Fernridge, New Zealand facts for kids

Fernridge is a small village in New Zealand. It's about 4 kilometers (2.5 miles) northwest of a town called Masterton. This area has many farms and small gardens. People also live here on 'lifestyle blocks,' which are like small farms for families.

Who Lives in Fernridge?

The area around Fernridge is called Upper Plain. It also includes nearby places like Kaituna and Matahiwi. This whole area covers about 84.91 square kilometers.

How Many People Live Here?

As of June 2023, about 1,300 people live in Upper Plain. This means there are about 15 people living in each square kilometer.

How Has the Population Changed?

The number of people living in Fernridge has grown over time.

• In 2006, there were 1,044 people.
• By 2013, it grew to 1,086 people.
• In 2018, the population reached 1,224 people.

This shows that more people are choosing to live in this area.

What About Age and Background?

In 2018, there were 438 homes in the area. There were slightly more males than females. The average age was about 46.9 years old. About 20% of the people were under 15 years old.

Most people in Fernridge are of European background. About 11.8% are Māori, who are the native people of New Zealand. Some people also have Pasifika or Asian backgrounds. About 14% of the people living here were born outside of New Zealand.

What Do People Believe?

When asked about their beliefs, many people (52.2%) said they had no religion. About 39.5% were Christian. A small number of people followed Māori religious beliefs or Buddhism.

How Do People Work and Learn?

Many adults in Fernridge have a good education. About 21.8% have a university degree. The average income was $35,600. Many people work full-time (49.5%) or part-time (16%).

Learning in Fernridge

Fernridge has its own school! Fernridge School is a primary school for students from Year 1 to Year 6. It teaches both boys and girls. As of February 2024, the school has a roll of 194 students.