Kempton Park, Urban residential district in Ekurhuleni, South Africa
Kempton Park is an urban residential district in Ekurhuleni that spreads east of Johannesburg in Gauteng Province. The area combines residential neighborhoods with shopping centers, industrial zones, and transport hubs across multiple suburbs.
The settlement was founded in 1903 when mining activities drew workers and settlers to the region. Over the following decades, the town grew steadily and later became part of the newly formed Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality.
Residents gather in local parks and public squares where braai grills are often set up and sports like rugby or cricket are played on weekends. Street names throughout the area reflect South African history, and some neighborhoods still display early 20th-century architecture.
Main roads like Pretoria Road and Swart Road run through different neighborhoods and connect residential areas with commercial districts. The municipal customer service office is located at the intersection of these two roads and operates on weekdays.
The international airport terminal sits directly within town limits and makes the area the main arrival point for air travelers in South Africa. Many hotels and long-term parking facilities are located in close proximity to the terminal.
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