Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
1981
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in LAKESIDE UIT 4 at the MAFATSANA Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
LAKESIDE UIT 4
Area / Town
MAFATSANA
Province
Eastern Cape
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
1984
PO Box Postal Code
1981
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: LAKESIDE UIT 4
Area: MAFATSANA
Province: Eastern Cape
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 1984
PO Box Code: 1981
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 1984 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 (1984) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in LAKESIDE UIT 4. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code (1981) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the MAFATSANA 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 LAKESIDE UIT 4 in MAFATSANA, Eastern Cape.
About LAKESIDE UIT 4, MAFATSANA, Eastern Cape
LAKESIDE UIT 4 is a suburb or locality situated in the MAFATSANA 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 LAKESIDE UIT 4 is 1984 for street addresses and 1981 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 LAKESIDE UIT 4 within the broader MAFATSANA 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 LAKESIDE UIT 4 is 1984.
Frequently Asked Questions — LAKESIDE UIT 4 Postal Code
What is the postal code for LAKESIDE UIT 4?
The postal code for LAKESIDE UIT 4 in MAFATSANA, Eastern Cape is 1984 for street addresses and 1981 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for LAKESIDE UIT 4?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for LAKESIDE UIT 4, Eastern Cape is 1984. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 1984 if your address is a street address in LAKESIDE UIT 4.
What is the PO Box postal code for LAKESIDE UIT 4?
The PO Box postal code for LAKESIDE UIT 4 in MAFATSANA is 1981. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 1984 instead.
What area does LAKESIDE UIT 4 fall under?
LAKESIDE UIT 4 falls under the MAFATSANA area in Eastern Cape, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 1984 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is LAKESIDE UIT 4 located in?
LAKESIDE UIT 4 is located in Eastern Cape, South Africa, within the MAFATSANA area. Its street postal code is 1984.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (1984 for LAKESIDE UIT 4) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (1981) 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 LAKESIDE UIT 4?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 1984 when your delivery address is in LAKESIDE UIT 4, MAFATSANA, Eastern Cape.
Is the postal code for LAKESIDE UIT 4 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 LAKESIDE UIT 4 is 1984 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 1984.
How do I address a letter to LAKESIDE UIT 4?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then LAKESIDE UIT 4, MAFATSANA, Eastern Cape, and end with 1984. For a PO Box, use 1981.
What is my postal code if I live in LAKESIDE UIT 4?
If you live in LAKESIDE UIT 4 in MAFATSANA, Eastern Cape, your postal code is 1984. Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use 1981.
Can I use 1984 for courier deliveries to LAKESIDE UIT 4?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in LAKESIDE UIT 4, Eastern Cape, use 1984. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the MAFATSANA area.
What is the postcode for LAKESIDE UIT 4 in South Africa?
The postcode for LAKESIDE UIT 4 in South Africa is 1984 (street address) or 1981 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for LAKESIDE UIT 4 on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in LAKESIDE UIT 4, MAFATSANA, use the street postal code 1984.
How many digits is the postal code for LAKESIDE UIT 4?
The postal code for LAKESIDE UIT 4 is a 4-digit number: 1984. 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 LAKESIDE UIT 4 in MAFATSANA?
LAKESIDE UIT 4 is located within the MAFATSANA postal delivery area of Eastern Cape. Browse our MAFATSANA area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for MAFATSANA in Eastern Cape?
Different suburbs within MAFATSANA, Eastern Cape may have different postal codes. For LAKESIDE UIT 4 specifically, the street postal code is 1984. Visit our MAFATSANA 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. LAKESIDE UIT 4 in MAFATSANA uses 1984. Browse our Eastern Cape postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 1984 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in LAKESIDE UIT 4, MAFATSANA, enter 1984 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for LAKESIDE UIT 4 on online shopping sites?
Use 1984 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in LAKESIDE UIT 4. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the LAKESIDE UIT 4 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 LAKESIDE UIT 4 in MAFATSANA, Eastern Cape is 1984 and the PO Box code is 1981.
Note: Postal code information for LAKESIDE UIT 4 is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About LAKESIDE UIT 4 Postal Code — MAFATSANA, Eastern Cape
1. What is the physical postal code of LAKESIDE UIT 4?
The physical street postal code of LAKESIDE UIT 4 is 1984. This code covers all street-addressed properties in LAKESIDE UIT 4, MAFATSANA, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for LAKESIDE UIT 4, 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 LAKESIDE UIT 4 in Eastern Cape is 1984. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 1984.
3. What postal code does LAKESIDE UIT 4 use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in LAKESIDE UIT 4, MAFATSANA, use the street code 1984. 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 LAKESIDE UIT 4?
The post code for LAKESIDE UIT 4 is 1984 for street addresses in MAFATSANA, Eastern Cape. If you are posting to a PO Box in LAKESIDE UIT 4, the post code is 1981. South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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