California Postal Code 00610 (Kamukunji): All Areas
Quick Answer:
- Postal Code(s): 00610
- Sub-County: Kamukunji
- Location: Central–eastern Nairobi
- Population (2019): 17,492 registered voters in 2022;
- Ward Type: Dense urban, mixed residential and commercial
- Main Areas: Eastleigh/California area, Waudo Road corridor, Timboroa Road area, sections of the wider Eastleigh neighborhood
California Ward uses postal code 00610 because it lies within Kamukunji Constituency, which is served by the Eastleigh post office and associated 00610 code for most addresses. The ward is a compact, high-density urban area in central–eastern Nairobi with a mix of residential buildings, small businesses, and social amenities clustered along narrow streets.
Neighboring Wards & Boundaries
| Direction | Neighboring Ward/Area | Sub-County | Postal Code |
|---|---|---|---|
| North | Eastleigh North area | Kamukunji | 00610 |
| South | Pumwani / parts of Eastleigh South | Kamukunji | 00610 |
| East | Airbase / sections of Eastleigh | Kamukunji | 00610 |
| West | Inner-city areas toward Starehe and CBD | Starehe / Kamukunji border zone | 00100–00610 (varies by exact location) |
Postal Codes For California Ward (Kamukunji)
| Location / Facility | Postal Code | Type |
|---|---|---|
| California residential neighborhood (Kamukunji) | 00610 | Residential |
| Waudo Road corridor | 00610 | Landmark / Residential |
| Timboroa Road corridor | 00610 | Landmark / Residential |
| Eastleigh–California mixed-use blocks | 00610 | Residential / Commercial |
| 1st Avenue Eastleigh (serving California residents) | 00610 | Residential / Commercial |
| 6th Street Eastleigh (near California) | 00610 | Residential / Commercial |
| 8th Street Eastleigh (California side) | 00610 | Residential / Commercial |
| Eastleigh inner streets & apartment clusters | 00610 | Residential |
| Waudo Road – upgraded urban road | 00610 | Transport |
| Timboroa Road – rehabilitated access road | 00610 | Transport |
| 1st Avenue Eastleigh – major access | 00610 | Transport |
| 6th Street Eastleigh – internal street link | 00610 | Transport |
| 8th Street Eastleigh – busy corridor | 00610 | Transport |
| Feeder roads connecting Eastleigh/California to Jogoo Road & CBD | 00610 | Transport |
| Local shops & kiosks – Waudo Road | 00610 | Commercial |
| Small businesses – Timboroa Road | 00610 | Commercial |
| Street markets – 1st Avenue Eastleigh | 00610 | Commercial |
| Retail stalls & mini-markets – 6th Street | 00610 | Commercial |
| Informal trading spots – 8th Street | 00610 | Commercial |
| Public primary schools serving California Ward | 00610 | School |
| Private day schools – Eastleigh/California | 00610 | School |
| Primary schools used as polling centres (IEBC) | 00610 | School |
| Secondary schools used as election centres | 00610 | School |
| Madrasa & religious-based learning centres | 00610 | School |
| Informal tuition centres & academies (00610 zone) | 00610 | School |
| Pumwani Maternity Hospital (serving Kamukunji) | 00610 | Health |
| Private clinics & doctors’ offices – Eastleigh | 00610 | Health |
| Community health clinics – California area | 00610 | Health |
| Pharmacies & chemists – Eastleigh streets | 00610 | Health |
| Mission/public health facilities (reachable from California) | 00610 | Health |
| Mosques on 6th Street | 00610 | Religious |
| Mosques on 8th Street | 00610 | Religious |
| Prayer facilities near Waudo & Timboroa | 00610 | Religious |
| Churches & Christian centres – Eastleigh | 00610 | Religious |
| Faith-based community centres | 00610 | Religious |
| Social halls & community meeting spaces | 00610 | Community |
| Youth & sports grounds – California Ward | 00610 | Community |
| Facilities designated as election polling stations | 00610 | Community |
| Eastleigh Post Office | 00610 | Post Office |
| Nairobi GPO (alternative) | 00100 | Alternative |
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the postal code for California Ward?
California Ward mainly uses postal code 00610, which covers the Eastleigh and Kamukunji area.
2. Where is the nearest post office to California Ward?
The nearest and most relevant post office for California Ward is Eastleigh post office, located within the Eastleigh commercial area under postal code 00610.
3. What is the postal code for the Eastleigh/California area?
The wider Eastleigh and California area uses postal code 00610.
4. Does California Ward have its own post office?
California Ward does not have a separate post office building specifically labelled “California Post Office.”
5. What areas are covered by postal code 00610?
Postal code 00610 covers the Eastleigh postal zone, including the Eastleigh commercial district and nearby residential neighborhoods such as California and adjoining inner-city blocks.
6. Can I use 00100 instead of 00610 for California?
Some organisations and individuals use Nairobi GPO code 00100 for citywide P.O. Boxes, but this is not a replacement for the local Eastleigh 00610 code.
