Scottish immigration to New Zealand was significant in the early 19th century. Though Scots made up only 10% of the UK population, they accounted for 30% of UK immigrants to New Zealand between 1830-1900. Over this period, around a quarter million Scots emigrated to New Zealand. Many were drawn by the promise of land and opportunity. They helped establish settlements and shape New Zealand culture, with place names and influences still seen today.

1. Scottish Immigration to New Zealand

2. Introduction of Scottish Immigration to New Zealand Scotland is situated in the northern hemisphere, in Europe

3. It is north of England and part of the United Kingdom

4. Scotland makes up 30% of New Zealand's UK immigrants even though the Scottish only made up 10% of the United Kingdoms population Scotland Scotland

5. Introduction of Scottish Immigration to New Zealand Scotland is situated in the northern hemisphere, in Europe

6. It is north of England and part of the United Kingdom

7. Scotland makes up 30% of New Zealand's UK immigrants even though the Scottish only made up 10% of the United Kingdoms population Scotland Scotland

8. Scottish immigration Statistics Between 1830 and 1900 about a quarter of a million Scottish people emigrated to New Zealand as well as Australia

9. Scottish people have been emigrating for hundreds of years