Dagoretti North is a Sub-County located in Nairobi County, approximately 10 km west of Nairobi’s central business district. It was formed in 2010 under Kenya’s devolved governance framework and came into effect after the 2013 general elections. Dagoretti North’s main postal code for its headquarters in Lavington is 00603, while the sub-county’s postal code range spans 00603–00800, covering residential, commercial, and institutional areas.
Dagoretti North at a Glance
| Year Established | Parent County | Geographic Location | Total Area (sq km) | Population (Latest Census) | Number of Wards | Number of Constituencies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Nairobi | Western Nairobi, Kenya | 29 | 185,777 (2019 KNBS) | 5 | 1 (Dagoretti North) |
Administrative Structure
Dagoretti North Sub-County operates under Nairobi County’s devolved government system, with oversight from the National Government Constituencies Development Fund (NG-CDF) for grassroots projects.
The Dagoretti North Sub-County houses the Dagoretti North constituency, which has five wards as follows:
| Administrative Unit Type | Name of Unit |
|---|---|
| Constituency | Dagoretti North |
| Wards | Kilimani, Kawangware, Gatina, Kileleshwa, Kabiro |
Complete Dagoretti North Postal Code List
Below are all postal Codes For Dagoretti North:
| Ward/Town/Area Name | Specific Postal Code | Facility Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lavington | 00603 | Residential/Commercial |
| Kilimani | 00800 | Commercial Hub |
| Kileleshwa | 00603 | Mixed-Use |
| Kawangware | 00508 | Residential |
| Gatina | 00517 | Residential |
| Kabiro | Awaiting Official Assignment | |
| Maziwa | 00800 | Residential |
| Yaya Towers | 00508 | Commercial |