The Coast Region comprises 6 counties with postal codes ranging from 80100 to 80410. This region includes Mombasa, Kwale, Kilifi, Tana River, Lamu, and Taita Taveta counties, characterized by distinct postal code clusters: Mombasa (801xx), Kilifi/Malindi (802xx), Taita Taveta (803xx), and Kwale (804xx) .
Coast Region at a Glance
| Regional Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Counties | 6 |
| County Names | Mombasa, Kwale, Kilifi, Tana River, Lamu, Taita Taveta |
| Postal Code Range | 80100 – 80410 |
| Regional Area (sq km) | 83,603 |
| Total Population | 4.3 million (2019 Census) |
| Regional Headquarters | Mombasa City |
| Major Economic Activities | Tourism, Port Logistics, Agriculture, Fishing |
| Primary Languages | Swahili, Mijikenda dialects, English |
| Climate Zones | Coastal Tropical, Arid Interior |
| Regional Postal Distribution Centers | Mombasa GPO (80100), Ukunda (80400), Malindi (80200) |
| Cross-Border Points | Lunga Lunga (Tanzania border) |
| Main Commercial Centers | Mombasa Island, Diani, Malindi, Voi |
| Tourist Destinations | Diani Beach, Lamu Old Town, Tsavo East National Park |
Regional Administrative Structure
The Coast Region is administered by a Regional Commissioner, who coordinates national government functions across counties. The regional administration interfaces with elected county governments through the Regional Development Executive Committee, chaired by the Commissioner with county governors as members. This structure facilitates intergovernmental coordination on security, infrastructure, and postal service integration.
Administratively, the region is divided into 24 sub-counties and 120 wards, aligning postal services with local administrative units.
Coastal Kenya Postal Codes
Coastal Kenya is made up of 6 counties with postal codes in the range of 80100 to 80410 managed by the Postal Corporation of Kenya (PCK) as follows:
| County | Headquarters | Postal Code | Major Towns |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mombasa | Mombasa City | 80100 | Nyali, Likoni, Kengeleni |
| Kwale | Kwale Town | 80400 | Ukunda, Msambweni, Shimoni |
| Kilifi | Kilifi Town | 80108 | Mariakani, Watamu |
| Malindi | Malindi Town | 80200 | Magarini, Gongoni |
| Taita Taveta | Voi | 80300 | Taveta, Wundanyi |
| Tana River | Hola | 70101 | Garsen, Kipini |
| Lamu | Lamu Town | 80500 | Faza, Mpeketoni |