Residents' sense of community with others in the neighbourhood (% agree)
This indicator measures a city that builds strong communities.
Vision
A city where residents feel included and connected with their wider community.
How are we doing?
In 2006, 59% of New Zealanders said they felt a sense of community. This proportion was 55% for the 12 largest cities, and 65% for the rest of New Zealand outside these cities.
Rodney rated the highest at 73%. Dunedin was around the middle and similar to Wellington. The lowest scores were found in Waitakere and Hamilton (both 50%).
Resident's sense of community with others in the neighbourhood (% agree)
| Residents who feel a sense of community in their neighbourhood (%) | |
|---|---|
| 2002 | 61 |
| 2004 | 63 |
| 2006 | 59 |
| 2008 |
Data Source: Quality of Life Survey
Last reviewed: 06 Apr 2009 11:40am
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