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PLAIN HILLS Postal Code

PIETERMARITZBURG  ·  Eastern Cape  ·  South Africa
Street Code
3201
PO Box Code
3276
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Postal Codes for PLAIN HILLS

Street Delivery Code
3201
Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
3276
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in PLAIN HILLS at the PIETERMARITZBURG Post Office.
DetailInformation
Suburb / LocalityPLAIN HILLS
Area / TownPIETERMARITZBURG
ProvinceEastern Cape
CountrySouth Africa
Street Postal Code3201
PO Box Postal Code3276
Postal Code Type4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known AsZip code, postcode, area code, post code

📍 Location Details

Suburb: PLAIN HILLS
Area: PIETERMARITZBURG
Province: Eastern Cape
Country: South Africa

📬 Postal Codes

Street Code: 3201
PO Box Code: 3276
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric

🚚 Courier & Delivery

Use code 3201 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 (3201) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in PLAIN HILLS. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.

The PO Box code (3276) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the PIETERMARITZBURG 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 PLAIN HILLS in PIETERMARITZBURG, Eastern Cape.

About PLAIN HILLS, PIETERMARITZBURG, Eastern Cape

PLAIN HILLS is a suburb or locality situated in the PIETERMARITZBURG 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 PLAIN HILLS is 3201 for street addresses and 3276 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 PLAIN HILLS within the broader PIETERMARITZBURG 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 PLAIN HILLS is 3201.

Frequently Asked Questions — PLAIN HILLS Postal Code

What is the postal code for PLAIN HILLS?
The postal code for PLAIN HILLS in PIETERMARITZBURG, Eastern Cape is 3201 for street addresses and 3276 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for PLAIN HILLS?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for PLAIN HILLS, Eastern Cape is 3201. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 3201 if your address is a street address in PLAIN HILLS.
What is the PO Box postal code for PLAIN HILLS?
The PO Box postal code for PLAIN HILLS in PIETERMARITZBURG is 3276. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 3201 instead.
What area does PLAIN HILLS fall under?
PLAIN HILLS falls under the PIETERMARITZBURG area in Eastern Cape, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 3201 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is PLAIN HILLS located in?
PLAIN HILLS is located in Eastern Cape, South Africa, within the PIETERMARITZBURG area. Its street postal code is 3201.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (3201 for PLAIN HILLS) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (3276) 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 PLAIN HILLS?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 3201 when your delivery address is in PLAIN HILLS, PIETERMARITZBURG, Eastern Cape.
Is the postal code for PLAIN HILLS 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 PLAIN HILLS is 3201 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 3201.
How do I address a letter to PLAIN HILLS?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then PLAIN HILLS, PIETERMARITZBURG, Eastern Cape, and end with 3201. For a PO Box, use 3276.
What is my postal code if I live in PLAIN HILLS?
If you live in PLAIN HILLS in PIETERMARITZBURG, Eastern Cape, your postal code is 3201. Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use 3276.
Can I use 3201 for courier deliveries to PLAIN HILLS?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in PLAIN HILLS, Eastern Cape, use 3201. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the PIETERMARITZBURG area.
What is the postcode for PLAIN HILLS in South Africa?
The postcode for PLAIN HILLS in South Africa is 3201 (street address) or 3276 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for PLAIN HILLS on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in PLAIN HILLS, PIETERMARITZBURG, use the street postal code 3201.
How many digits is the postal code for PLAIN HILLS?
The postal code for PLAIN HILLS is a 4-digit number: 3201. 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 PLAIN HILLS in PIETERMARITZBURG?
PLAIN HILLS is located within the PIETERMARITZBURG postal delivery area of Eastern Cape. Browse our PIETERMARITZBURG area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for PIETERMARITZBURG in Eastern Cape?
Different suburbs within PIETERMARITZBURG, Eastern Cape may have different postal codes. For PLAIN HILLS specifically, the street postal code is 3201. Visit our PIETERMARITZBURG 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. PLAIN HILLS in PIETERMARITZBURG uses 3201. Browse our Eastern Cape postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 3201 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in PLAIN HILLS, PIETERMARITZBURG, enter 3201 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for PLAIN HILLS on online shopping sites?
Use 3201 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in PLAIN HILLS. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the PLAIN HILLS 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 PLAIN HILLS in PIETERMARITZBURG, Eastern Cape is 3201 and the PO Box code is 3276.
Note: Postal code information for PLAIN HILLS is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.

More About PLAIN HILLS Postal Code — PIETERMARITZBURG, Eastern Cape

1. What is the physical postal code of PLAIN HILLS?
The physical street postal code of PLAIN HILLS is 3201. This code covers all street-addressed properties in PLAIN HILLS, PIETERMARITZBURG, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.

2. What is the zip code for PLAIN HILLS, 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 PLAIN HILLS in Eastern Cape is 3201. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 3201.

3. What postal code does PLAIN HILLS use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in PLAIN HILLS, PIETERMARITZBURG, use the street code 3201. 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 PLAIN HILLS?
The post code for PLAIN HILLS is 3201 for street addresses in PIETERMARITZBURG, Eastern Cape. If you are posting to a PO Box in PLAIN HILLS, the post code is 3276. South African post codes are always 4 digits.

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