Thames-Coromandel District facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Thames-Coromandel District
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Territorial authority district
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The road northwards from Thames. Somewhere south of Te Mata.
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| Country | New Zealand |
| Region | Waikato |
| Wards | Coromandel-Colville Mercury Bay South Eastern Thames |
| Formed | 1975 |
| Seat | Thames |
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| • Land | 2,207.96 km2 (852.50 sq mi) |
| Population
(June 2023)
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| • Total | 33,700 |
| Time zone | UTC+12 (NZST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+13 (NZDT) |
| Postcode(s) |
Map of postcodes
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| Website | Thames-Coromandel District Council |
The Thames-Coromandel District is a special area in the North Island of New Zealand. It covers the whole Coromandel Peninsula and stretches south to a place called Hikutaia.
This district is managed by the Thames-Coromandel District Council. The main office for the council is in the town of Thames. This district council was the first of its kind in New Zealand, created back in 1975. The Thames-Coromandel District is part of the larger Waikato Regional Council area. Its only land border is with the Hauraki District.
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About the Thames-Coromandel District
The Thames-Coromandel District is a beautiful part of New Zealand. It is known for its stunning coastlines and green landscapes. The district covers a large area of land.
How Big is the District?
The Thames-Coromandel District covers about 2,208 square kilometers. This is a bit like having 220,800 football fields!
Who Lives Here?
As of 2018, about 29,895 people lived in the Thames-Coromandel District. This number has grown over the years. In 2023, the population was 31,995.
The main towns in the district include:
- Thames
- Whitianga
- Whangamatā
- Coromandel
Many people live in these towns. For example, in 2018, about 6,960 people lived in Thames.
People and Cultures
The people living in the Thames-Coromandel District come from different backgrounds. In the 2023 census, most people identified as European/Pākehā. A good number of people also identified as Māori. There are also smaller groups of Pasifika, Asian, and other ethnicities.
It is common for people to have more than one ethnic background. This mix of cultures makes the district a diverse place.
Age of Residents
The district has a higher number of older residents compared to the national average. In 2023, the median age was 55.2 years. This means half the people were older than 55.2, and half were younger. About 13.6% of the people were under 15 years old.
How the District is Divided
The Thames-Coromandel District is split into different areas called wards. Each ward has its own population and characteristics. These wards help the local council manage the different parts of the district.
The main wards are:
- Coromandel-Colville Ward
- Mercury Bay Ward
- Thames Ward
- South Eastern Ward
Each ward has a different number of people living in it. For example, the Thames Ward has the most people.
