1
- [Canoe](https://www.chch.live/businesses/canoe), 1
- [Erotic](https://www.chch.live/businesses/erotic), 1
- [Fishing](https://www.chch.live/businesses/fishing), 1
- [Truck](https://www.chch.live/businesses/truck), 1
- [Counselling](https://www.chch.live/businesses/healthcare-counselling), 1
- [Handicraft](https://www.chch.live/businesses/craft-handicraft), 1
- [Midwives](https://www.chch.live/businesses/midwife), 1
- [2 Dollar Shop](https://www.chch.live/businesses/2-dollar-shop), 1
- [Engineering](https://www.chch.live/businesses/craft-engineering), 1
- [Newsagents](https://www.chch.live/businesses/newsagent), 1
- [Gas](https://www.chch.live/businesses/gas), 1
- [Signwriters](https://www.chch.live/businesses/signwriter), 1
- [Tutoring](https://www.chch.live/businesses/office-tutoring), 1
- [Harbour Master](https://www.chch.live/businesses/office-harbour-master), 1
- [Braces](https://www.chch.live/businesses/braces), 1
- [Sportswear](https://www.chch.live/businesses/sportswear), 1
- [Sewing](https://www.chch.live/businesses/sewing), 1
- [Arts Centre](https://www.chch.live/businesses/amenity-arts-centre), 1
- [Christmas](https://www.chch.live/businesses/christmas), 1
- [Fudge](https://www.chch.live/businesses/fudge), 1
- [Gardener](https://www.chch.live/businesses/craft-gardener), 1
- [Builders](https://www.chch.live/businesses/builder), 1
- [University](https://www.chch.live/businesses/office-university), 1
- [Department](https://www.chch.live/businesses/healthcare-department), 1
- [Elevator](https://www.chch.live/businesses/craft-elevator), 1
- [Cleaning Supplies](https://www.chch.live/businesses/cleaning-supplies), 1
- [Blind](https://www.chch.live/businesses/blind), 1
- [Jewellers](https://www.chch.live/businesses/jeweller), 1
- [Agricultural Engines](https://www.chch.live/businesses/craft-agricultural-engines), 1
- [Bowling](https://www.chch.live/businesses/bowling), 1

## Straight from the gate

- [Farm](https://www.chch.live/businesses/farm), 18 · the listed farm gate, buy where it grows
- [Fruit & veg](https://www.chch.live/businesses/greengrocer), 18 · the greengrocers and fruit stalls
- [Markets](https://www.chch.live/businesses/market), 34 · the markets, farmers’ ones included
- [Raw milk](https://www.chch.live/raw-milk), the farms still pouring at the gate

## Questions, answered briefly

**How many businesses does Christchurch have?**

7,301 premises in this directory, across 283 kinds, a directory of record, not a count of everyone trading.

**Where does the business directory come from?**

Three lists: OpenStreetMap (what mappers have drawn), the council’s licensed-premises register (current by law), and the Find Christchurch council directory (~March 2024). 1,992 entries rest on the directory alone, a listing is a lead, not proof a business still trades.

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HTML: https://www.chch.live/businesses
Sources: OpenStreetMap via Overpass (ODbL, 4938 elements) · CCC licensed-premises register (CC BY 4.0, 986 current) · Find Christchurch council directory (CC BY 4.0, 4217 listings, ~March 2024 snapshot) · Hand-checked producers (each verified against its own site, 17 premises) · CCC District Plan zones (CC BY 4.0, 7183 premises placed) · CCC District Plan commercial centres (CC BY 4.0, 3022 premises inside one) · CCC District Plan heritage items (CC BY 4.0, 282 premises inside one) · CCC off-street parking (CC BY 4.0, 1807 premises within 500 m of one) · ECan active resource consents (CC BY 4.0, 545 premises with one within 25 m) · Wikidata (CC0, 41 premises with an article or founding year)