Westlands is a Sub-County located in Nairobi County, northwest of Nairobi’s Central Business District (CBD). It was established in 2013 as part of Kenya’s devolved governance reforms, where it serves as the administrative centre for most government ministries. It also hosts diplomatic missions, corporate headquarters, and upscale residential areas like Muthaiga and Parklands.. The main postal code for Westlands Sub-County headquarters is 00800.
Westlands Sub-County at a Glance
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Year Established | 2013 |
| Parent County | Nairobi County |
| Geographic Location | Northwest Nairobi, 3.2 km from CBD |
| Total Area (sq km) | 97.5 |
| Population (Latest Census) | 418,500 (2019 estimate) |
| Number of Wards | 5 |
| Number of Constituencies | 1 (Westlands Constituency) |
Administrative Structure
Westlands Sub-County operates under the Nairobi City County Government, led by Governor Johnson Sakaja. It follows Kenya’s decentralized governance model, with a Sub-County Administrator overseeing day-to-day operations, public service delivery, and coordination with county departments.
The sub-county collaborates closely with the Westlands Constituency Office, headed by Member of Parliament Tim Wanyonyi, to address infrastructure and community needs. Below are all the wards in Westlands:
| Administrative Unit Type | Name of Unit |
|---|---|
| Constituency | Westlands Constituency |
| Wards | Parklands, Kangemi, Karura, Kitisuru, Mountain View |
Complete Westlands Sub-County Postal Code List
Westlands Sub-County uses Nairobi’s five-digit postal code system, with codes beginning with 00 to denote the capital region. All the Postal codes around the Westlands region are as follows:
| Ward/Town/Area Name | Specific Postal Code | Facility Type |
|---|---|---|
| Westlands HQ | 00800 | Sub-County Headquarters |
| Parklands | 00623 | Post Office |
| Kangemi | 00625 | Post Office |
| Karura | 00800 | Delivery Office |
| Kitisuru | 00619 | Post Office |
| Mountain View | 00800 | Post Office |
| Lavington | 00603 | Post Office |
FAQ
What is the postal code of Westlands, Kenya?
00800
What is the postal code 00606 in Kenya?
Sarit Centre
What is the postal code for Nairobi?
The Mian postal code for Nairobi is 00100, which belongs to the General Post Office (GPO)
Which sub-county is Westlands?
Westlands Sub-county