Gulf Harbour facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Gulf Harbour
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 Gulf Harbour
Location in New Zealand
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| Country | New Zealand |
| Local authority | Auckland |
| Electoral ward | Albany ward |
| Local board | Hibiscus and Bays |
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| • Land | 410 ha (1,010 acre) |
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| • Total | 6,160 |
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Gulf Harbour is a cool suburb located near the end of the Whangaparaoa Peninsula in Auckland, New Zealand. It's about 4 km from the very tip of the peninsula and 7 km from Whangaparaoa Town Centre.
It's famous for having one of New Zealand's biggest marinas, where lots of boats are kept. Until recently, it also had a really well-known golf course. People used to see Gulf Harbour as a fancy place for wealthy people to relax.
The area is sometimes called Hobbs Bay, named after the Hobbs family who owned the land a long time ago. They still own some of the beautiful coastal parts, including Hobbs Bay beach. You can even catch a ferry from Gulf Harbour to get to downtown Auckland, which is a fun way to travel!
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Who Lives in Gulf Harbour?
Gulf Harbour is a growing place! It covers about 4.10 square kilometers. As of June 2023, around 6160 people live here. This means there are about 1502 people per square kilometer.
Population Growth Over Time
The number of people living in Gulf Harbour has increased a lot over the years.
- In 2006, there were 3,294 people.
- By 2013, the population grew to 4,302.
- In the 2018 New Zealand census, 5,598 people lived in Gulf Harbour. This was a big jump of 1,296 people since 2013!
A Look at the Community
In 2018, there were 2,028 homes in Gulf Harbour. There were slightly more males (2,814) than females (2,784).
Many young people live here, with 1,191 residents (21.3%) being under 15 years old. About 14.3% were aged 15 to 29.
Different Backgrounds and Beliefs
Gulf Harbour is a diverse place!
- Most people (83.0%) are of European background.
- About 5.5% are Māori, and 2.1% are from Pacific Islands.
- Around 14.4% are of Asian background, and 3.2% are from other ethnic groups.
- Almost half of the people (46.7%) were born outside New Zealand, which is higher than the national average.
When it comes to religion, many people (49.5%) said they had no religion. About 38.6% were Christian. Smaller groups followed Hinduism, Islam, Buddhism, or other beliefs.
Education and Jobs
Many adults in Gulf Harbour are well-educated. About 25.7% of people aged 15 or older had a bachelor's degree or higher.
Most adults are employed. About 50.8% worked full-time, and 13.6% worked part-time. A good number of people (25.9%) earned over $70,000 a year.
Schools in Gulf Harbour
Gulf Harbour has some great schools for kids of all ages.
Gulf Harbour School
Gulf Harbour School is a primary school for students in years 1 to 6. It has a roll of 502 students as of February 2024. This school is known for its high decile rating, which means it's in an area with a lot of resources.
Wentworth College and Primary School
Wentworth College is a private school for older students, from years 7 to 13. It opened in 2003 and has 397 students as of February 2024.
Wentworth Primary School is also a private school on the same site. It opened in 2008 and teaches students in primary years. It has a roll of 144 students as of February 2024.
All three schools are coeducational, meaning both boys and girls attend. If you're looking for a public high school nearby, Whangaparaoa College is the closest option.
