Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
1684
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in CROWTHORNE at the HALFWAY HOUSE Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
CROWTHORNE
Area / Town
HALFWAY HOUSE
Province
Gauteng
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
1685
PO Box Postal Code
1684
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: CROWTHORNE
Area: HALFWAY HOUSE
Province: Gauteng
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 1685
PO Box Code: 1684
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 1685 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 (1685) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in CROWTHORNE. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code (1684) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the HALFWAY HOUSE 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 CROWTHORNE in HALFWAY HOUSE, Gauteng.
About CROWTHORNE, HALFWAY HOUSE, Gauteng
CROWTHORNE is a suburb or locality situated in the HALFWAY HOUSE area of Gauteng, 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 CROWTHORNE is 1685 for street addresses and 1684 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 CROWTHORNE within the broader HALFWAY HOUSE 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 CROWTHORNE is 1685.
Frequently Asked Questions — CROWTHORNE Postal Code
What is the postal code for CROWTHORNE?
The postal code for CROWTHORNE in HALFWAY HOUSE, Gauteng is 1685 for street addresses and 1684 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for CROWTHORNE?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for CROWTHORNE, Gauteng is 1685. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 1685 if your address is a street address in CROWTHORNE.
What is the PO Box postal code for CROWTHORNE?
The PO Box postal code for CROWTHORNE in HALFWAY HOUSE is 1684. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 1685 instead.
What area does CROWTHORNE fall under?
CROWTHORNE falls under the HALFWAY HOUSE area in Gauteng, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 1685 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is CROWTHORNE located in?
CROWTHORNE is located in Gauteng, South Africa, within the HALFWAY HOUSE area. Its street postal code is 1685.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (1685 for CROWTHORNE) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (1684) 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 CROWTHORNE?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 1685 when your delivery address is in CROWTHORNE, HALFWAY HOUSE, Gauteng.
Is the postal code for CROWTHORNE 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 CROWTHORNE is 1685 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 1685.
How do I address a letter to CROWTHORNE?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then CROWTHORNE, HALFWAY HOUSE, Gauteng, and end with 1685. For a PO Box, use 1684.
What is my postal code if I live in CROWTHORNE?
If you live in CROWTHORNE in HALFWAY HOUSE, Gauteng, your postal code is 1685. Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use 1684.
Can I use 1685 for courier deliveries to CROWTHORNE?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in CROWTHORNE, Gauteng, use 1685. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the HALFWAY HOUSE area.
What is the postcode for CROWTHORNE in South Africa?
The postcode for CROWTHORNE in South Africa is 1685 (street address) or 1684 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for CROWTHORNE on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in CROWTHORNE, HALFWAY HOUSE, use the street postal code 1685.
How many digits is the postal code for CROWTHORNE?
The postal code for CROWTHORNE is a 4-digit number: 1685. 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 CROWTHORNE in HALFWAY HOUSE?
CROWTHORNE is located within the HALFWAY HOUSE postal delivery area of Gauteng. Browse our HALFWAY HOUSE area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for HALFWAY HOUSE in Gauteng?
Different suburbs within HALFWAY HOUSE, Gauteng may have different postal codes. For CROWTHORNE specifically, the street postal code is 1685. Visit our HALFWAY HOUSE postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the Gauteng postal code range?
Gauteng is served by multiple postal code ranges. CROWTHORNE in HALFWAY HOUSE uses 1685. Browse our Gauteng postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 1685 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in CROWTHORNE, HALFWAY HOUSE, enter 1685 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for CROWTHORNE on online shopping sites?
Use 1685 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in CROWTHORNE. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the CROWTHORNE 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 CROWTHORNE in HALFWAY HOUSE, Gauteng is 1685 and the PO Box code is 1684.
Note: Postal code information for CROWTHORNE is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About CROWTHORNE Postal Code — HALFWAY HOUSE, Gauteng
1. What is the physical postal code of CROWTHORNE?
The physical street postal code of CROWTHORNE is 1685. This code covers all street-addressed properties in CROWTHORNE, HALFWAY HOUSE, Gauteng, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for CROWTHORNE, Gauteng?
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 CROWTHORNE in Gauteng is 1685. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 1685.
3. What postal code does CROWTHORNE use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in CROWTHORNE, HALFWAY HOUSE, use the street code 1685. 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 CROWTHORNE?
The post code for CROWTHORNE is 1685 for street addresses in HALFWAY HOUSE, Gauteng. If you are posting to a PO Box in CROWTHORNE, the post code is 1684. South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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