Kairaki facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Kairaki
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Kairaki on the north bank of the Waimakariri River
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| Country | New Zealand |
| Region | Canterbury |
| Territorial authority | Waimakariri District |
| Ward | Kaiapoi-Woodend Ward |
| Community | Kaiapoi-Tuahiwi Community |
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| Area | |
| • Total | 0.88 km2 (0.34 sq mi) |
| Population
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| • Total | 129 |
| • Density | 146.6/km2 (380/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+12 (NZST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+13 (NZDT) |
| Postcode |
7630
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| Area code(s) | 03 |
Kairaki is a small, quiet community located in the Waimakariri District of New Zealand. It's known for being a rural area right by the beach. The name Kairaki means "sky eater" in Māori, according to the New Zealand Ministry for Culture and Heritage.
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Who Lives in Kairaki?
Kairaki is a small place, covering about 0.88 square kilometers. It's part of a larger area called Pegasus Bay.
Population Changes Over Time
The number of people living in Kairaki has changed quite a bit.
- In 2006, there were 225 people.
- By 2013, the population dropped to 132.
- In 2018, there were 129 people living there.
This means the population went down by 3 people from 2013 to 2018. It also went down by 96 people since 2006.
A Closer Look at the People
In 2018, Kairaki had 129 residents living in 66 homes. There were more males (72) than females (57).
The people in Kairaki are generally older than the average New Zealander.
- Only a few people (about 5%) were under 15 years old.
- Most people (about 51%) were between 30 and 64 years old.
- A large number (about 40%) were 65 years or older.
Backgrounds and Beliefs
Most people in Kairaki are of European background. Some residents also identify as Māori, Pasifika, or Asian.
When it comes to religion, most people in Kairaki (about 63%) said they had no religion. About 30% were Christian, and a small number were Muslim.
Work and Education
About 7% of adults in Kairaki had a university degree or higher. However, many (about 41%) did not have formal qualifications.
The average income in Kairaki was $22,600 in 2018. This was lower than the national average of $31,800.
Most adults (about 39%) worked full-time, and some (about 15%) worked part-time. A small number (about 2%) were looking for work.
Kairaki's Weather
Kairaki has a mild climate. The average temperature in summer is 16.2 °C. In winter, the average temperature is 6.4 °C.
