North New Brighton
Today, North New Brighton is a topic of interest and discussion in various areas. From politics to popular culture, North New Brighton has captured the attention of people of all ages and backgrounds. Its impact and relevance have transcended borders, becoming a meeting point for debate and reflection. In this article, we will explore different facets of North New Brighton, analyzing its influence on current society and its projection into the future. From its origins to its evolution over time, we will delve into a deep analysis that will allow us to understand the importance of North New Brighton in our current reality.
North New Brighton | |
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 North New Brighton War Memorial and Community Centre | |
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| Coordinates: 43°29′31″S 172°43′8″E / 43.49194°S 172.71889°E | |
| Country | New Zealand |
| City | Christchurch |
| Local authority | Christchurch City Council |
| Electoral ward | Coastal |
| Community board | Waitai Coastal-Burwood-Linwood |
| Area | |
| • Land | 199 ha (492 acres) |
| Population | |
| • Total | 4,130 |
| Parklands | Waimairi Beach | |
| Burwood |
  North New Brighton  |
(Pegasus Bay) |
| (Residential red zone) | New Brighton |
North New Brighton is a suburb on the northern side of Christchurch city. It was originally known as North Beach and was readily accessible from Christchurch city by tram. It was renamed North New Brighton in 1953.
The Māori name for North New Brighton and the Travis Wetlands is Ōruapaeroa, pre-European occupation it was rich with eels and bird life, and was considered as an important food-gathering place by Ngāi Tahu, the whares were burnt down in November 1882 when an early European settler aquired the land.
Demographics
The statistical area of North Beach covers 1.99 km2 (0.77 sq mi). It had an estimated population of 4,130 as of June 2023, with a population density of 2,075 people per km2.
| Year | Pop. | ±% p.a. |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 4,083 | — |
| 2013 | 4,002 | −0.29% |
| 2018 | 4,071 | +0.34% |
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North Beach had a population of 4,071 at the 2018 New Zealand census, an increase of 69 people (1.7%) since the 2013 census, and a decrease of 12 people (−0.3%) since the 2006 census. There were 1,647 households, comprising 2,016 males and 2,052 females, giving a sex ratio of 0.98 males per female. The median age was 37.8 years (compared with 37.4 years nationally), with 834 people (20.5%) aged under 15 years, 753 (18.5%) aged 15 to 29, 1,941 (47.7%) aged 30 to 64, and 537 (13.2%) aged 65 or older.
Ethnicities were 89.4% European/Pākehā, 15.5% Māori, 3.7% Pasifika, 2.4% Asian, and 1.8% other ethnicities. People may identify with more than one ethnicity.
The percentage of people born overseas was 16.7, compared with 27.1% nationally.
Although some people chose not to answer the census's question about religious affiliation, 60.4% had no religion, 29.0% were Christian, 0.4% had Māori religious beliefs, 0.3% were Hindu, 0.1% were Muslim, 0.2% were Buddhist and 2.4% had other religions.
Of those at least 15 years old, 504 (15.6%) people had a bachelor's or higher degree, and 717 (22.2%) people had no formal qualifications. The median income was $31,500, compared with $31,800 nationally. 390 people (12.0%) earned over $70,000 compared to 17.2% nationally. The employment status of those at least 15 was that 1,662 (51.3%) people were employed full-time, 465 (14.4%) were part-time, and 123 (3.8%) were unemployed.
Education
Rāwhiti School is a full primary school catering for years 1 to 8. It had a roll of 505. The school opened in 2015 as the result of a merger between North New Brighton, Central New Brighton and Freeville Schools.
Shirley Boys' High School is a single-sex secondary school for years 9 to 13 with a roll of 1,267 students. The school opened in Shirley in 1957 and following damage to its site in the 2011 Christchurch earthquakes, it moved to the current location in 2019.
Avonside Girls' High School is also a single-sex secondary school for years 9 to 13. It has a roll of 1,133 students. It opened in Avonside in 1919, and moved to North New Brighton in 2019 due to earthquake damage in 2011.
All of these are state schools. Rolls are as of February 2024.
References
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- ^ a b "Population estimate tables - NZ.Stat". Statistics New Zealand. Retrieved 25 October 2023.
- ^ "North Beach – A Rising Suburb – What the Trams Have Done". The Star. 24 September 1913.
- ^ "Christchurch Place Names N–Z: North New Brighton" (PDF). Christchurch City Libraries. February 2016. p. 8.
- ^ Tau, T.M; Goodall, A.; Palmer, D. (1990). "Te Whakatau Kaupapa: Ngai Tahu resource management strategy for the Canterbury Region". Aoraki Press. Wellington, New Zealand. pp. 5–24.
- ^ Taylor, W.A (1952). Lore and history of the South Island Māori. Christchurch, New Zealand. p. 48.
{{cite book}}: CS1 maint: location missing publisher (link) - ^ a b "Statistical area 1 dataset for 2018 Census". Statistics New Zealand. March 2020. North Beach (327200). 2018 Census place summary: North Beach
- ^ Education Counts: Rāwhiti School
- ^ "Community Profile – North New Brighton" (PDF). Christchurch City Council. November 2014.
- ^ Education Counts: Shirley Boys' High School
- ^ "History – Humble Beginnings". Shirley Boys' High School. Retrieved 28 September 2021.
- ^ "About Us". Shirley Boys' High School. Retrieved 28 September 2021.
- ^ Education Counts: Avonside Girls' High School
- ^ "Our History". Avonside Girls' High School. Retrieved 28 September 2021.
- ^ "New Zealand Schools Directory". New Zealand Ministry of Education. Retrieved 14 March 2024.