“Of Paheke” that’s what the name \u014cpaheke means. Ethnographer George Graham recorded this. It suggests the suburb was named after a person called Paheke.
Welcome to \u014cpaheke a vibrant suburb in Auckland. It sits south of Papakura. It’s about 32 kilometers south of Auckland CBD. \u014cpaheke marks the southernmost edge of Auckland’s metropolitan area.
Let’s explore the story of \u014cpaheke. Once governed by the \u014cpaheke Road District Board it joined Franklin County in 1916. In 2019 the name gained a macron.
\u014cpaheke covers 1.15 square kilometers. As of June 2024 its population was estimated at 3360. That’s a density of 2922 people per square kilometer.
In the 2023 census \u014cpaheke had 3237 residents. This was an increase of 369 people since 2018. It was also an increase of 645 since 2013. The suburb had 1614 males and 1617 females.
Interestingly 3.2% of people identified as LGBTIQ+. The median age here is 32.5 years. 23.2% were under 15 and 9.9% were 65 or older.
The ethnic makeup of \u014cpaheke is diverse. 55.4% identify as European. 26.4% are Māori. 18.0% are Pasifika and 18.4% are Asian.
English is widely spoken at 94.3%. Māori language is spoken by 5.1%. Samoan is spoken by 4.1%.
Regarding religion 33.2% are Christian. Smaller groups identify as Hindu Islam and Māori religious beliefs. Nearly half 46.1% reported having no religion.
Educationally 20.7% hold a bachelor’s or higher degree. 53.1% have a post-high school certificate or diploma. The median income is $47900.
\u014cpaheke also had a railway station. It initially opened as Hunua Station in 1875. The station served \u014cpaheke on the North Island Main Trunk line. It was renamed \u014cpaheke railway station on 7 January 1912. It closed in 1955.
Originally a small sixth-class station it featured a basic shelter. By 1884 it included a passenger platform and loading bank. Sadly fire damaged the station on 3 May 1956.
Today \u014cpaheke continues to evolve. \u014cpaheke School founded in 1968 serves the community. It is a coeducational full primary school.
\u014cpaheke stands as a testament to Auckland’s growth. From its humble beginnings to its present-day vibrancy it offers a unique slice of New Zealand life. Its rich history diverse community and ongoing development make it a fascinating place to explore.