Limuru is a Sub-County on the eastern edge of the Rift Valley, approximately 30 kilometers northwest of Nairobi in Kiambu County. Limuru’s postal code is 00217, and its sub-county’s postal codes range between 00217 and 00229, covering towns like Nderu (00229) and Ngecha (00218).
Limuru at a Glance
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Year Established | 2013 |
| Parent County | Kiambu |
| Geographic Location | Eastern edge of Great Rift Valley, 30km NW of Nairobi |
| Total Area (sq km) | 281.7 |
| Population (2019 Census) | 159,314 |
| Number of Wards | 5 |
| Number of Constituencies | 1 (Limuru Constituency) |
Administrative Structure
Limuru Sub-County operates under Kiambu County’s devolved government system, led by a Sub-County Administrator appointed by the County Governor. It collaborates with county departments on healthcare, agriculture, and infrastructure.
The sub-county falls under the Limuru Constituency, represented in the National Assembly with five wards as follows:
| Administrative Unit Type | Name of Unit |
|---|---|
| Constituency | Limuru Constituency |
| Wards | Limuru Central Ward Ndeiya Ward Limuru East Ward Bibirioni Ward Ngecha-Tigoni Ward |
Complete Limuru Postal Code List
Below are the verified postal codes for Limuru:
| Ward/Town/Area | Postal Code | Facility Type |
|---|---|---|
| Limuru | 00217 | Post Office/Commercial Hub |
| Nderu | 00229 | Residential/Agricultural Zone |
| Ngecha | 00218 | Residential/Health Center |