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 HILLCREST at the WELLINGTON Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
HILLCREST
Area / Town
WELLINGTON
Province
Western Cape
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
7655
PO Box Postal Code
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: HILLCREST
Area: WELLINGTON
Province: Western Cape
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 7655
PO Box Code:
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 7655 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 (7655) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in HILLCREST. 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 WELLINGTON 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 HILLCREST in WELLINGTON, Western Cape.
About HILLCREST, WELLINGTON, Western Cape
HILLCREST is a suburb or locality situated in the WELLINGTON area of Western 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 HILLCREST is 7655 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 HILLCREST within the broader WELLINGTON 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 HILLCREST is 7655.
Frequently Asked Questions — HILLCREST Postal Code
What is the postal code for HILLCREST?
The postal code for HILLCREST in WELLINGTON, Western Cape is 7655 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 HILLCREST?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for HILLCREST, Western Cape is 7655. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 7655 if your address is a street address in HILLCREST.
What is the PO Box postal code for HILLCREST?
The PO Box postal code for HILLCREST in WELLINGTON is . Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 7655 instead.
What area does HILLCREST fall under?
HILLCREST falls under the WELLINGTON area in Western Cape, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 7655 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is HILLCREST located in?
HILLCREST is located in Western Cape, South Africa, within the WELLINGTON area. Its street postal code is 7655.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (7655 for HILLCREST) 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 HILLCREST?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 7655 when your delivery address is in HILLCREST, WELLINGTON, Western Cape.
Is the postal code for HILLCREST 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 HILLCREST is 7655 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 7655.
How do I address a letter to HILLCREST?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then HILLCREST, WELLINGTON, Western Cape, and end with 7655. For a PO Box, use .
What is my postal code if I live in HILLCREST?
If you live in HILLCREST in WELLINGTON, Western Cape, your postal code is 7655. 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 7655 for courier deliveries to HILLCREST?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in HILLCREST, Western Cape, use 7655. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the WELLINGTON area.
What is the postcode for HILLCREST in South Africa?
The postcode for HILLCREST in South Africa is 7655 (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 HILLCREST on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in HILLCREST, WELLINGTON, use the street postal code 7655.
How many digits is the postal code for HILLCREST?
The postal code for HILLCREST is a 4-digit number: 7655. 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 HILLCREST in WELLINGTON?
HILLCREST is located within the WELLINGTON postal delivery area of Western Cape. Browse our WELLINGTON area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for WELLINGTON in Western Cape?
Different suburbs within WELLINGTON, Western Cape may have different postal codes. For HILLCREST specifically, the street postal code is 7655. Visit our WELLINGTON postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the Western Cape postal code range?
Western Cape is served by multiple postal code ranges. HILLCREST in WELLINGTON uses 7655. Browse our Western Cape postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 7655 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in HILLCREST, WELLINGTON, enter 7655 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for HILLCREST on online shopping sites?
Use 7655 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in HILLCREST. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the HILLCREST 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 HILLCREST in WELLINGTON, Western Cape is 7655 and the PO Box code is .
Note: Postal code information for HILLCREST is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About HILLCREST Postal Code — WELLINGTON, Western Cape
1. What is the physical postal code of HILLCREST?
The physical street postal code of HILLCREST is 7655. This code covers all street-addressed properties in HILLCREST, WELLINGTON, Western Cape, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for HILLCREST, Western 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 HILLCREST in Western Cape is 7655. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 7655.
3. What postal code does HILLCREST use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in HILLCREST, WELLINGTON, use the street code 7655. 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 HILLCREST?
The post code for HILLCREST is 7655 for street addresses in WELLINGTON, Western Cape. If you are posting to a PO Box in HILLCREST, the post code is . South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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