Greendale, New Zealand facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Greendale
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Greendale road sign
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| Country | New Zealand |
| Region | Canterbury region |
| District | Selwyn District |
| Ward | Malvern |
| Community | Malvern |
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Greendale is a quiet countryside area in the Selwyn District. It is part of the Canterbury region, which is located on New Zealand's South Island.
Some of the very first farmers in Greendale helped shape the area. One important farmer was Thomas William Adams. He was a pioneer in growing trees and also helped start education in the community. Another early farmer was Charles Early, who moved to Greendale in 1876.
Greendale became well-known on September 4, 2010. On that day, it was the location of the strongest earthquake shaking ever recorded in New Zealand at the time. The ground moved with a force 1.25 times that of gravity. Later, even stronger shaking was recorded during the February 2011 Christchurch earthquake in Heathcote Valley.
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Who Lives in Greendale?
Greendale is part of a larger area called Charing Cross. This area covers about 168.68 square kilometers. As of 2023, the estimated population of Charing Cross is 980 people.
Population Changes Over Time
The number of people living in the Charing Cross area has grown steadily. In 2006, there were 696 people. By 2013, this number increased to 843. The 2018 New Zealand census counted 885 people. This shows a growth of 42 people since 2013, and 189 people since 2006.
Community Makeup
In 2018, there were 333 homes in the area. There were slightly more females (447) than males (438). The average age was 39.8 years. About 19.3% of the people were under 15 years old. Around 11.5% were 65 years or older.
Most people in Greendale are of European background (89.8%). There are also people of Māori (6.8%), Asian (4.4%), and Pasifika (0.7%) heritage. Some people identify with more than one ethnic group.
About 19.0% of the people living here were born outside of New Zealand. This is a bit lower than the national average of 27.1%.
Beliefs and Work
When asked about their religious beliefs, many people (49.2%) said they had no religion. About 40.7% identified as Christian. A smaller number (1.0%) were Hindu, and 2.4% followed other religions.
For those aged 15 and older, about 18.9% had a university degree or higher. About 13.9% did not have any formal qualifications. The average income was $38,800. Most adults (60.9%) worked full-time, and 18.1% worked part-time.
Learning in Greendale
Greendale School is a local primary school. It teaches students from year 1 to year 6. As of February 2024. , the school has a roll of 40 students. The school first opened its doors in 1872.
Famous People from Greendale
- Sidney Holland – He was the 25th Prime Minister of New Zealand. This means he was the leader of the country's government for a period of time.
