What is the population pattern of New Zealand? How much population hindu and muslim?

 What is the population pattern of New Zealand? How much population hindu and muslim?

As of the 2023 New Zealand census, the resident population was 4,993,923, reflecting a 6.3% increase from the 2018 census figure. 

This growth continues a trend observed over recent decades, with the population increasing at an annual rate of approximately 1.4–2.0%. en.wikipedia.org

New Zealand's population is predominantly urban, with around 86% residing in urban areas. The North Island houses approximately 76% of the population, while the South Island accounts for about 24%. Auckland, the largest city, has over 1.4 million residents. 

Regarding religious affiliation, the 2023 census reported that 51.6% of the population identified as having no religion, up from 48.2% in 2018. Christians comprised 32.3% of the population, down from 36.5% in 2018. Hindus represented 2.9% (approximately 144,000 individuals), and Muslims accounted for 1.5% (around 68,000 individuals). 

These figures indicate a growing diversity in New Zealand's religious landscape, with notable increases in both Hindu and Muslim populations.