Atherstone Lane is a small lane located in the Belmont suburb of Lower Hutt. The name “Atherstone” is of English origin and was chosen by the developer, Mr. Treusdell, for the Belmont Park Estate. According to Treusdell, the name had a pleasant ring to it and was reflective of the early English roots of the region.
The naming of Atherstone Lane reflects the rich cultural heritage of Lower Hutt and the role that early English settlers have played in shaping the region’s history and development.