Silverstream facts for kids
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Glocester Street in Silverstream in 1922
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| Local authority | Upper Hutt |
| Land area | 264 ha (1.02 sq mi)* |
| Population | 3,590 (June 2023) |
| Postcode(s) | 5019 |
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Silverstream is a suburb located in Upper Hutt, New Zealand. It is about 7 kilometers (4.3 miles) south-west of the main part of Upper Hutt. Silverstream is in the southern part of New Zealand's North Island. It sits near the Taitā Gorge, which separates Upper Hutt from Lower Hutt. This area is at the start of a small valley. This valley was formed by the movement of Earth's plates and by Hull's Creek, which flows into the Hutt River.
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About the People of Silverstream
Silverstream covers an area of about 2.64 square kilometers (1.02 sq mi). As of 2023, around 3,600 people live here. This means there are about 1,364 people living in each square kilometer.
How the Population Has Changed
The number of people living in Silverstream has slowly grown over the years.
- In 2006, there were 3,321 people.
- By 2013, the number was 3,264.
- In 2018, the population grew to 3,531 people.
This shows an increase of 267 people (8.2%) between 2013 and 2018.
Who Lives in Silverstream?
In 2018, there were 1,266 homes in Silverstream. There were slightly more females (1,791) than males (1,743). The average age of people living here was 42.8 years old. About 1 in 5 people (19.6%) were under 15 years old.
Most people in Silverstream (88.9%) are of European or Pākehā background. Other groups include Māori (8.2%), Pasifika (3.6%), and Asian (6.3%). Some people identify with more than one ethnic group. About 20.4% of the people living in Silverstream were born outside New Zealand.
Jobs and Education
Many people in Silverstream have good jobs and education. In 2018, about 32% of people aged 15 or older had a university degree. The average income was $44,100 per year. More than half of the people aged 15 or older (53.9%) worked full-time.
Getting Around Silverstream
Silverstream is located on the Wairarapa Line railway. This line is used by Metlink trains. Silverstream has its own train station called Silverstream Railway Station.
In 1954, a new part of the railway line was built. This new section crossed the Hutt River. The older part of the railway line in Silverstream is now used by the Silver Stream Railway. This is a special railway that runs old trains for fun.
Schools in Silverstream
Silverstream has several schools for different age groups.
Silverstream School
Silverstream School is a public primary school for students in Year 1 to Year 6. It teaches both boys and girls. As of 2023, the school has about 300 students.
The school has 22 classes, divided into three main groups:
- Ako Iti (for Years 1 and 2)
- Ako Whanake (for Years 3 and 4)
- Ako Nui (for Years 5 and 6)
Students at Silverstream School can take part in math and English competitions. The school also has a small choir and an orchestra. The school buildings were updated between 2007 and 2010. The school grounds are sometimes used for community events.
Saint Patrick's College Silverstream
St. Patrick's College is a Catholic secondary school for boys. It teaches students from Year 9 to Year 13. As of 2023, about 250 boys attend this college.
Silverstream Christian School
Silverstream Christian School is a private Christian school. It teaches both boys and girls from Year 1 to Year 13. As of 2023, about 620 students attend this school.
Other Education Options
Students in Silverstream can also attend Fergusson Intermediate and Upper Hutt College. There is also a kindergarten for younger children aged 3 to 4 years old.
Famous People from Silverstream
Some well-known people have connections to Silverstream:
- Beverly Morrison, also known as "Beaver", was a jazz singer. She went to Silverstream School.
- Hilary Barry is a famous New Zealand TV and radio personality. She also attended Silverstream School in the 1970s.
