Ilam, New Zealand facts for kids
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Puaka-James Hight, home to the University of Canterbury Central Library and centrepiece of the University's Ilam campus.
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| Local authority | Christchurch |
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| Land area | 337 ha (1.30 sq mi)* |
| Coordinates | 43°31′34″S 172°34′49″E / 43.526111°S 172.580278°E |
| Population | 9910 (June 2022) |
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| North | Burnside |
| Northeast | Bryndwr |
| East | Fendalton |
| Southeast | Riccarton |
| South | Upper Riccarton |
| West | Avonhead |
Ilam is a suburb in Christchurch, New Zealand. It's located about five kilometres west of the city centre. Ilam is well-known because it's home to the University of Canterbury.
This suburb is easy to get to, as it's close to State Highway 1 and the Christchurch International Airport. It's also near Riccarton, a big area for shopping.
The name "Ilam" comes from a place in England. An early settler named the Hon. John Watts-Russell came from Ilam Hall in Staffordshire, England. He arrived in Canterbury in 1850 and named his property Ilam. The original Ilam homestead is now the University of Canterbury Staff Club. It was also used as a filming location for the movie Heavenly Creatures.
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Who Lives in Ilam?
Ilam is made up of three main areas: Ilam North, Ilam South, and Ilam University. In 2018, about 9,357 people lived here. This was an increase of 357 people since 2013.
Many different people call Ilam home. In 2018, about 67.8% of residents were European/Pākehā. About 28.5% were Asian, 5.9% Māori, and 2.3% Pacific peoples. Many people living in Ilam were born overseas, about 37.8% of the population.
When it comes to beliefs, about 51.2% of people said they had no religion. About 35.3% were Christian, and others followed religions like Hindu, Muslim, or Buddhist.
Many adults in Ilam have a university degree. About 28.4% of people aged 15 or older had a bachelor's degree or higher.
Schools in Ilam
Ilam has several schools, from primary to private.
Ilam Primary School
Ilam Primary School is located on Ilam Road, right next to the University of Canterbury. The school often uses the university's facilities. It has many students from different countries.
Westburn School
Westburn School is a public school for both boys and girls, teaching students from Year 1 to Year 8. It was started in 1961.
Medbury School
Medbury School is a private school for boys, teaching from Year 1 to Year 8. It was founded in 1923.
Japanese Supplementary School
The Canterbury Japanese Supplementary School also holds its classes at Ilam School. This is a weekend school where children can learn Japanese.
