Redwoodtown facts for kids
![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
||
Redwoodtown is a cool suburb located just south of Blenheim's main city area. It's a busy and growing community in the beautiful Marlborough region of New Zealand.
Contents
Who Lives in Redwoodtown?
Redwoodtown is a good-sized area, covering about 4.33 km2 (1.67 sq mi). As of June 2023, , around 11040 people call Redwoodtown home. This means there are many people living close together.
The population has been growing steadily over the years. In 2018, there were 10,401 people living here. This was a good increase from 9,720 people in 2013, and 9,384 people in 2006.
A Diverse Community
Redwoodtown is home to people from many different backgrounds. Most residents are of European or Pākehā descent. However, there are also many Māori, Pasifika, and Asian people living here. This mix of cultures makes Redwoodtown a vibrant place.
When it comes to beliefs, many people in Redwoodtown say they don't have a specific religion. However, Christianity is also a common faith among residents.
Schools in Redwoodtown
Redwoodtown has several schools, which is great for families living in the area. All the schools here are for both boys and girls.
Redwoodtown School
Redwoodtown School is a full primary school. This means it teaches students from Year 1 all the way up to Year 8. It has a roll of 298 students.
Richmond View School
Richmond View School is also a full primary school, teaching Years 1-8. It has 328 students. This school is a "state integrated" school. This means it's part of the public school system but also has a special Christian focus.
Whitney Street School
Whitney Street School is a contributing primary school. It teaches younger students from Year 1 to Year 6. It has a roll of 329 students.
All these school numbers are from February 2024. .