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EAST LONDON Postal Code

EAST LONDON  ·  Eastern Cape  ·  South Africa
Street Code
5201
PO Box Code
5200
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Postal Codes for EAST LONDON

Street Delivery Code
5201
Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
5200
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in EAST LONDON at the EAST LONDON Post Office.
DetailInformation
Suburb / LocalityEAST LONDON
Area / TownEAST LONDON
ProvinceEastern Cape
CountrySouth Africa
Street Postal Code5201
PO Box Postal Code5200
Postal Code Type4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known AsZip code, postcode, area code, post code

📍 Location Details

Suburb: EAST LONDON
Area: EAST LONDON
Province: Eastern Cape
Country: South Africa

📬 Postal Codes

Street Code: 5201
PO Box Code: 5200
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric

🚚 Courier & Delivery

Use code 5201 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 (5201) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in EAST LONDON. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.

The PO Box code (5200) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the EAST LONDON 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 EAST LONDON in EAST LONDON, Eastern Cape.

About EAST LONDON, EAST LONDON, Eastern Cape

EAST LONDON is a suburb or locality situated in the EAST LONDON 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 EAST LONDON is 5201 for street addresses and 5200 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 EAST LONDON within the broader EAST LONDON 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 EAST LONDON is 5201.

Frequently Asked Questions — EAST LONDON Postal Code

What is the postal code for EAST LONDON?
The postal code for EAST LONDON in EAST LONDON, Eastern Cape is 5201 for street addresses and 5200 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for EAST LONDON?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for EAST LONDON, Eastern Cape is 5201. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 5201 if your address is a street address in EAST LONDON.
What is the PO Box postal code for EAST LONDON?
The PO Box postal code for EAST LONDON in EAST LONDON is 5200. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 5201 instead.
What area does EAST LONDON fall under?
EAST LONDON falls under the EAST LONDON area in Eastern Cape, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 5201 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is EAST LONDON located in?
EAST LONDON is located in Eastern Cape, South Africa, within the EAST LONDON area. Its street postal code is 5201.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (5201 for EAST LONDON) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (5200) 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 EAST LONDON?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 5201 when your delivery address is in EAST LONDON, EAST LONDON, Eastern Cape.
Is the postal code for EAST LONDON 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 EAST LONDON is 5201 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 5201.
How do I address a letter to EAST LONDON?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then EAST LONDON, EAST LONDON, Eastern Cape, and end with 5201. For a PO Box, use 5200.
What is my postal code if I live in EAST LONDON?
If you live in EAST LONDON in EAST LONDON, Eastern Cape, your postal code is 5201. Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use 5200.
Can I use 5201 for courier deliveries to EAST LONDON?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in EAST LONDON, Eastern Cape, use 5201. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the EAST LONDON area.
What is the postcode for EAST LONDON in South Africa?
The postcode for EAST LONDON in South Africa is 5201 (street address) or 5200 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for EAST LONDON on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in EAST LONDON, EAST LONDON, use the street postal code 5201.
How many digits is the postal code for EAST LONDON?
The postal code for EAST LONDON is a 4-digit number: 5201. 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 EAST LONDON in EAST LONDON?
EAST LONDON is located within the EAST LONDON postal delivery area of Eastern Cape. Browse our EAST LONDON area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for EAST LONDON in Eastern Cape?
Different suburbs within EAST LONDON, Eastern Cape may have different postal codes. For EAST LONDON specifically, the street postal code is 5201. Visit our EAST LONDON 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. EAST LONDON in EAST LONDON uses 5201. Browse our Eastern Cape postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 5201 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in EAST LONDON, EAST LONDON, enter 5201 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for EAST LONDON on online shopping sites?
Use 5201 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in EAST LONDON. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the EAST LONDON 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 EAST LONDON in EAST LONDON, Eastern Cape is 5201 and the PO Box code is 5200.
Note: Postal code information for EAST LONDON is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.

More About EAST LONDON Postal Code — EAST LONDON, Eastern Cape

1. What is the physical postal code of EAST LONDON?
The physical street postal code of EAST LONDON is 5201. This code covers all street-addressed properties in EAST LONDON, EAST LONDON, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.

2. What is the zip code for EAST LONDON, 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 EAST LONDON in Eastern Cape is 5201. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 5201.

3. What postal code does EAST LONDON use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in EAST LONDON, EAST LONDON, use the street code 5201. 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 EAST LONDON?
The post code for EAST LONDON is 5201 for street addresses in EAST LONDON, Eastern Cape. If you are posting to a PO Box in EAST LONDON, the post code is 5200. South African post codes are always 4 digits.

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