Brookby facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Brookby
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Brookby Unsectarian Church, built in 1878
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| Country | New Zealand |
| Council | Auckland Council |
| Electoral Ward | Franklin Ward |
| Local board | Franklin Local Board |
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| • Total | 825 ha (2,039 acre) |
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| • Total | 195 |
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Brookby is a small, quiet place in the countryside, located south of Auckland, New Zealand. It's about 5 kilometers west of Clevedon and 5 kilometers southeast of Whitford.
The name 'Brookby' comes from a nearby stream, called Papakura Stream. The first post office was built close to this stream, so the area was named "by the brook," or Brookby.
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Exploring Brookby's History and Landmarks
What are the Oldest Buildings in Brookby?
One of the oldest homes still standing in Brookby is called Meadowbrook. It was built in 1880 by a person named Mr. Lord. The house was made using special wood called kauri, which was cut right there in the local area.
Meadowbrook also has a very deep well, which is about 26 meters deep!
The Historic Brookby Unsectarian Church
The Brookby Unsectarian Church was built in 1878. It was a very important building for the community. This church served as the main gathering place for people living in Brookby.
Inside the church, there is a special stone that remembers John and Leah Embling. They were some of the first people to settle in Brookby, arriving in 1854.
Who Lives in Brookby? Demographics Explained
How Many People Call Brookby Home?
Brookby is a small community. In 2018, about 195 people lived there. This was a small increase from 2013 and 2006, when the population was 186 people.
There were 57 households in Brookby in 2018. This means there were 57 different homes or families living there.
What is the Age Range of Brookby Residents?
The average age of people in Brookby in 2018 was 45.5 years old. This is a bit older than the national average for New Zealand, which was 37.4 years.
- About 33 people (16.9%) were under 15 years old.
- Around 39 people (20.0%) were between 15 and 29 years old.
- Most people, about 108 (55.4%), were between 30 and 64 years old.
- About 18 people (9.2%) were 65 years old or older.
What are the Different Backgrounds of People in Brookby?
Brookby is a place with people from different backgrounds.
- Most residents (90.8%) are of European/Pākehā descent.
- Some people (4.6%) are Māori.
- There are also people from Pacific peoples (3.1%) and Asian (6.2%) backgrounds.
- A small number of people (1.5%) identify with other ethnicities.
What About Jobs and Income in Brookby?
In 2018, the average income in Brookby was $44,500. This was higher than the national average for New Zealand, which was $31,800.
Many adults in Brookby have jobs:
- About 93 people (57.4%) worked full-time.
- Around 33 people (20.4%) worked part-time.
- A small number, 6 people (3.7%), were looking for work.
Education in Brookby: Learning and Growing
What School is in Brookby?
Brookby School is the local school for children in the area. It teaches students from Year 1 to Year 8. This means it's a full primary school.
The school first opened its doors in 1875, so it has a long history of educating children in Brookby. As of February 2024, the school has about 123 students.
