Racecourse Postal Codes: 30112 | Kesses, Uasin Gishu

Key Facts

Racecourse is a specific location within Kesses sub-county in Uasin Gishu County, Kenya. Situated in the western highlands region of Kenya, Racecourse lies approximately 20 kilometers northwest of Eldoret, the county headquarters and major urban center of Uasin Gishu. This area forms part of the fertile agricultural heartland of western Kenya, characterized by its moderate climate and productive farmland. While specific population data for Racecourse as a distinct locality isn't typically recorded separately in national censuses, it falls within the broader Kesses sub-county which had a population of approximately 161,000 people according to the 2019 Kenya Population and Housing Census. The area covers several square kilometers of predominantly agricultural land, with maize, wheat, and dairy farming being the primary economic activities. Racecourse is administratively organized as part of Kesses Ward within Kesses sub-county, which contains multiple smaller settlements and villages. The name 'Racecourse' suggests historical significance related to horse racing or similar recreational activities, though the area has since evolved into a predominantly residential and agricultural community. For those seeking detailed postal code information for properties and addresses within Racecourse and its surrounding areas, this location falls within Kenya's comprehensive postal addressing system that serves the entire Kesses sub-county region.

Neighboring Regions

• Kapseret
• Kesses Town
• Cheptiret
• Kipkenyo