Marybank, New Zealand facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Marybank
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| Country | New Zealand |
| Region | Nelson |
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| Area | |
| • Total | 1.01 km2 (0.39 sq mi) |
| • Land | 1.01 km2 (0.39 sq mi) |
| • Water | 0 km2 (0 sq mi) |
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| • Total | 1,100 |
| • Density | 1,090/km2 (2,820/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+12 (NZST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+13 (NZDT) |
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7010
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| Area code(s) | 03 |
Marybank is a suburb located in Nelson, New Zealand. It is found along State Highway 6, near the northern part of Nelson Haven. Marybank is situated between the areas of Atawhai and Wakapuaka.
The area has a local park called Marybank Reserve. It is a great spot for outdoor activities.
Just offshore from Marybank, you can find the Boulder Bank. This is a unique rocky bank that is managed by the Department of Conservation. You can reach it from just north of Marybank.
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Marybank's Past: A Look at Its History
Marybank has grown quite a bit over the years. In 1996, about 960 people lived there.
By 2001, the population was 970. It dropped slightly to 930 in 2006. However, it then saw a big increase, reaching 1,800 people in 2013 and 1,950 in 2018.
Who Lives in Marybank: Population Facts
The Marybank area covers about 1.01 square kilometers. As of 2023, it is estimated that 1,100 people live there. This means there are about 1089 people living in each square kilometer.
In 2018, Marybank had a population of 1,068 people. This was an increase of 57 people since 2013. It was also 162 more people than in 2006. There were 444 homes in the area.
There were more females (567) than males (504) living in Marybank in 2018. The average age was 50.8 years. About 15.7% of the people were under 15 years old. Also, 25% of the population was 65 years or older.
Most people in Marybank (94.7%) are of European descent. There are also people of Māori (5.9%), Pasifika (0.8%), and Asian (3.7%) backgrounds. Some people identify with more than one ethnic group.
About 24.7% of Marybank's residents were born outside New Zealand. This is a bit lower than the national average of 27.1%.
When it comes to religion, many people (55.9%) said they had no religion. About 32.9% were Christian. A small number followed Māori religious beliefs, Hindu, or Muslim faiths.
Many adults in Marybank have a good education. About 26.3% of people aged 15 and older had a university degree. The average income was $34,800. Many people (43%) worked full-time, and 18.3% worked part-time.
Jobs and Work in Marybank
In 2018, people in Marybank worked in different types of jobs. About 9.2% worked in manufacturing, which means making things. Another 9.2% worked in construction, building homes and other structures.
About 4.9% worked in hospitality, like hotels and restaurants. Education and healthcare were also important, with 9.8% working in education and 9.2% in healthcare.
How People Travel in Marybank
In 2018, most people who traveled to work in Marybank drove a car (69.6%). Some people rode in a car with others (4.3%).
A small number of people used bikes (4.3%) or walked or ran (4.3%) to get to work.
Learning in Marybank: Local School
Marybank has a school called Clifton Terrace School. It is a primary school for students from Year 1 to Year 6. Both boys and girls attend this school. As of February 2024, it has 251 students.
