A 47-year-old man is currently in Christchurch Hospital in a serious but stable condition following an assault in Hornby today.

Emergency services were called to Denise Crescent in Hornby near midday.

A police spokesperson says it appears the two people involved know each other.

They say there have been no arrests so far - but inquiries are ongoing.

Acting Detective Sergeant Ben Rolton says Police are not seeking anyone else in relation to the assault.