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BUFFELS RIVER Postal Code

SPRINGBOK  ·  Northern Cape  ·  South Africa
Street Code
PO Box Code
8251
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Postal Codes for BUFFELS RIVER

Street Delivery Code
Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
8251
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in BUFFELS RIVER at the SPRINGBOK Post Office.
DetailInformation
Suburb / LocalityBUFFELS RIVER
Area / TownSPRINGBOK
ProvinceNorthern Cape
CountrySouth Africa
Street Postal Code
PO Box Postal Code8251
Postal Code Type4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known AsZip code, postcode, area code, post code

📍 Location Details

Suburb: BUFFELS RIVER
Area: SPRINGBOK
Province: Northern Cape
Country: South Africa

📬 Postal Codes

Street Code:
PO Box Code: 8251
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric

🚚 Courier & Delivery

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

The PO Box code (8251) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the SPRINGBOK 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 BUFFELS RIVER in SPRINGBOK, Northern Cape.

About BUFFELS RIVER, SPRINGBOK, Northern Cape

BUFFELS RIVER is a suburb or locality situated in the SPRINGBOK area of Northern 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 BUFFELS RIVER is for street addresses and 8251 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 BUFFELS RIVER within the broader SPRINGBOK 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 BUFFELS RIVER is .

Frequently Asked Questions — BUFFELS RIVER Postal Code

What is the postal code for BUFFELS RIVER?
The postal code for BUFFELS RIVER in SPRINGBOK, Northern Cape is for street addresses and 8251 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for BUFFELS RIVER?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for BUFFELS RIVER, Northern Cape is . On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter if your address is a street address in BUFFELS RIVER.
What is the PO Box postal code for BUFFELS RIVER?
The PO Box postal code for BUFFELS RIVER in SPRINGBOK is 8251. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use instead.
What area does BUFFELS RIVER fall under?
BUFFELS RIVER falls under the SPRINGBOK area in Northern Cape, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is BUFFELS RIVER located in?
BUFFELS RIVER is located in Northern Cape, South Africa, within the SPRINGBOK area. Its street postal code is .
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code ( for BUFFELS RIVER) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (8251) 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 BUFFELS RIVER?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter when your delivery address is in BUFFELS RIVER, SPRINGBOK, Northern Cape.
Is the postal code for BUFFELS RIVER 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 BUFFELS RIVER is for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with .
How do I address a letter to BUFFELS RIVER?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then BUFFELS RIVER, SPRINGBOK, Northern Cape, and end with . For a PO Box, use 8251.
What is my postal code if I live in BUFFELS RIVER?
If you live in BUFFELS RIVER in SPRINGBOK, Northern Cape, your postal code is . Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use 8251.
Can I use for courier deliveries to BUFFELS RIVER?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in BUFFELS RIVER, Northern Cape, use . All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the SPRINGBOK area.
What is the postcode for BUFFELS RIVER in South Africa?
The postcode for BUFFELS RIVER in South Africa is (street address) or 8251 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for BUFFELS RIVER on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in BUFFELS RIVER, SPRINGBOK, use the street postal code .
How many digits is the postal code for BUFFELS RIVER?
The postal code for BUFFELS RIVER is a 4-digit number: . 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 BUFFELS RIVER in SPRINGBOK?
BUFFELS RIVER is located within the SPRINGBOK postal delivery area of Northern Cape. Browse our SPRINGBOK area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for SPRINGBOK in Northern Cape?
Different suburbs within SPRINGBOK, Northern Cape may have different postal codes. For BUFFELS RIVER specifically, the street postal code is . Visit our SPRINGBOK postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the Northern Cape postal code range?
Northern Cape is served by multiple postal code ranges. BUFFELS RIVER in SPRINGBOK uses . Browse our Northern Cape postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in BUFFELS RIVER, SPRINGBOK, enter as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for BUFFELS RIVER on online shopping sites?
Use for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in BUFFELS RIVER. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the BUFFELS RIVER 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 BUFFELS RIVER in SPRINGBOK, Northern Cape is and the PO Box code is 8251.
Note: Postal code information for BUFFELS RIVER is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.

More About BUFFELS RIVER Postal Code — SPRINGBOK, Northern Cape

1. What is the physical postal code of BUFFELS RIVER?
The physical street postal code of BUFFELS RIVER is . This code covers all street-addressed properties in BUFFELS RIVER, SPRINGBOK, Northern Cape, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.

2. What is the zip code for BUFFELS RIVER, Northern 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 BUFFELS RIVER in Northern Cape is . On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter .

3. What postal code does BUFFELS RIVER use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in BUFFELS RIVER, SPRINGBOK, use the street code . 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 BUFFELS RIVER?
The post code for BUFFELS RIVER is for street addresses in SPRINGBOK, Northern Cape. If you are posting to a PO Box in BUFFELS RIVER, the post code is 8251. South African post codes are always 4 digits.

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