Langata is a sub-county located in southwestern Nairobi County. It serves as an administrative and residential centre, bordering Kajiado County to the south and neighboring Kibra and Dagoretti Sub-Counties. Langata’s main postal code for its sub-county headquarters is 00509, with codes ranging from 00506 to 00515 across its wards.
Langata at a Glance
| Category | Detail |
|---|---|
| Year Established | 2013 |
| Parent County | Nairobi County |
| Geographic Location | Southwest Nairobi |
| Total Area (sq km) | 217.4 |
| Population (2023 est.) | 291,962 |
| Number of Wards | 5 |
| Number of Constituencies | 2 |
Administrative Structure
Langata Sub-County operates under Nairobi Metropolitan Services (NMS), with a Sub-County Administrator overseeing day-to-day operations. It aligns with the Langata Constituency, represented by a Member of Parliament, and includes five wards managed by elected Members of the County Assembly (MCAs).
| Administrative Unit | Name |
|---|---|
| Constituency | Langata, Kibra |
| Wards | Karen |
| Mugumo-Ini | |
| Nyayo Highrise | |
| South C | |
| Nairobi West |
Complete Langata Postal Code List
Below is the 2025 verified list:
| Ward/Town/Area | Postal Code | Facility Type |
|---|---|---|
| Langata Sub-County HQ | 00509 | Government Office |
| Karen | 00508 | Residential/Commercial |
| South C | 00506 | Residential/Commerce |
| Nyayo Highrise | 00507 | Residential |
| Mugumo-Ini | 00510 | Residential |
| Residential/Commercial | 00515 | Residential |
| Langata Road | 00509 | Post Office |
| Nairobi National Park | 00511 | Conservation Area |
| Wilson Airport | 00512 | Transportation Hub |
| Langata Military Barracks | 00513 | Government Facility |
| T-Mall | 00514 | Commercial |
FAQ
What are the constituencies of langata?
Langata has two constituencies, namely Lang’ata and Kibra Constituencies.
What is the postal code for Langata, Kenya?
00509