Redwoodtown is Blenheim’s largest suburb, with an estimated population of 10,500 (June 2025 Stats NZ) at a density of 2,425 people per km² — by some margin the most populous Blenheim suburb. It’s a established family-oriented residential area on the southern side of the town, home to Redwoodtown School, the Redwoodtown shopping centre, and Oliver Park (the community park with playground, bike track and sports fields). The suburb’s planned street grid and concentration of family amenities have made it the default choice for Blenheim families across decades.
Practical Information
| Location | Southern side of Blenheim |
| Population | ~10,500 (June 2025 Stats NZ estimate) |
| Population density | 2,425 people per km² — the most densely populated Blenheim suburb |
| School | Redwoodtown School |
| Shopping | Redwoodtown shopping centre |
| Park | Oliver Park (27 Bythell Street) — playground, sealed bike track with traffic markings, sports fields |
| Character | Established family-oriented residential — planned grid, mature trees |
About Redwoodtown
Redwoodtown is by some margin the most populated suburb in Blenheim — around 10,500 residents according to the June 2025 Stats NZ estimate. The high population density (2,425 people per km²) reflects the suburb’s planned grid layout and consistent residential development through the mid-20th century, when much of Redwoodtown was developed as family housing.
The defining suburb amenities are clustered close together: Redwoodtown School (the local primary school), the Redwoodtown shopping centre, and Oliver Park — the community park at 27 Bythell Street with its fenced playground, sealed bike training track (with painted traffic markings), and rugby/rugby league/football fields. The shopping centre, school and park together make a complete family-suburb micro-precinct.
Where to Learn More
Wikipedia — Redwoodtown — overview of the suburb with population statistics and cited sources.
Blenheim Suburbs guide — overview of all Blenheim suburbs for comparison.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Redwoodtown in Blenheim?
On the southern side of Blenheim.
What is the population of Redwoodtown?
Around 10,500 (June 2025 Stats NZ estimate) — by some margin Blenheim’s largest suburb.
Is there a school in Redwoodtown?
Yes — Redwoodtown School.
Is there a park in Redwoodtown?
Yes — Oliver Park at 27 Bythell Street, with a playground, a sealed bike track (with traffic markings), and sports fields.
Is there a shopping centre in Redwoodtown?
Yes — the Redwoodtown shopping centre serves the suburb’s day-to-day needs.
For more Blenheim suburbs see the Blenheim Suburbs guide. The connected attraction is Oliver Park.
