The Northern Nairobi postal zone represents one of the most dynamic and internationally connected regions of Kenya’s capital city. It covers diplomatic regions such as Gigiri, the Westlands area, and even affluent residential areas like Muthaiga and Trading centers such as Eastleigh. The Northern Nairobi postal zone operates with a range of postal codes primarily spanning from 00600 to 00625, with the additional code 00800 serving the Westlands commercial district.
Below is the table summary of the Northern Nairobi Postal Codes Information Overview:
| Area | Postal Code | Notable Features |
|---|---|---|
| Ngara Road | 00600 | Transitional area between CBD and northern suburbs |
| Gigiri | 00601 | UN headquarters, diplomatic enclave |
| Lavington | 00603 | Upscale residential area |
| Lower Kabete | 00604 | Northwestern residential area |
| Kamiti | 00607 | Area near maximum security prison |
| Kenyatta University | 00609 | Major educational institution |
| Eastleigh | 00610 | Vibrant commercial district with Somali influence |
| Ruaraka | 00618 | Mixed industrial and residential area |
| Muthaiga | 00619 | Exclusive residential neighborhood |
| Parklands | 00623 | Diverse area with Asian-Kenyan influence |
| Westlands | 00800 | Premier commercial district |
Administrative Structure
From an administrative perspective, the Northern Nairobi postal zone covers four sub-counties:
It is important to note that each sub-county further contains multiple wards that handle local governance issues, including infrastructure development that impacts postal service delivery.
Below is an interactive Map of Nairobi County with the Northern Part Covered: