Waitoki facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Waitoki
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Farmland near Waitoki in Northern Auckland Region
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| Country | New Zealand |
| Region | Auckland Region |
| Ward | Rodney ward |
| Community board | Rodney Local Board |
| Subdivision | Kumeū subdivision |
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| Area | |
| • Total | 1.80 km2 (0.69 sq mi) |
| Population
(2023 Census)
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| • Total | 216 |
| • Density | 120.0/km2 (310.8/sq mi) |
Waitoki is a small place in the Rodney District of New Zealand. It's located in the Auckland Region. Nearby places include Wainui to the north-east, Kaukapakapa to the north-west, and Dairy Flat to the south-east.
Two streams meet near Waitoki: the Wainui Stream and the Waitoki Stream. The Waitoki Stream then flows west into the Kaukapakapa River.
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People and Population in Waitoki
Waitoki is a small community. The main part of Waitoki covers about 1.8 square kilometres.
How Many People Live Here?
The population of the main Waitoki area has been growing.
- In 2013, there were 180 people.
- In 2018, the population grew slightly to 183 people.
- By 2023, it increased to 216 people.
This means the population went up by 33 people between 2018 and 2023.
Who Lives in Waitoki?
In 2023, there were 216 people living in the main Waitoki area. There were slightly more males than females. The average age was 37 years old.
- About 24% of the people were under 15 years old.
- About 15% were aged 15 to 29.
- Half of the population (50%) was aged 30 to 64.
- About 11% were 65 years or older.
Most people in Waitoki are of European (Pākehā) background. Some people also identify as Māori, Pasifika, or Asian. English is the main language spoken by almost everyone. About 21% of the people living in Waitoki were born outside of New Zealand.
Jobs and Education
Many adults in Waitoki have completed higher education.
- About 15% have a university degree.
- About 58% have a certificate or diploma from after high school.
- About 20% have only high school qualifications.
Most adults aged 15 and over are employed. About 60% work full-time, and 18% work part-time.
The Wider Waitoki Area
The larger Waitoki statistical area covers a bigger space, about 40.75 square kilometres. This area includes the main settlement and surrounding land.
The population of this wider area is also growing:
- In 2006, there were 1,278 people.
- In 2013, it was 1,320 people.
- In 2018, it reached 1,530 people.
- By 2023, the population was 1,698 people.
This shows a steady increase in the number of people living in the Waitoki area over time.
In the wider Waitoki area, the average age in 2023 was 42.3 years. Similar to the main settlement, most people are of European background. Other groups include Māori, Pasifika, and Asian New Zealanders. English is widely spoken. About 25% of people in this wider area were born overseas.
Many adults in the wider area also have good education. About 20% have a university degree, and 55% have a post-high school certificate or diploma. Most adults are employed, with 57% working full-time and 17% working part-time.
Waitoki School
Waitoki has its own school, called Waitoki School. It is a school for both boys and girls. It teaches students from Year 1 to Year 8.
The school first opened in 1924. In 1999, it celebrated its 75th birthday!
