Categories in Akaroa
Gas StationBoutiqueClothing storesWomen's clothingJustice of the PeacePainting and paint contractorsArt galleriesTourist AttractionBakeriesBars, pubs and tavernsCafesGrocery stores and supermarketsRestaurantsBack OfficeBusiness to Business ServiceHoliday Apartment RentalReal Estate AgencyDepartment storesGift ShopShoppingShopping otherBoat RampPublic parksBed and breakfastsBoat Tour AgencyFarmstayGuest HouseHoliday HomeHostelsHotelsHotels and motelsIndoor LodgingLodgeLodgingMotelSelf-Catering AccommodationServiced AccommodationTour AgencyTour OperatorTravel Agency
Industries
Business Distribution by Industry in Akaroa
| Industry Description | Number of Establishments | Average Age of Business |
|---|---|---|
| Other accommodation | 70 | 24 years |
| Travel agencies | 25 | — |
| Restaurants | 24 | — |
| Hotels and motels | 20 | — |
| Public parks | 17 | — |
| Tour operators | 16 | — |
| Shopping | 14 | — |
| Real estate | 13 | — |
| Shopping other | 11 | 26 years |
| Corporate management | 9 | — |
| Bed and breakfasts | 8 | — |
| Gifts, cards and party supplies | 8 | — |
| Grocery stores and supermarkets | 7 | — |
| Religion | 7 | — |
| Cafes | 6 | — |
| Clothing stores | 6 | — |
| Art galleries | 6 | — |
| Boats | 6 | — |
Akaroa Facts
| Area | 0.6 km² |
| Population | 300 |
| Male Population | 148 (49.4%) |
| Female Population | 152 (50.6%) |
| Population change (1975 to 2020) | -2.6% |
| Population change (2000 to 2020) | +1.0% |
| Median Age | 38.5 years (Male: 37, Female: 39.9) |
| Area Codes | 3 |
| Neighborhoods | Akaroa, rd3, The Glen, Barrys Bay, Central City |
| Local Time | |
| Timezone | New Zealand Standard Time |
| Lat & Lng | -43.79834, 172.97013 |
| Postal Codes | 7520, 7542, 7581 |
Map of Akaroa
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Akaroa Population
Years 1975 to 2020
| Data | 1975 | 1990 | 2000 | 2015 | 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 308 | 300 | 297 | 288 | 300 |
| Population Density | 547.6 / km² | 533.3 / km² | 528 / km² | 512 / km² | 533.3 / km² |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Akaroa Population change from 2000 to 2015
Decrease of 3% from year 2000 to 2015
| Location | Change since 1975 | Change since 1990 | Change since 2000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Akaroa | -6.5% | -4% | -3% |
| Canterbury, New Zealand | +24.9% | +22.6% | +12.4% |
| New Zealand | +47.1% | +33.3% | +17.4% |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Akaroa Median Age
Median Age: 38.5 years
| Location | Median Age | Median Age (Female) | Median Age (Male) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Akaroa | 38.5 yrs | 39.9 yrs | 37 yrs |
| Canterbury, New Zealand | 39.9 yrs | 40.9 yrs | 38.6 yrs |
| New Zealand | 37.9 yrs | 38.9 yrs | 36.9 yrs |
Sources: CIESIN (Center for International Earth Science Information Network)
Akaroa Population Density
Population Density: 533 / km²
| Location | Population | Area | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| Akaroa | 300 | 0.563 km² | 533 / km² |
| Canterbury, New Zealand | 573,579 | 56,795 km² | 10.1 / km² |
| New Zealand | 4.4 million | 270,103.3 km² | 16.3 / km² |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Akaroa Historical and Projected Population
Estimated Population from 1500 to 2100
Sources:
- JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
- CIESIN (Center for International Earth Science Information Network)
- [Link] Klein Goldewijk, K., Beusen, A., Doelman, J., and Stehfest, E.: Anthropogenic land use estimates for the Holocene – HYDE 3.2, Earth Syst. Sci. Data, 9, 927–953, https://doi.org/10.5194/essd-9-927-2017, 2017.
Neighborhoods in Akaroa
Percentage of businesses by neighborhood in Akaroa
Area Codes
Percentage Area Codes used by businesses in Akaroa
Postal Codes
Percentage of businesses by Postal Codes in Akaroa
Price Distribution
Business distribution by price for Akaroa
Human Development Index (HDI)
Statistic composite index of life expectancy, education, and per capita income.
