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 CANNON HILL at the UITENHAGE Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
CANNON HILL
Area / Town
UITENHAGE
Province
Eastern Cape
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
6229
PO Box Postal Code
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: CANNON HILL
Area: UITENHAGE
Province: Eastern Cape
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 6229
PO Box Code:
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 6229 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 (6229) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in CANNON HILL. 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 UITENHAGE 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 CANNON HILL in UITENHAGE, Eastern Cape.
About CANNON HILL, UITENHAGE, Eastern Cape
CANNON HILL is a suburb or locality situated in the UITENHAGE 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 CANNON HILL is 6229 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 CANNON HILL within the broader UITENHAGE 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 CANNON HILL is 6229.
Frequently Asked Questions — CANNON HILL Postal Code
What is the postal code for CANNON HILL?
The postal code for CANNON HILL in UITENHAGE, Eastern Cape is 6229 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 CANNON HILL?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for CANNON HILL, Eastern Cape is 6229. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 6229 if your address is a street address in CANNON HILL.
What is the PO Box postal code for CANNON HILL?
The PO Box postal code for CANNON HILL in UITENHAGE is . Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 6229 instead.
What area does CANNON HILL fall under?
CANNON HILL falls under the UITENHAGE area in Eastern Cape, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 6229 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is CANNON HILL located in?
CANNON HILL is located in Eastern Cape, South Africa, within the UITENHAGE area. Its street postal code is 6229.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (6229 for CANNON HILL) 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 CANNON HILL?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 6229 when your delivery address is in CANNON HILL, UITENHAGE, Eastern Cape.
Is the postal code for CANNON HILL 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 CANNON HILL is 6229 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 6229.
How do I address a letter to CANNON HILL?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then CANNON HILL, UITENHAGE, Eastern Cape, and end with 6229. For a PO Box, use .
What is my postal code if I live in CANNON HILL?
If you live in CANNON HILL in UITENHAGE, Eastern Cape, your postal code is 6229. 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 6229 for courier deliveries to CANNON HILL?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in CANNON HILL, Eastern Cape, use 6229. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the UITENHAGE area.
What is the postcode for CANNON HILL in South Africa?
The postcode for CANNON HILL in South Africa is 6229 (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 CANNON HILL on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in CANNON HILL, UITENHAGE, use the street postal code 6229.
How many digits is the postal code for CANNON HILL?
The postal code for CANNON HILL is a 4-digit number: 6229. 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 CANNON HILL in UITENHAGE?
CANNON HILL is located within the UITENHAGE postal delivery area of Eastern Cape. Browse our UITENHAGE area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for UITENHAGE in Eastern Cape?
Different suburbs within UITENHAGE, Eastern Cape may have different postal codes. For CANNON HILL specifically, the street postal code is 6229. Visit our UITENHAGE 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. CANNON HILL in UITENHAGE uses 6229. Browse our Eastern Cape postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 6229 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in CANNON HILL, UITENHAGE, enter 6229 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for CANNON HILL on online shopping sites?
Use 6229 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in CANNON HILL. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the CANNON HILL 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 CANNON HILL in UITENHAGE, Eastern Cape is 6229 and the PO Box code is .
Note: Postal code information for CANNON HILL is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About CANNON HILL Postal Code — UITENHAGE, Eastern Cape
1. What is the physical postal code of CANNON HILL?
The physical street postal code of CANNON HILL is 6229. This code covers all street-addressed properties in CANNON HILL, UITENHAGE, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for CANNON HILL, 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 CANNON HILL in Eastern Cape is 6229. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 6229.
3. What postal code does CANNON HILL use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in CANNON HILL, UITENHAGE, use the street code 6229. 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 CANNON HILL?
The post code for CANNON HILL is 6229 for street addresses in UITENHAGE, Eastern Cape. If you are posting to a PO Box in CANNON HILL, the post code is . South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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