Last updated May 2026
Grenada North is a small residential suburb in northern Wellington, located about 5km south of Porirua’s city centre and 13km north of Wellington’s CBD. It sits alongside State Highway 1 (the Northern Motorway), with Takapu Road forming its western boundary. Developed in the 1970s by Glendene Developments Ltd — and originally called Glendene — the suburb’s streets are named after Caribbean islands, a distinctive quirk that gives it an unusual identity within Wellington’s northern suburbs.
About Grenada North
| Location | 13km north of Wellington CBD, 5km south of Porirua |
| Developed | 1970s by Glendene Developments Ltd (originally called Glendene) |
| Character | Quiet residential, motorway-adjacent, family housing |
| Distinctive feature | Streets named after Caribbean islands |
Character and Layout
Grenada North’s most distinctive feature is the naming of its streets — the developer chose Caribbean island names when the suburb was laid out in the 1970s, giving it a quirky distinction from the rest of Wellington’s northern suburbs. The suburb is primarily residential, with family housing on relatively modest sections, and is bordered to the west by the Northern Motorway, which provides quick road access toward both Wellington city and Porirua.
Grenada North Park provides local green space with a playground and walking areas. Residents use both Tawa and Johnsonville for most shopping and services, given the suburb’s limited local retail.
Where to Learn More
Wikipedia — Grenada North covers the suburb’s geography, development history and character.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Grenada North?
13km north of Wellington’s CBD, 5km south of Porirua, alongside State Highway 1 (the Northern Motorway).
Why are Grenada North’s streets named after Caribbean islands?
The developer, Glendene Developments Ltd, chose Caribbean island names when laying out the suburb in the 1970s — an unusual naming convention that persists today.
What was the suburb originally called?
Glendene, after the developer. It was later renamed Grenada North.
What is Grenada North like to live in?
A quiet residential suburb with family housing, close to the Northern Motorway for commuting. Local amenities are limited — residents use Tawa or Johnsonville for most shopping.
Is there public transport from Grenada North?
Bus services connect Grenada North to Wellington CBD and Johnsonville. The nearest train stations are at Tawa and Linden.
Is Grenada North close to Grenada Village?
They are separate suburbs. Grenada Village lies between Paparangi and Grenada North, slightly to the south.
What parks are in Grenada North?
Grenada North Park has a playground and green space for local residents.
What suburbs border Grenada North?
Tawa to the north, Grenada Village and Paparangi to the south, and the Northern Motorway to the west.
The Wellington Suburbs hub covers all Wellington suburbs. Grenada Village is the adjacent suburb to the south. Tawa to the north is the northernmost Wellington suburb and has the nearest railway stations.
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