One Tree Point, New Zealand facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
One Tree Point
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| Country | New Zealand |
| Region | Northland Region |
| District | Whangarei District |
| Ward | Bream Bay Ward |
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| Area | |
| • Total | 2.91 km2 (1.12 sq mi) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,070 |
| • Density | 1,055/km2 (2,732/sq mi) |
One Tree Point is a small town located on the southern side of Whangārei Harbour in Northland, New Zealand. It's known for its beautiful harbour views and includes the Marsden Point Marina, a popular spot for boats.
History of One Tree Point
One Tree Point got its name "Single Tree Point" from Captain Lort Stokes. He explored the area in 1849 on his ship, the Acheron.
People and Community
One Tree Point is a growing community. In the 2023 New Zealand census, 2,988 people lived here. This was a big increase of 771 people since the 2018 census. The town covers about 2.91 square kilometers.
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| Year | Pop. | ±% p.a. |
| 2006 | 912 | — |
| 2013 | 1,491 | +7.27% |
| 2018 | 2,217 | +8.26% |
| 2023 | 2,988 | +6.15% |
| The 2006 population is for a smaller area of 2.59 km2 | ||
The average age of people living in One Tree Point was about 49.9 years old. About 18.6% of the people were under 15 years old. Also, 30.4% were 65 years or older.
Most people in One Tree Point are of European (Pākehā) background, making up 86.9%. About 19.5% of people identify as Māori. Smaller groups include Asian (5.2%) and Pasifika (4.0%).
English is the main language spoken by 97.6% of residents. About 4.0% of people also speak the Māori language.
When it comes to beliefs, 33.1% of people identify as Christian. Many people, 56.1%, said they had no religion.
Education in One Tree Point
One Tree Point has its own school, called One Tree Point School. It's a primary school for students in years 1 to 6. The school first opened in 1972. As of February 2024 , it has 186 students.
