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 NEW TOWN at the SOMERSET EAST Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
NEW TOWN
Area / Town
SOMERSET EAST
Province
Mpumalanga
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
5850
PO Box Postal Code
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: NEW TOWN
Area: SOMERSET EAST
Province: Mpumalanga
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 5850
PO Box Code:
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 5850 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 (5850) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in NEW TOWN. 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 SOMERSET EAST 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 NEW TOWN in SOMERSET EAST, Mpumalanga.
About NEW TOWN, SOMERSET EAST, Mpumalanga
NEW TOWN is a suburb or locality situated in the SOMERSET EAST area of Mpumalanga, 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 NEW TOWN is 5850 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 NEW TOWN within the broader SOMERSET EAST 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 NEW TOWN is 5850.
Frequently Asked Questions — NEW TOWN Postal Code
What is the postal code for NEW TOWN?
The postal code for NEW TOWN in SOMERSET EAST, Mpumalanga is 5850 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 NEW TOWN?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for NEW TOWN, Mpumalanga is 5850. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 5850 if your address is a street address in NEW TOWN.
What is the PO Box postal code for NEW TOWN?
The PO Box postal code for NEW TOWN in SOMERSET EAST is . Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 5850 instead.
What area does NEW TOWN fall under?
NEW TOWN falls under the SOMERSET EAST area in Mpumalanga, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 5850 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is NEW TOWN located in?
NEW TOWN is located in Mpumalanga, South Africa, within the SOMERSET EAST area. Its street postal code is 5850.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (5850 for NEW TOWN) 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 NEW TOWN?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 5850 when your delivery address is in NEW TOWN, SOMERSET EAST, Mpumalanga.
Is the postal code for NEW TOWN 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 NEW TOWN is 5850 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 5850.
How do I address a letter to NEW TOWN?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then NEW TOWN, SOMERSET EAST, Mpumalanga, and end with 5850. For a PO Box, use .
What is my postal code if I live in NEW TOWN?
If you live in NEW TOWN in SOMERSET EAST, Mpumalanga, your postal code is 5850. 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 5850 for courier deliveries to NEW TOWN?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in NEW TOWN, Mpumalanga, use 5850. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the SOMERSET EAST area.
What is the postcode for NEW TOWN in South Africa?
The postcode for NEW TOWN in South Africa is 5850 (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 NEW TOWN on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in NEW TOWN, SOMERSET EAST, use the street postal code 5850.
How many digits is the postal code for NEW TOWN?
The postal code for NEW TOWN is a 4-digit number: 5850. 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 NEW TOWN in SOMERSET EAST?
NEW TOWN is located within the SOMERSET EAST postal delivery area of Mpumalanga. Browse our SOMERSET EAST area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for SOMERSET EAST in Mpumalanga?
Different suburbs within SOMERSET EAST, Mpumalanga may have different postal codes. For NEW TOWN specifically, the street postal code is 5850. Visit our SOMERSET EAST postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the Mpumalanga postal code range?
Mpumalanga is served by multiple postal code ranges. NEW TOWN in SOMERSET EAST uses 5850. Browse our Mpumalanga postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 5850 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in NEW TOWN, SOMERSET EAST, enter 5850 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for NEW TOWN on online shopping sites?
Use 5850 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in NEW TOWN. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the NEW TOWN 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 NEW TOWN in SOMERSET EAST, Mpumalanga is 5850 and the PO Box code is .
Note: Postal code information for NEW TOWN is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About NEW TOWN Postal Code — SOMERSET EAST, Mpumalanga
1. What is the physical postal code of NEW TOWN?
The physical street postal code of NEW TOWN is 5850. This code covers all street-addressed properties in NEW TOWN, SOMERSET EAST, Mpumalanga, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for NEW TOWN, Mpumalanga?
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 NEW TOWN in Mpumalanga is 5850. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 5850.
3. What postal code does NEW TOWN use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in NEW TOWN, SOMERSET EAST, use the street code 5850. 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 NEW TOWN?
The post code for NEW TOWN is 5850 for street addresses in SOMERSET EAST, Mpumalanga. If you are posting to a PO Box in NEW TOWN, the post code is . South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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