Fendalton facts for kids
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Fendalton
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Punting at Mona Vale, a prominent park and former homestead in Fendalton.
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 Fendalton
Location in New Zealand
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| Country | New Zealand |
| Local authority | Christchurch |
| Electoral ward | Fendalton |
| Established | 1850 |
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| • Land | 217 ha (536 acre) |
| Population
(June 2023)
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| • Total | 4,550 |
| Postcode(s) |
8052
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Fendalton is a suburb in Christchurch, a major city on the South Island of New Zealand. It is known for its beautiful homes and green spaces. Fendalton is a well-established area with a rich history.
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History of Fendalton
Fendalton was first called Fendall Town. It got its name from Walpole Chesshyre Fendall, who moved from England in 1850. He settled on land north of the Waimairi Stream.
The name Fendall Town was used for a large area. This area stretched from northwest of Hagley Park all the way to where Christchurch International Airport is today. Over time, the name changed, and by the 1880s, Fendalton became the most common way to say it.
Fendalton was important for early Christchurch. One of the first buildings was a flour mill built in 1853. Daniel Inwood, who came to New Zealand in 1850, built this mill. He even brought the machinery with him from England!
The suburb is also home to many old and important buildings. These include St Barnabas Church, Daresbury, and Los Angeles. Los Angeles was one of the first "California bungalow" style homes built in New Zealand.
If you want to learn more, you can read "Fendall's Legacy: A history of Fendalton and north-west Christchurch" by Frieda Looser.
Who Lives in Fendalton?
Fendalton covers about 2.17 square kilometers (which is about 0.84 square miles). As of 2023, about 4,500 people live there. This means there are around 2,000 people living in each square kilometer.
In 2018, the population was 4,515 people. There were slightly more females than males. About 15% of the people were under 15 years old. Many residents are adults aged 30 to 64.
Most people in Fendalton are of European background (84.2%). Other groups include Asian (14.0%), Māori (3.9%), and Pasifika (1.2%). About 27% of the people living in Fendalton were born outside of New Zealand.
When it comes to religion, nearly half of the people (46.4%) said they had no religion. About 44.9% were Christian. Other religions like Hindu, Muslim, and Buddhist were also present.
Many adults in Fendalton (40.1%) have a university degree or higher. About 42.4% of adults work full-time.
Location and Services
Fendalton is located west of the city center. It is close to the University of Canterbury and the main shopping area of Riccarton. It is also near the main road that leads to Christchurch International Airport.
Fendalton is known as one of New Zealand's more well-off and traditional suburbs. It is one of the older residential areas in Christchurch.
Education in Fendalton
Fendalton has several schools for different age groups.
High Schools
Christchurch Boys' High School is located directly in Fendalton. It also has boarding facilities for students who live there. The school opened in 1881 and moved to its current location in 1926.
While Christchurch Girls' High School is not in Fendalton, many girls from the area attend it. This school is located in the nearby suburb of Riccarton.
Intermediate and Primary Schools
The local intermediate school for students aged 11-13 is Cobham Intermediate School.
The main primary school in Fendalton is Fendalton Open Air School. It was originally called Clyde Road Primary School and opened in 1875.
