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Birchville, New Zealand
Wellington Region · New Zealand
Birchville is a small town in Wellington Region, New Zealand with a population of 3,840. Elevation: 804 ft (245 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).
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About Birchville
Birchville Dam is believed to be the second unreinforced concrete arch dam built for water supply in New Zealand. It was built in 1930 for the Upper Hutt Borough Council to provide increased water capacity for the borough and replaced a water supply weir built in 1913–1914 at the same location on Clarke's Creek, near Birchville. Decommissioned in 1958, when Upper Hutt joined the Wellington regional water scheme, this dam is now an historic attraction on the Cannon Point Walkway.
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AClimate
| Population | 3,840 |
| Population Density | 18 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 804 ft (245 m) |
| Coordinates | -41.0883°, 175.0902° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Wellington Region |
| Average Temperature | 57°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 70.1 inches (1,782 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.5 inches (4 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $48,800 |
| Median Age | 37.2 years |
About Birchville
Birchville is a small town in New Zealand (Wellington Region) with a population of 3,840. The city sits at an elevation of 804 feet (245 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 70.1 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Birchville vs New Zealand Average
Income: Birchville vs New Zealand
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Income
| Median HH Income | $48,800 |
| 35% below New Zealand avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $49,076 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $944 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.1% |
| 41% above New Zealand avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 353 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $223,600 |
| 21% below New Zealand avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,118 |
| 4% below New Zealand avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 64.5% |
| Owner-Occupied | 64.5% |
| Renter-Occupied | 35.5% |
| Housing Units | 1,536 |
Property Tax
Climate in Birchville
Birchville has an average annual temperature of 13.1°C (56°F). The hottest month is Feb (17.4°C), the coldest is Jul (8.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 990 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.8°F |
| 5% above New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 273 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 804 ft (245 m) |
| Area | 209.3 sq mi (542.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 18/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -41.0883°N, 175.0902°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 11.0 m (36 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1855 | NORTHERN ISLAND | Earthquake | 11.0 m | — | 20 km |
| 2013 | WELLINGTON | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 106 km |
| 2013 | COOK STRAIT | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 93 km |
| 1855 | WHARANUI | Earthquake | — | — | 125 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65°F (18°C) | 4.2 in | Warmest |
| February | 60°F (16°C) | 3.4 in | Driest |
| March | 58°F (15°C) | 4.8 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 4.4 in | |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 6.6 in | |
| June | 45°F (7°C) | 6.8 in | Coldest |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 7.5 in | Wettest |
| August | 45°F (7°C) | 6.2 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 5.7 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 6.1 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 58°F (14°C) | 5.5 in |
Birchville has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 45°F in June to 65°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 66.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.5") and February the driest (3.4").
Schools in Birchville
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birchville School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Birchville
17 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ZM Wellington (new) | — | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| 95bFM - FLAC | university radio, university of auckland | OGG 64 kbps | |
| Coast Access Radio MP3 | community radio | MP3 134 kbps | |
| 95bFM - 256Kbps MP3 | university radio, university of auckland | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Radioactive.FM 88.6 | alternative, indie | MP3 320 kbps | |
| RNZ National | — | MP3 64 kbps | |
| jakemusic | random | MP3 | |
| The Cheese | gen-x, music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Wellington Access Radio | community, culture | MP3 134 kbps | |
| KIX FM | classic rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 95bFM - 64kbps AAC+ | university radio, university of auckland | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| TLC Radio Northland | — | MP3 | |
| Heads FM Mangawhai 106.4 | community, rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Mushroom FM | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Mouthfull Radio | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| World FM Tawa 88.2 | current affairs, kiwi | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Paekakariki 88.2FM | community, eclectic | AAC 64 kbps |
Museums in Birchville
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fell Engine Museum | ||||
| Golder's Cottage | ||||
| Kapiti Aviation Museum | ||||
| Kapiti Coast Museum | ||||
| Munitions Laboratory and Muesum / Public Toilets | ||||
| New Zealand Police Museum | ||||
| Paekakariki Station and Museum | ||||
| Petone Settlers Museum | ||||
| Silver Stream Railway Museum | ||||
| Southward Car Museum | ||||
| Te Māori Waiwhetu Cultural Centre and Museum | ||||
| The Dowse Art Museum | ||||
| Wellington Tramway Museum |
Libraries in Birchville
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastbourne Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Featherston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lower Hutt War Memorial Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Moera Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Naenae Kitty Mildenhall Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Paekākāriki Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Paraparaumu Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Petone Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pinehaven Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pukerua Bay Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pukerua Bay Library Building | 0.0 | |||||
| Stokes Valley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Upper Hutt City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Waikanae Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wainuiomata Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Whitby Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Birchville
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riverbank Market | |||||
| Waitangirua Market |
Monuments in Birchville
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Birchville
1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Birchville
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Birchville
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boneface Brewing Co | ||||
| Duncan's Brewing Company | ||||
| Kereru Brewing Company, Limited | ||||
| Panhead Brewery | ||||
| Te Aro Brewing Company | ||||
| Tuatara Brewery |
Airports Near Birchville
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Wellington International Airport | WLG | Large Airport |
| Hood Airport | MRO | Medium Airport |
| Paraparaumu Airport | PPQ | Medium Airport |
| Foxpine Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Martinborough Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Otaki Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Papawai Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Birchville
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Hand Rehab |
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What is the population of Birchville?
Birchville has a population of 3,840 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 209.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.2 years.
Is Birchville expensive to live in?
The median household income is $48,800, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $223,600 (21% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,118 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Birchville?
Birchville enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 70.1 inches, with 1.5 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Birchville?
The unemployment rate in Birchville is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $944. There are 353 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Birchville?
The median home value in Birchville is $223,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,118. The homeownership rate is 64.5%.