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 MASAKHE at the STERKSTROOM Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
MASAKHE
Area / Town
STERKSTROOM
Province
Eastern Cape
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
5425
PO Box Postal Code
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: MASAKHE
Area: STERKSTROOM
Province: Eastern Cape
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 5425
PO Box Code:
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 5425 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 (5425) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in MASAKHE. 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 STERKSTROOM 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 MASAKHE in STERKSTROOM, Eastern Cape.
About MASAKHE, STERKSTROOM, Eastern Cape
MASAKHE is a suburb or locality situated in the STERKSTROOM 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 MASAKHE is 5425 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 MASAKHE within the broader STERKSTROOM 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 MASAKHE is 5425.
Frequently Asked Questions — MASAKHE Postal Code
What is the postal code for MASAKHE?
The postal code for MASAKHE in STERKSTROOM, Eastern Cape is 5425 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 MASAKHE?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for MASAKHE, Eastern Cape is 5425. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 5425 if your address is a street address in MASAKHE.
What is the PO Box postal code for MASAKHE?
The PO Box postal code for MASAKHE in STERKSTROOM is . Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 5425 instead.
What area does MASAKHE fall under?
MASAKHE falls under the STERKSTROOM area in Eastern Cape, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 5425 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is MASAKHE located in?
MASAKHE is located in Eastern Cape, South Africa, within the STERKSTROOM area. Its street postal code is 5425.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (5425 for MASAKHE) 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 MASAKHE?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 5425 when your delivery address is in MASAKHE, STERKSTROOM, Eastern Cape.
Is the postal code for MASAKHE 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 MASAKHE is 5425 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 5425.
How do I address a letter to MASAKHE?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then MASAKHE, STERKSTROOM, Eastern Cape, and end with 5425. For a PO Box, use .
What is my postal code if I live in MASAKHE?
If you live in MASAKHE in STERKSTROOM, Eastern Cape, your postal code is 5425. 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 5425 for courier deliveries to MASAKHE?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in MASAKHE, Eastern Cape, use 5425. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the STERKSTROOM area.
What is the postcode for MASAKHE in South Africa?
The postcode for MASAKHE in South Africa is 5425 (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 MASAKHE on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in MASAKHE, STERKSTROOM, use the street postal code 5425.
How many digits is the postal code for MASAKHE?
The postal code for MASAKHE is a 4-digit number: 5425. 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 MASAKHE in STERKSTROOM?
MASAKHE is located within the STERKSTROOM postal delivery area of Eastern Cape. Browse our STERKSTROOM area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for STERKSTROOM in Eastern Cape?
Different suburbs within STERKSTROOM, Eastern Cape may have different postal codes. For MASAKHE specifically, the street postal code is 5425. Visit our STERKSTROOM 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. MASAKHE in STERKSTROOM uses 5425. Browse our Eastern Cape postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 5425 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in MASAKHE, STERKSTROOM, enter 5425 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for MASAKHE on online shopping sites?
Use 5425 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in MASAKHE. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the MASAKHE 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 MASAKHE in STERKSTROOM, Eastern Cape is 5425 and the PO Box code is .
Note: Postal code information for MASAKHE is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About MASAKHE Postal Code — STERKSTROOM, Eastern Cape
1. What is the physical postal code of MASAKHE?
The physical street postal code of MASAKHE is 5425. This code covers all street-addressed properties in MASAKHE, STERKSTROOM, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for MASAKHE, 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 MASAKHE in Eastern Cape is 5425. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 5425.
3. What postal code does MASAKHE use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in MASAKHE, STERKSTROOM, use the street code 5425. 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 MASAKHE?
The post code for MASAKHE is 5425 for street addresses in STERKSTROOM, Eastern Cape. If you are posting to a PO Box in MASAKHE, the post code is . South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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