Welbourn, New Zealand facts for kids
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| Local authority | New Plymouth |
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| Land area | 687 ha (2.65 sq mi)* |
| Coordinates | 39°4′10″S 174°5′31″E / 39.06944°S 174.09194°E |
| Population | 3,520 (June 2023) |
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Welbourn is a suburb located in New Plymouth, a city on the western side of the North Island in New Zealand. It sits to the southeast of the main city area. A stream called Te Henui flows through Welbourn, and State Highway 3 marks its western edge. This area first started as a settlement for railway workers.
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Who Lives in Welbourn?
Welbourn covers about 6.87 square kilometers. As of June 2023, around 3,520 people live here. This means there are about 512 people living in each square kilometer.
The people living in Welbourn come from many different backgrounds. Most residents are of European or Pākehā descent. There are also many Māori residents, along with people from Pacific Islands and Asia. This mix of cultures makes Welbourn a diverse and interesting place to live.
Schools and Learning in Welbourn
Welbourn is home to several important educational places, from primary schools to a higher education institute.
Western Institute of Technology at Taranaki
The main campus of the Western Institute of Technology at Taranaki (WITT) is located in Welbourn. This is a place where older students can go to learn many different skills and subjects.
New Plymouth Boys' High School
New Plymouth Boys' High School is a secondary school for boys aged 13 to 18 (years 9–13). It has about 1,161 students. The school first opened in 1882. For a short time, it taught both boys and girls, but they were in separate classes. In 1914, the girls moved to their own school, New Plymouth Girls' High School, leaving this school just for boys.
Central School Te Kura Waenga o Ngāmotu
Central School Te Kura Waenga o Ngāmotu is a primary school for both boys and girls aged 5 to 10 (years 1–6). It has about 262 students. This school opened in 1884, making it one of the oldest schools in the Taranaki region.
Welbourn School
Welbourn School is another primary school for boys and girls aged 5 to 10 (years 1–6). It has about 297 students. This school was built in 1932 on land that used to be for the railway. In 2008, the school celebrated its 75th birthday!
The number of students in these schools is correct as of February 2024. .
