Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
5880
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in CRADOCK at the CRADOCK Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
CRADOCK
Area / Town
CRADOCK
Province
Eastern Cape
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
5880
PO Box Postal Code
5880
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: CRADOCK
Area: CRADOCK
Province: Eastern Cape
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 5880
PO Box Code: 5880
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 5880 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 (5880) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in CRADOCK. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code (5880) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the CRADOCK 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 CRADOCK in CRADOCK, Eastern Cape.
About CRADOCK, CRADOCK, Eastern Cape
CRADOCK is a suburb or locality situated in the CRADOCK 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 CRADOCK is 5880 for street addresses and 5880 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 CRADOCK within the broader CRADOCK 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 CRADOCK is 5880.
Frequently Asked Questions — CRADOCK Postal Code
What is the postal code for CRADOCK?
The postal code for CRADOCK in CRADOCK, Eastern Cape is 5880 for street addresses and 5880 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for CRADOCK?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for CRADOCK, Eastern Cape is 5880. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 5880 if your address is a street address in CRADOCK.
What is the PO Box postal code for CRADOCK?
The PO Box postal code for CRADOCK in CRADOCK is 5880. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 5880 instead.
What area does CRADOCK fall under?
CRADOCK falls under the CRADOCK area in Eastern Cape, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 5880 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is CRADOCK located in?
CRADOCK is located in Eastern Cape, South Africa, within the CRADOCK area. Its street postal code is 5880.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (5880 for CRADOCK) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (5880) 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 CRADOCK?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 5880 when your delivery address is in CRADOCK, CRADOCK, Eastern Cape.
Is the postal code for CRADOCK 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 CRADOCK is 5880 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 5880.
How do I address a letter to CRADOCK?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then CRADOCK, CRADOCK, Eastern Cape, and end with 5880. For a PO Box, use 5880.
What is my postal code if I live in CRADOCK?
If you live in CRADOCK in CRADOCK, Eastern Cape, your postal code is 5880. Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use 5880.
Can I use 5880 for courier deliveries to CRADOCK?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in CRADOCK, Eastern Cape, use 5880. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the CRADOCK area.
What is the postcode for CRADOCK in South Africa?
The postcode for CRADOCK in South Africa is 5880 (street address) or 5880 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for CRADOCK on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in CRADOCK, CRADOCK, use the street postal code 5880.
How many digits is the postal code for CRADOCK?
The postal code for CRADOCK is a 4-digit number: 5880. 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 CRADOCK in CRADOCK?
CRADOCK is located within the CRADOCK postal delivery area of Eastern Cape. Browse our CRADOCK area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for CRADOCK in Eastern Cape?
Different suburbs within CRADOCK, Eastern Cape may have different postal codes. For CRADOCK specifically, the street postal code is 5880. Visit our CRADOCK 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. CRADOCK in CRADOCK uses 5880. Browse our Eastern Cape postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 5880 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in CRADOCK, CRADOCK, enter 5880 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for CRADOCK on online shopping sites?
Use 5880 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in CRADOCK. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the CRADOCK 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 CRADOCK in CRADOCK, Eastern Cape is 5880 and the PO Box code is 5880.
Note: Postal code information for CRADOCK is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About CRADOCK Postal Code — CRADOCK, Eastern Cape
1. What is the physical postal code of CRADOCK?
The physical street postal code of CRADOCK is 5880. This code covers all street-addressed properties in CRADOCK, CRADOCK, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for CRADOCK, 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 CRADOCK in Eastern Cape is 5880. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 5880.
3. What postal code does CRADOCK use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in CRADOCK, CRADOCK, use the street code 5880. 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 CRADOCK?
The post code for CRADOCK is 5880 for street addresses in CRADOCK, Eastern Cape. If you are posting to a PO Box in CRADOCK, the post code is 5880. South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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