Waterview, New Zealand facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Waterview
|
|
|---|---|
|
Suburb
|
|
Waterview contains a variety of house styles, including a small number of Art Deco bungalows.
|
|
 Waterview
Location in New Zealand
|
|
| Country | New Zealand |
| Local authority | Auckland |
| Electoral ward | Albert-Eden-Puketāpapa ward |
| Local board | Albert-Eden Local Board |
| Area | |
| • Land | 112 ha (277 acre) |
| Population
(June 2023)
|
|
| • Total | 3,740 |
  Waterview, New Zealand  |
||
Waterview is a suburb in Auckland, New Zealand. It sits on the western side of Auckland's narrow land strip. To its east is Oakley Creek, and to the south is Heron Park. The Waitematā Harbour is to the west, which includes the Motu Manawa (Pollen Island) Marine Reserve. The Northwestern Motorway and an inlet of Oakley Creek are to the north.
Waterview is mostly a place where people live. Many residents travel to work in other areas. There are only a few local shops, like a dairy, a laundromat, a bakery, and a community-run cafe. More shops and facilities are available in nearby Point Chevalier or Avondale, which are about a 20-30 minute walk away.
Contents
Who Lives in Waterview?
Waterview covers about 1.12 square kilometers. As of 2023, it had an estimated population of about 4,077 people. This means there are around 3,640 people living in each square kilometer.
| Historical population | ||
|---|---|---|
| Year | Pop. | ±% p.a. |
| 2006 | 3,345 | — |
| 2013 | 3,303 | −0.18% |
| 2018 | 3,375 | +0.43% |
| 2023 | 4,077 | +3.85% |
The population of Waterview has been growing. In 2023, there were 4,077 people living here. This was an increase of 702 people since 2018. It was also 774 more people than in 2013.
There were 1,965 males, 2,085 females, and 24 people of other genders. They lived in 1,470 homes. The average age of people in Waterview was 33 years old. This is younger than the national average of 38.1 years.
- About 20.2% of people were under 15 years old.
- About 23.4% were aged 15 to 29.
- About 47.2% were aged 30 to 64.
- About 9.2% were 65 years or older.
People in Waterview come from many different backgrounds. Many people identified as European (51.7%). Others identified as Māori (13.8%), Pasifika (23.4%), or Asian (20.1%). A smaller number were from the Middle East, Latin America, or Africa (7.7%).
Most people (92.1%) spoke English. Some also spoke Māori (2.9%) or Samoan (6.0%). Many other languages were spoken too (23.9%).
Many people in Waterview have completed higher education. About 35.5% of people aged 15 or older had a university degree or higher. Another 39.9% had a post-high school certificate or diploma.
Waterview's Past
The Waterview area, also known by its Māori name Waitango, has many important historical sites. These include old settlements from both Māori people and early European settlers. There is also a well-preserved site of an old mill and tannery called Star Mill/Garret Bros Tannery. This site is very important historically. It once used the stream's water to power a large waterwheel.
The number of people living in Waterview has been quite steady since 2006, but has recently seen a good increase.
Getting Around Waterview
A big project for Waterview was building the SH20 motorway. This road connects Hillsborough to the Northwestern Motorway. The plan for the road through Waterview was debated for a long time. Eventually, a route was approved in 2011. This plan included a new motorway tunnel entrance and an interchange at the north end of the suburb. This meant some homes in the area had to be moved.
Waterview has good public transport. You can travel to many places across Auckland. There is also a shared path for walking and cycling. This path connects Waterview with Mt Albert and other suburbs along the State Highway 16 cycle route.
Learning in Waterview
Waterview Primary School is a school for children from years 1 to 6. It teaches both boys and girls. As of 2024, it has about 320 students. The school first opened in 1950. The original school building had to be taken down. A new school was built as part of the Waterview Connection project.
There isn't a high school directly in Waterview. However, there are several state high schools nearby. These include Avondale College, Western Springs College, and Mount Albert Grammar School.
Fun Places in Waterview
Howlett Reserve is a nice coastal walkway. It's located where the Oakley Creek flows into the Waitematā Harbour. This area is also near the Motu Manawa (Pollen Island) Marine Reserve. It's a great spot to enjoy nature and the water.
