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 NEWTOWN at the FORT BEAUFORT Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
NEWTOWN
Area / Town
FORT BEAUFORT
Province
KwaZulu-Natal
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
5720
PO Box Postal Code
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: NEWTOWN
Area: FORT BEAUFORT
Province: KwaZulu-Natal
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 5720
PO Box Code:
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 5720 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 (5720) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in NEWTOWN. 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 FORT BEAUFORT 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 NEWTOWN in FORT BEAUFORT, KwaZulu-Natal.
About NEWTOWN, FORT BEAUFORT, KwaZulu-Natal
NEWTOWN is a suburb or locality situated in the FORT BEAUFORT area of KwaZulu-Natal, 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 NEWTOWN is 5720 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 NEWTOWN within the broader FORT BEAUFORT 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 NEWTOWN is 5720.
Frequently Asked Questions — NEWTOWN Postal Code
What is the postal code for NEWTOWN?
The postal code for NEWTOWN in FORT BEAUFORT, KwaZulu-Natal is 5720 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 NEWTOWN?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for NEWTOWN, KwaZulu-Natal is 5720. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 5720 if your address is a street address in NEWTOWN.
What is the PO Box postal code for NEWTOWN?
The PO Box postal code for NEWTOWN in FORT BEAUFORT is . Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 5720 instead.
What area does NEWTOWN fall under?
NEWTOWN falls under the FORT BEAUFORT area in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 5720 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is NEWTOWN located in?
NEWTOWN is located in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, within the FORT BEAUFORT area. Its street postal code is 5720.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (5720 for NEWTOWN) 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 NEWTOWN?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 5720 when your delivery address is in NEWTOWN, FORT BEAUFORT, KwaZulu-Natal.
Is the postal code for NEWTOWN 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 NEWTOWN is 5720 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 5720.
How do I address a letter to NEWTOWN?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then NEWTOWN, FORT BEAUFORT, KwaZulu-Natal, and end with 5720. For a PO Box, use .
What is my postal code if I live in NEWTOWN?
If you live in NEWTOWN in FORT BEAUFORT, KwaZulu-Natal, your postal code is 5720. 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 5720 for courier deliveries to NEWTOWN?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in NEWTOWN, KwaZulu-Natal, use 5720. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the FORT BEAUFORT area.
What is the postcode for NEWTOWN in South Africa?
The postcode for NEWTOWN in South Africa is 5720 (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 NEWTOWN on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in NEWTOWN, FORT BEAUFORT, use the street postal code 5720.
How many digits is the postal code for NEWTOWN?
The postal code for NEWTOWN is a 4-digit number: 5720. 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 NEWTOWN in FORT BEAUFORT?
NEWTOWN is located within the FORT BEAUFORT postal delivery area of KwaZulu-Natal. Browse our FORT BEAUFORT area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for FORT BEAUFORT in KwaZulu-Natal?
Different suburbs within FORT BEAUFORT, KwaZulu-Natal may have different postal codes. For NEWTOWN specifically, the street postal code is 5720. Visit our FORT BEAUFORT postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the KwaZulu-Natal postal code range?
KwaZulu-Natal is served by multiple postal code ranges. NEWTOWN in FORT BEAUFORT uses 5720. Browse our KwaZulu-Natal postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 5720 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in NEWTOWN, FORT BEAUFORT, enter 5720 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for NEWTOWN on online shopping sites?
Use 5720 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in NEWTOWN. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the NEWTOWN 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 NEWTOWN in FORT BEAUFORT, KwaZulu-Natal is 5720 and the PO Box code is .
Note: Postal code information for NEWTOWN is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About NEWTOWN Postal Code — FORT BEAUFORT, KwaZulu-Natal
1. What is the physical postal code of NEWTOWN?
The physical street postal code of NEWTOWN is 5720. This code covers all street-addressed properties in NEWTOWN, FORT BEAUFORT, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for NEWTOWN, KwaZulu-Natal?
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 NEWTOWN in KwaZulu-Natal is 5720. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 5720.
3. What postal code does NEWTOWN use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in NEWTOWN, FORT BEAUFORT, use the street code 5720. 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 NEWTOWN?
The post code for NEWTOWN is 5720 for street addresses in FORT BEAUFORT, KwaZulu-Natal. If you are posting to a PO Box in NEWTOWN, the post code is . South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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