Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in ALLANRIDGE at the GAMBLEVILLE Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
ALLANRIDGE
Area / Town
GAMBLEVILLE
Province
Eastern Cape
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
6241
PO Box Postal Code
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: ALLANRIDGE
Area: GAMBLEVILLE
Province: Eastern Cape
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 6241
PO Box Code:
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 6241 for:
• Online shopping (Takealot, etc.)
• Courier deliveries
• Government & banking forms
• Medical aid registrations
Street Code vs PO Box Code — What’s the Difference?
South Africa uses two separate postal codes for most areas. The street delivery code (6241) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in ALLANRIDGE. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code () is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the GAMBLEVILLE Post Office. If your address says “PO Box” followed by a number, use this code. Using the wrong code may result in mail delays or non-delivery.
Both codes are 4-digit numbers assigned by the South African Post Office (SAPO) and are specific to ALLANRIDGE in GAMBLEVILLE, Eastern Cape.
About ALLANRIDGE, GAMBLEVILLE, Eastern Cape
ALLANRIDGE is a suburb or locality situated in the GAMBLEVILLE area of Eastern Cape, South Africa. Like all South African suburbs, it has been assigned unique postal codes by the South African Post Office (SAPO) to facilitate accurate mail sorting and delivery.
The postal code (zip code) for ALLANRIDGE is 6241 for street addresses and for PO Box addresses. These codes are used by residents, businesses, government departments, courier companies, and online retailers to identify and route mail correctly to ALLANRIDGE within the broader GAMBLEVILLE postal delivery area.
Whether you are filling out an online form, sending a parcel, registering with a medical aid, applying for a government service, or completing a bank application, the correct postal code for ALLANRIDGE is 6241.
Frequently Asked Questions — ALLANRIDGE Postal Code
What is the postal code for ALLANRIDGE?
The postal code for ALLANRIDGE in GAMBLEVILLE, Eastern Cape is 6241 for street addresses and for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for ALLANRIDGE?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for ALLANRIDGE, Eastern Cape is 6241. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 6241 if your address is a street address in ALLANRIDGE.
What is the PO Box postal code for ALLANRIDGE?
The PO Box postal code for ALLANRIDGE in GAMBLEVILLE is . Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 6241 instead.
What area does ALLANRIDGE fall under?
ALLANRIDGE falls under the GAMBLEVILLE area in Eastern Cape, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 6241 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is ALLANRIDGE located in?
ALLANRIDGE is located in Eastern Cape, South Africa, within the GAMBLEVILLE area. Its street postal code is 6241.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (6241 for ALLANRIDGE) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code () is used for mail addressed to a Post Office Box. South Africa’s postal system assigns separate 4-digit codes for each type to ensure accurate sorting and delivery.
What postal code do I enter for online shopping deliveries to ALLANRIDGE?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 6241 when your delivery address is in ALLANRIDGE, GAMBLEVILLE, Eastern Cape.
Is the postal code for ALLANRIDGE the same as the zip code?
Yes. In South Africa, postal codes and zip codes are the same thing. The postal code (zip code) for ALLANRIDGE is 6241 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 6241.
How do I address a letter to ALLANRIDGE?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then ALLANRIDGE, GAMBLEVILLE, Eastern Cape, and end with 6241. For a PO Box, use .
What is my postal code if I live in ALLANRIDGE?
If you live in ALLANRIDGE in GAMBLEVILLE, Eastern Cape, your postal code is 6241. Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use .
Can I use 6241 for courier deliveries to ALLANRIDGE?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in ALLANRIDGE, Eastern Cape, use 6241. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the GAMBLEVILLE area.
What is the postcode for ALLANRIDGE in South Africa?
The postcode for ALLANRIDGE in South Africa is 6241 (street address) or (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for ALLANRIDGE on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in ALLANRIDGE, GAMBLEVILLE, use the street postal code 6241.
How many digits is the postal code for ALLANRIDGE?
The postal code for ALLANRIDGE is a 4-digit number: 6241. All South African postal codes are 4-digit numeric codes. Do not add any extra digits or letters when entering this code on forms.
What suburbs are near ALLANRIDGE in GAMBLEVILLE?
ALLANRIDGE is located within the GAMBLEVILLE postal delivery area of Eastern Cape. Browse our GAMBLEVILLE area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for GAMBLEVILLE in Eastern Cape?
Different suburbs within GAMBLEVILLE, Eastern Cape may have different postal codes. For ALLANRIDGE specifically, the street postal code is 6241. Visit our GAMBLEVILLE postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the Eastern Cape postal code range?
Eastern Cape is served by multiple postal code ranges. ALLANRIDGE in GAMBLEVILLE uses 6241. Browse our Eastern Cape postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 6241 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in ALLANRIDGE, GAMBLEVILLE, enter 6241 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for ALLANRIDGE on online shopping sites?
Use 6241 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in ALLANRIDGE. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the ALLANRIDGE postal code on the SAPO website?
Yes. The South African Post Office (SAPO) maintains an official postal code database at postoffice.co.za. The street code for ALLANRIDGE in GAMBLEVILLE, Eastern Cape is 6241 and the PO Box code is .
Note: Postal code information for ALLANRIDGE is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About ALLANRIDGE Postal Code — GAMBLEVILLE, Eastern Cape
1. What is the physical postal code of ALLANRIDGE?
The physical street postal code of ALLANRIDGE is 6241. This code covers all street-addressed properties in ALLANRIDGE, GAMBLEVILLE, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for ALLANRIDGE, Eastern Cape?
South Africa does not officially use the term zip code — the correct term is postal code. However the two terms are interchangeable. The zip code for ALLANRIDGE in Eastern Cape is 6241. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 6241.
3. What postal code does ALLANRIDGE use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in ALLANRIDGE, GAMBLEVILLE, use the street code 6241. This applies to FNB, Standard Bank, Absa, Nedbank, Capitec, Old Mutual, Discovery, and all other South African financial institutions.
4. What is the post code for ALLANRIDGE?
The post code for ALLANRIDGE is 6241 for street addresses in GAMBLEVILLE, Eastern Cape. If you are posting to a PO Box in ALLANRIDGE, the post code is . South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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