Umlazi W is one of Umlazi’s 26 lettered sections, a compact residential area in the township south-west of Durban. Here is what we could confirm about W Section, and how to check the details we could not.
Where Is Umlazi W?
W Section is part of Umlazi township in the eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality, about 15 km south-west of the Durban city centre. Street addresses in W use the Umlazi postal code 4066.
In Census 2011 the Umlazi W sub place had 10,124 residents on just 1.01 km², about 10,000 people per km², compared with an Umlazi average of about 8,530.
Census figures from Stats SA Census 2011 sub place data (via census2011.adrianfrith.com), checked 13 September 2026.
Map and Boundaries
Use the interactive Umlazi Map to find W Section, and the Umlazi Sections Map to see how the 26 sections fit together. When giving directions to a house in W, include the house number, “W Section” and a nearby landmark such as a school, church or shop. For more section guides, see Umlazi V Section and Umlazi Z.
Schools, Clinics and Public Services
- Post office: business directories list an Umlazi Post Office at Umlazi Centre in W Section. The South African Post Office has closed many branches since 2024, so confirm it is still open using the SA Post Office branch locator before you go.
- Creches and schools: when choosing a creche in W Section, ask to see a creche’s Department of Social Development registration, and use Umlazi Schools to find nearby primary and high schools.
- Clinics: see Healthcare in Umlazi for public clinics in nearby sections.
- Police and municipal services: see Public Services in Umlazi.
We could not confirm the post office’s current hours, or the details of individual creches such as Toddlers Inn, from an official source on 13 September 2026, so none are listed here.
Shopping, Food and Local Services
Spaza shops and takeaways serve residents across Umlazi. For supermarkets, banks and clothing stores, see Umlazi Mega City and other centres in Shopping in Umlazi, and find places to eat in Umlazi Restaurants. Before booking a lodge or guesthouse in W, read recent reviews and confirm the address by phone.
Transport and Directions
Minibus taxis link W Section with the rest of Umlazi and with Durban. Durban Transport buses and Metrorail trains also serve Umlazi: see the Umlazi transport guide for bus timetables and train stations, and Umlazi to Durban for routes into town.
Property and Housing
For current listings in this section, see houses for sale in Umlazi W, or compare all sections in Property in Umlazi. View any property in person and confirm ownership through a conveyancer before paying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Umlazi W Section?
W Section is one of the 26 sections of Umlazi township in the eThekwini Metro, about 15 km south-west of central Durban.
Is there a post office in Umlazi W?
Directories list an Umlazi Post Office at Umlazi Centre in W Section. Branches have been closing, so check the SA Post Office branch locator before visiting.
What is the postal code for Umlazi W Section?
Street addresses in W Section use 4066. Most Umlazi PO boxes use 4031.
How do I find a creche in Umlazi W Section?
Ask neighbours for recommendations, visit in person and ask to see the creche’s registration with the Department of Social Development.