Police are making inquiries after a 19-year-old woman was reported missing by her family in Upper Hutt.

Maia Johnston left a family address in Totara Park, Upper Hutt, at around 8:30pm last night to go for a walk and has not been seen since, authorities say.

"Maia’s family are concerned about her well-being and are anxious to locate her. The photo of Maia attached to this release was taken yesterday and shows the clothing she was last seen wearing," police said.

People with information are urged to call 105, citing file number 241222/0237.