Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
2742
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in BAKERVILLE at the LICHTENBURG Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
BAKERVILLE
Area / Town
LICHTENBURG
Province
North West
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
2742
PO Box Postal Code
2742
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: BAKERVILLE
Area: LICHTENBURG
Province: North West
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 2742
PO Box Code: 2742
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 2742 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 (2742) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in BAKERVILLE. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code (2742) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the LICHTENBURG 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 BAKERVILLE in LICHTENBURG, North West.
About BAKERVILLE, LICHTENBURG, North West
BAKERVILLE is a suburb or locality situated in the LICHTENBURG area of North West, 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 BAKERVILLE is 2742 for street addresses and 2742 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 BAKERVILLE within the broader LICHTENBURG 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 BAKERVILLE is 2742.
Frequently Asked Questions — BAKERVILLE Postal Code
What is the postal code for BAKERVILLE?
The postal code for BAKERVILLE in LICHTENBURG, North West is 2742 for street addresses and 2742 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for BAKERVILLE?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for BAKERVILLE, North West is 2742. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 2742 if your address is a street address in BAKERVILLE.
What is the PO Box postal code for BAKERVILLE?
The PO Box postal code for BAKERVILLE in LICHTENBURG is 2742. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 2742 instead.
What area does BAKERVILLE fall under?
BAKERVILLE falls under the LICHTENBURG area in North West, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 2742 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is BAKERVILLE located in?
BAKERVILLE is located in North West, South Africa, within the LICHTENBURG area. Its street postal code is 2742.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (2742 for BAKERVILLE) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (2742) 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 BAKERVILLE?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 2742 when your delivery address is in BAKERVILLE, LICHTENBURG, North West.
Is the postal code for BAKERVILLE 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 BAKERVILLE is 2742 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 2742.
How do I address a letter to BAKERVILLE?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then BAKERVILLE, LICHTENBURG, North West, and end with 2742. For a PO Box, use 2742.
What is my postal code if I live in BAKERVILLE?
If you live in BAKERVILLE in LICHTENBURG, North West, your postal code is 2742. Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use 2742.
Can I use 2742 for courier deliveries to BAKERVILLE?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in BAKERVILLE, North West, use 2742. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the LICHTENBURG area.
What is the postcode for BAKERVILLE in South Africa?
The postcode for BAKERVILLE in South Africa is 2742 (street address) or 2742 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for BAKERVILLE on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in BAKERVILLE, LICHTENBURG, use the street postal code 2742.
How many digits is the postal code for BAKERVILLE?
The postal code for BAKERVILLE is a 4-digit number: 2742. 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 BAKERVILLE in LICHTENBURG?
BAKERVILLE is located within the LICHTENBURG postal delivery area of North West. Browse our LICHTENBURG area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for LICHTENBURG in North West?
Different suburbs within LICHTENBURG, North West may have different postal codes. For BAKERVILLE specifically, the street postal code is 2742. Visit our LICHTENBURG postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the North West postal code range?
North West is served by multiple postal code ranges. BAKERVILLE in LICHTENBURG uses 2742. Browse our North West postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 2742 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in BAKERVILLE, LICHTENBURG, enter 2742 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for BAKERVILLE on online shopping sites?
Use 2742 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in BAKERVILLE. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the BAKERVILLE 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 BAKERVILLE in LICHTENBURG, North West is 2742 and the PO Box code is 2742.
Note: Postal code information for BAKERVILLE is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About BAKERVILLE Postal Code — LICHTENBURG, North West
1. What is the physical postal code of BAKERVILLE?
The physical street postal code of BAKERVILLE is 2742. This code covers all street-addressed properties in BAKERVILLE, LICHTENBURG, North West, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for BAKERVILLE, North West?
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 BAKERVILLE in North West is 2742. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 2742.
3. What postal code does BAKERVILLE use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in BAKERVILLE, LICHTENBURG, use the street code 2742. 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 BAKERVILLE?
The post code for BAKERVILLE is 2742 for street addresses in LICHTENBURG, North West. If you are posting to a PO Box in BAKERVILLE, the post code is 2742. South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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