Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
7801
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in PLUMSTEAD at the CAPE TOWN Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
PLUMSTEAD
Area / Town
CAPE TOWN
Province
KwaZulu-Natal
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
7800
PO Box Postal Code
7801
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: PLUMSTEAD
Area: CAPE TOWN
Province: KwaZulu-Natal
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 7800
PO Box Code: 7801
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 7800 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 (7800) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in PLUMSTEAD. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code (7801) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the CAPE TOWN 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 PLUMSTEAD in CAPE TOWN, KwaZulu-Natal.
About PLUMSTEAD, CAPE TOWN, KwaZulu-Natal
PLUMSTEAD is a suburb or locality situated in the CAPE TOWN 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 PLUMSTEAD is 7800 for street addresses and 7801 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 PLUMSTEAD within the broader CAPE TOWN 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 PLUMSTEAD is 7800.
Frequently Asked Questions — PLUMSTEAD Postal Code
What is the postal code for PLUMSTEAD?
The postal code for PLUMSTEAD in CAPE TOWN, KwaZulu-Natal is 7800 for street addresses and 7801 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for PLUMSTEAD?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for PLUMSTEAD, KwaZulu-Natal is 7800. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 7800 if your address is a street address in PLUMSTEAD.
What is the PO Box postal code for PLUMSTEAD?
The PO Box postal code for PLUMSTEAD in CAPE TOWN is 7801. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 7800 instead.
What area does PLUMSTEAD fall under?
PLUMSTEAD falls under the CAPE TOWN area in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 7800 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is PLUMSTEAD located in?
PLUMSTEAD is located in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, within the CAPE TOWN area. Its street postal code is 7800.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (7800 for PLUMSTEAD) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (7801) 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 PLUMSTEAD?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 7800 when your delivery address is in PLUMSTEAD, CAPE TOWN, KwaZulu-Natal.
Is the postal code for PLUMSTEAD 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 PLUMSTEAD is 7800 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 7800.
How do I address a letter to PLUMSTEAD?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then PLUMSTEAD, CAPE TOWN, KwaZulu-Natal, and end with 7800. For a PO Box, use 7801.
What is my postal code if I live in PLUMSTEAD?
If you live in PLUMSTEAD in CAPE TOWN, KwaZulu-Natal, your postal code is 7800. Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use 7801.
Can I use 7800 for courier deliveries to PLUMSTEAD?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in PLUMSTEAD, KwaZulu-Natal, use 7800. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the CAPE TOWN area.
What is the postcode for PLUMSTEAD in South Africa?
The postcode for PLUMSTEAD in South Africa is 7800 (street address) or 7801 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for PLUMSTEAD on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in PLUMSTEAD, CAPE TOWN, use the street postal code 7800.
How many digits is the postal code for PLUMSTEAD?
The postal code for PLUMSTEAD is a 4-digit number: 7800. 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 PLUMSTEAD in CAPE TOWN?
PLUMSTEAD is located within the CAPE TOWN postal delivery area of KwaZulu-Natal. Browse our CAPE TOWN area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for CAPE TOWN in KwaZulu-Natal?
Different suburbs within CAPE TOWN, KwaZulu-Natal may have different postal codes. For PLUMSTEAD specifically, the street postal code is 7800. Visit our CAPE TOWN 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. PLUMSTEAD in CAPE TOWN uses 7800. Browse our KwaZulu-Natal postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 7800 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in PLUMSTEAD, CAPE TOWN, enter 7800 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for PLUMSTEAD on online shopping sites?
Use 7800 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in PLUMSTEAD. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the PLUMSTEAD 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 PLUMSTEAD in CAPE TOWN, KwaZulu-Natal is 7800 and the PO Box code is 7801.
Note: Postal code information for PLUMSTEAD is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About PLUMSTEAD Postal Code — CAPE TOWN, KwaZulu-Natal
1. What is the physical postal code of PLUMSTEAD?
The physical street postal code of PLUMSTEAD is 7800. This code covers all street-addressed properties in PLUMSTEAD, CAPE TOWN, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for PLUMSTEAD, 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 PLUMSTEAD in KwaZulu-Natal is 7800. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 7800.
3. What postal code does PLUMSTEAD use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in PLUMSTEAD, CAPE TOWN, use the street code 7800. 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 PLUMSTEAD?
The post code for PLUMSTEAD is 7800 for street addresses in CAPE TOWN, KwaZulu-Natal. If you are posting to a PO Box in PLUMSTEAD, the post code is 7801. South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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