Timaru Postal Codes, Canterbury New Zealand

Find all official postal codes and zip codes for Timaru, located in Canterbury, New Zealand. The table below lists the specific postal codes for various places, towns, and neighborhoods within Timaru to ensure your mail and packages are correctly routed.

Timaru on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Timaru district councils in New Zealand. The postal codes listed on this page correspond to specific towns, villages, and post offices within this area.

What to Know About Timaru

Key Facts

Timaru is a city and district located in the Canterbury region of New Zealand's South Island. Situated approximately 160 kilometers southwest of Christchurch along the eastern coastline, Timaru serves as a major urban center for the surrounding agricultural hinterland. The city covers an area of about 2,736 square kilometers and has a population of around 48,400 people, making it one of the larger settlements in South Canterbury. Timaru District is administratively divided into several wards and communities, including the urban area of Timaru itself along with surrounding rural settlements. The city's economy is primarily based on agriculture, with significant dairy farming, sheep farming, and crop production in the surrounding plains, complemented by port activities at Timaru's harbor which handles agricultural exports. The district's landscape transitions from coastal areas to the inland foothills of the Southern Alps, creating diverse geographical features. To access detailed postal code information for Timaru's various suburbs and surrounding areas, visitors can explore the specific sub-regions within the district.

Neighboring Regions

* Waimate District

* Mackenzie District

* Ashburton District