Cannons Creek, New Zealand facts for kids
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Cannon's Creek is in the middle and upper part of the photo, with Waitangirua at the very top and Rānui at the bottom.
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| Local authority | Porirua City |
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| Land area | 392 ha (1.51 sq mi)* |
| Coordinates | 41°08′28″S 174°51′58″E / 41.141°S 174.866°E |
| Population | 9460 (June 2023) |
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Cannons Creek is a suburb in Porirua City, New Zealand. It is located about 22 kilometers (14 miles) north of Wellington. Cannons Creek is a lively community known for its diverse population and many schools.
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Who Lives in Cannons Creek?
Cannons Creek covers an area of about 3.92 square kilometers. As of June 2023, it has an estimated population of 9460 people. This means there are many people living close together.
Population Changes Over Time
The number of people living in Cannons Creek has changed over the years.
- In 2006, there were 8,604 people.
- By 2013, the population was 8,220.
- In the 2018 census, the population grew to 8,973 people. This was an increase of 753 people since 2013.
A Diverse Community
Cannons Creek is home to many different groups of people. In 2018, the main ethnic groups were:
Many people in Cannons Creek were born outside New Zealand. About 30.6% of residents were born overseas. This is higher than the national average of 27.1%.
Age and Beliefs
Cannons Creek has a young population. About 28.9% of people are under 15 years old. Also, 25.8% are aged 15 to 29. This means there are many young people and families in the area.
When it comes to religious beliefs, many people in Cannons Creek identify as Christian (58.6%). About 26.3% said they had no religion. Other religions like Hindu, Muslim, and Buddhist are also present.
Work and Education
About 41.4% of people aged 15 or older work full-time. Another 13.2% work part-time. Some people (10.1%) were unemployed at the time of the census.
In terms of education, 7.8% of people aged 15 or older had a bachelor's degree or higher. This means they went to university. About 25.9% had no formal qualifications.
Schools in Cannons Creek
Cannons Creek has many schools for students of different ages.
Primary Schools
There are several primary schools for students from Year 1 to Year 6. These schools are co-educational, meaning both boys and girls attend.
- Cannons Creek School has a roll of 117 students.
- Glenview School has a roll of students.
- Maraeroa School has a roll of 138 students.
- Russell School has a roll of 96 students.
Windley School is another co-educational state primary school. It teaches students from Year 1 to Year 8. Its roll is 203 as of February 2024.
Holy Family School is a state-integrated Catholic primary school. It is also co-educational and teaches students from Year 1 to Year 6. Its roll is 173 as of February 2024.
Intermediate School
Brandon Intermediate is a co-educational state intermediate school. It is for students in Year 7 and Year 8. Its roll is 182 as of February 2024.
Secondary School
Porirua College is the main secondary school in the area. It is a co-educational state school for students from Year 9 to Year 13. The college was founded in 1968. Its roll is 480 as of February 2024.
