Hei Hei is an affordable suburb in Christchurch's west, sitting between Hornby and Sockburn and positioned close to the industrial and commercial hubs of the southwest. It is one of the more working-class residential areas of the city, with a strong community of long-term residents and families attracted by entry-level price points and practical access to the city's western employment corridors.

The housing stock is predominantly 1950s to 1970s, with a mix of brick and weatherboard three-bedroom homes on good-sized sections. Hei Hei is one of the few remaining areas in Christchurch where first-home buyers can still access freehold properties at prices well below the city median, making it a persistent draw for entry-level purchasers. Facilities include local schools, parks, and proximity to the Hornby retail and commercial precinct.

Hei Hei is grouped within the Hornby/Hei Hei/Islington zone in the QV August 2025 revaluation, which recorded an average of $727,329 with 0.77% growth on the 2022 base — modest but positive in a zone that covers a range of property types and values.

Property data sourced from QV (Christchurch City Council Revaluation). Market conditions change — contact us for a current appraisal specific to your property.