Canterbury, New Zealand · Oceania
Kensington sits on the route: 5 minutes from Waimataitai.
Kensington is a town located in Canterbury, New Zealand. With a population of 1,640, it is an important destination in Oceania.
On a road trip, Kensington sits in New Zealand, where you drive on the left. It's in the Pacific/Auckland time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Kensington to your route.
Kensington is a suburb of Timaru, in the South Canterbury area and Canterbury region of New Zealand's South Island. It is located south of the town centre.
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Kensington is located in Canterbury, New Zealand, Oceania. The coordinates are -44.4120 latitude, 171.2470 longitude.
Kensington has a population of approximately 1,640 people, making it a town in New Zealand.
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