Quick Answer:
- Postal Code(s): 00521
- Sub-County: Embakasi East
- Location: Eastern Nairobi
- Area: Approximately 16.5 km²
- Population (2019): About 40,000
- Ward Type: Peri-Urban, rapidly growing residential
- Main Areas: Utawala Shooters, Benedicta, Githunguri, 83 Park Estate, Royal Court, Sidney Grove, Muungano Estate, Riverside Court
Utawala is officially part of Embakasi East Constituency in Nairobi County and primarily uses postal code 00521 for all its areas. Spanning roughly 16.5 km², the ward is situated in eastern Nairobi adjacent to Machakos County. The boundaries of Utawala are marked by major routes including the Eastern Bypass, which acts as the main thoroughfare, and its proximity to Githunguri and Mihango.
Neighboring Wards & Boundaries
| Direction | Neighboring Ward/Area | Sub-County | Postal Code |
|---|---|---|---|
| North | Mihango | Embakasi East | 00521 |
| South | Komarock, part of Kamulu | Embakasi Central/East | 00521 |
| East | Ruai (Machakos Border) | Kasarani/Mavoko | Varies |
| West | Embakasi | Embakasi East | 00521 |
Postal Codes For Utawala (Embakasi East)
| # | Ward/Area | Location / Facility | Postal Code | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAJOR AREAS & LANDMARKS | ||||
| 1 | Utawala Shooters | Shooters Estate Residential Area | 00521 | Residential |
| 2 | Benedicta | Benedicta Estate | 00521 | Residential |
| 3 | Githunguri | Githunguri Residential Area | 00521 | Residential |
| 4 | 83 Park Estate | 83 Park Estate | 00521 | Residential |
| 5 | Royal Court | Royal Court | 00521 | Residential |
| 6 | Sidney Grove | Sidney Grove Townhouses | 00521 | Residential |
| 7 | Muungano Estate | Muungano Cooperative Housing | 00521 | Residential |
| 8 | Riverside Court | Riverside Court | 00521 | Residential |
| 9 | Impala Estate | Along Kibiku Road | 00521 | Residential |
| MAJOR ROADS & ACCESS | ||||
| 10 | Utawala | Eastern Bypass (Main Highway) | 00521 | Transport |
| 11 | Githunguri | Kangundo Road | 00521 | Transport |
| 12 | Utawala | Utawala Bypass Road | 00521 | Transport |
| 13 | Utawala | Githunguri Road | 00521 | Transport |
| 14 | Mihang’o Border | Githunguri-Utawala Link Road | 00521 | Transport |
| COMMERCIAL & MARKETS | ||||
| 15 | Shooters | Shooters Mini Market | 00521 | Commercial |
| 16 | Benedicta | Benedicta Shopping Center | 00521 | Commercial |
| 17 | Utawala | Capital Shopping Mall | 00521 | Commercial |
| 18 | Utawala | Quickmart Utawala | 00521 | Commercial |
| 19 | Githunguri | Githunguri Market | 00521 | Commercial |
| SCHOOLS & EDUCATION | ||||
| 20 | Shooters | Utawala Academy | 00521 | School |
| 21 | Benedicta | Benedicta Primary School | 00521 | School |
| 22 | Githunguri | Zion Academy | 00521 | School |
| 23 | Shooters | Bright Academy | 00521 | School |
| 24 | Utawala | Rophine International School | 00521 | School |
| 25 | Utawala | St. Daniel Comboni School | 00521 | School |
| 26 | Utawala | Utawala Secondary School | 00521 | School |
| 27 | Utawala | St. Bakhita Elite School | 00521 | School |
| 28 | Utawala | Medina Schools | 00521 | School |
| 29 | Utawala | Carmel Catholic Primary School | 00521 | School |
| 30 | Utawala | Utawala Kindergarten & Primary | 00521 | School |
| HEALTHCARE FACILITIES | ||||
| 31 | Utawala | Utawala Estate Health Centre | 00521 | Health |
| 32 | Utawala | Grace Memorial Hospital | 00521 | Health |
| 33 | Utawala | Jamaa Mission Hospital | 00521 | Health |
| 34 | Utawala | Equity Afia Medical Centre | 00521 | Health |
| 35 | Utawala | St. Josepic Medical Centre Naivas | 00521 | Health |
| 36 | Utawala | Utawala Medical Centre | 00521 | Health |
| RELIGIOUS CENTERS | ||||
| 37 | Utawala | Holy Family Catholic Church | 00521 | Religious |
| 38 | Utawala | ACK St. Monica Parish | 00521 | Religious |
| 39 | Utawala | Jubilee Christian Church | 00521 | Religious |
| 40 | Utawala | JESUS Celebration Centre MC | 00521 | Religious |
| 41 | Utawala | Mosque Utawala | 00521 | Religious |
| 42 | Githunguri | PEFA Church Utawala | 00521 | Religious |
| COMMUNITY & SOCIAL FACILITIES | ||||
| 43 | Utawala | Shooters Inn (Community) | 00521 | Community |
| 44 | Utawala | Soweto Social Hall | 00521 | Community |
| 45 | Utawala | Utawala Administration Office | 00521 | Community |
| POSTAL SERVICES | ||||
| 46 | Embakasi Village | Embakasi Post Office | 00521 | Post Office |
| 47 | Pipeline Area | Pipeline Post Office | 00519 | Alternative |
| 48 | JKIA Terminal | JKIA Post Office | 00501 | Alternative |
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the postal code for Utawala Ward?
Utawala uses postal code 00521 for all mail and parcel deliveries. Residents, institutions, and businesses should use this code for addressing purposes.
2. Where is the nearest post office to Utawala?
The nearest post office is the Embakasi Post Office in Embakasi Village, roughly 8 km away by road.
3. What is the postal code for Utawala Shooters?
Shooters Estate and the surrounding Utawala area use postal code 00521 for all residential and business addresses.
4. Does Utawala have its own post office?
There is currently no dedicated post office within Utawala itself. Residents are served by nearby Embakasi and Pipeline branches.
5. What areas are covered by postal code 00521?
Postal code 00521 covers all major areas in Utawala, including Shooters, Benedicta, Githunguri, Sidney Grove, and 83 Park Estate.