Source: [Link] Kummu, M., Taka, M. &Guillaume, J. Gridded global datasets for Gross Domestic Product and Human Development Index over 1990–2015. Sci Data 5, 180004 (2018) doi:10.1038/sdata.2018.4
Akaroa CO2 Emissions
Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Emissions Per Capita in Tonnes Per Year
| Location | CO2 Emissions | CO2 Emissions Per Capita | CO2 Emissions Intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Akaroa | 2,797 tn | 9.32 tn | 4,973.2 tons/km² |
| Canterbury, New Zealand | 4,175,458 tn | 7.28 tn | 73.5 tons/km² |
| New Zealand | 37,929,206 tn | 8.61 tn | 140.4 tons/km² |
Sources: [Link] Moran, D., Kanemoto K; Jiborn, M., Wood, R., Többen, J., and Seto, K.C. (2018) Carbon footprints of 13,000 cities. Environmental Research Letters DOI: 10.1088/1748-9326/aac72a
Akaroa CO2 Emissions
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) | 2,797 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) per capita | 9.32 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions intensity (tonnes/km²/year) | 4,973.2 tons/km² |
Natural Hazards Risk
Relative risk out of 10
| Hazard | Risk Level |
|---|---|
| Flood | Medium (4) |
| Earthquake | High (8) |
| Landslide | High (8) |
* Risk, particularly concerning flood or landslide, may not be for the entire area.
Sources:
- Dilley, M., R.S. Chen, U. Deichmann, A.L. Lerner-Lam, M. Arnold, J. Agwe, P. Buys, O. Kjekstad, B. Lyon, and G. Yetman. 2005. Natural Disaster Hotspots: A Global Risk Analysis. Washington, D.C.: World Bank. https://doi.org/10.1596/0-8213-5930-4.
- Center for Hazards and Risk Research - CHRR - Columbia University, Center for International Earth Science Information Network - CIESIN - Columbia University, and Norwegian Geotechnical Institute - NGI. 2005. Global Landslide Hazard Distribution. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4P848VZ.
- Center for Hazards and Risk Research - CHRR - Columbia University, Center for International Earth Science Information Network - CIESIN - Columbia University. 2005. Global Flood Hazard Frequency and Distribution. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4668B3D.
- Center for Hazards and Risk Research - CHRR - Columbia University, Center for International Earth Science Information Network - CIESIN - Columbia University. 2005. Global Earthquake Hazard Distribution - Peak Ground Acceleration. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4BZ63ZS.
Recent Nearby Earthquakes
Magnitude 3.0 and greater
| Date▼ | Time↕ | Magnitude↕ | Distance↕ | Depth↕ | Location↕ | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/19/18 | 11:32 AM | 3.7 | 29.6 km | 21,480 m | 10km SE of Christchurch, New Zealand | usgs.gov |
| 5/11/16 | 8:45 AM | 4.4 | 17 km | 10,000 m | 25km ESE of Christchurch, New Zealand | usgs.gov |
| 3/12/16 | 10:01 AM | 4.4 | 32.5 km | 19,000 m | 14km E of Christchurch, New Zealand | usgs.gov |
| 2/28/16 | 2:32 PM | 4.3 | 27.5 km | 10,000 m | 14km ESE of Christchurch, New Zealand | usgs.gov |
| 8/9/12 | 8:03 AM | 3.7 | 28.5 km | 7,700 m | South Island of New Zealand | usgs.gov |
| 6/1/12 | 8:52 PM | 4.3 | 30.3 km | 8,700 m | South Island of New Zealand | usgs.gov |
| 5/20/12 | 5:06 AM | 4.2 | 31.1 km | 7,500 m | South Island of New Zealand | usgs.gov |
| 4/21/12 | 6:35 PM | 4.3 | 33.3 km | 13,800 m | South Island of New Zealand | usgs.gov |
| 3/17/12 | 11:55 AM | 4.3 | 28.3 km | 12,500 m | South Island of New Zealand | usgs.gov |
| 2/10/12 | 9:36 AM | 4 | 31.4 km | 9,200 m | South Island of New Zealand | usgs.gov |
Source: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)
Akaroa
Akaroa is a small town on Banks Peninsula in the Canterbury region of the South Island of New Zealand, situated within a harbour of the same name. The name Akaroa is Kāi Tahu Māori for 'Long Harbour', which would be spelt Whangaroa in standard Māori...
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