Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
4450
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in MELVILLE at the STANGER Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
MELVILLE
Area / Town
STANGER
Province
KwaZulu-Natal
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
4449
PO Box Postal Code
4450
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: MELVILLE
Area: STANGER
Province: KwaZulu-Natal
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 4449
PO Box Code: 4450
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 4449 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 (4449) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in MELVILLE. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code (4450) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the STANGER 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 MELVILLE in STANGER, KwaZulu-Natal.
About MELVILLE, STANGER, KwaZulu-Natal
MELVILLE is a suburb or locality situated in the STANGER area of KwaZulu-Natal, 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 MELVILLE is 4449 for street addresses and 4450 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 MELVILLE within the broader STANGER 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 MELVILLE is 4449.
Frequently Asked Questions — MELVILLE Postal Code
What is the postal code for MELVILLE?
The postal code for MELVILLE in STANGER, KwaZulu-Natal is 4449 for street addresses and 4450 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for MELVILLE?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for MELVILLE, KwaZulu-Natal is 4449. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 4449 if your address is a street address in MELVILLE.
What is the PO Box postal code for MELVILLE?
The PO Box postal code for MELVILLE in STANGER is 4450. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 4449 instead.
What area does MELVILLE fall under?
MELVILLE falls under the STANGER area in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 4449 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is MELVILLE located in?
MELVILLE is located in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, within the STANGER area. Its street postal code is 4449.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (4449 for MELVILLE) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (4450) 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 MELVILLE?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 4449 when your delivery address is in MELVILLE, STANGER, KwaZulu-Natal.
Is the postal code for MELVILLE 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 MELVILLE is 4449 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 4449.
How do I address a letter to MELVILLE?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then MELVILLE, STANGER, KwaZulu-Natal, and end with 4449. For a PO Box, use 4450.
What is my postal code if I live in MELVILLE?
If you live in MELVILLE in STANGER, KwaZulu-Natal, your postal code is 4449. Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use 4450.
Can I use 4449 for courier deliveries to MELVILLE?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in MELVILLE, KwaZulu-Natal, use 4449. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the STANGER area.
What is the postcode for MELVILLE in South Africa?
The postcode for MELVILLE in South Africa is 4449 (street address) or 4450 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for MELVILLE on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in MELVILLE, STANGER, use the street postal code 4449.
How many digits is the postal code for MELVILLE?
The postal code for MELVILLE is a 4-digit number: 4449. 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 MELVILLE in STANGER?
MELVILLE is located within the STANGER postal delivery area of KwaZulu-Natal. Browse our STANGER area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for STANGER in KwaZulu-Natal?
Different suburbs within STANGER, KwaZulu-Natal may have different postal codes. For MELVILLE specifically, the street postal code is 4449. Visit our STANGER postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the KwaZulu-Natal postal code range?
KwaZulu-Natal is served by multiple postal code ranges. MELVILLE in STANGER uses 4449. Browse our KwaZulu-Natal postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 4449 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in MELVILLE, STANGER, enter 4449 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for MELVILLE on online shopping sites?
Use 4449 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in MELVILLE. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the MELVILLE 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 MELVILLE in STANGER, KwaZulu-Natal is 4449 and the PO Box code is 4450.
Note: Postal code information for MELVILLE is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About MELVILLE Postal Code — STANGER, KwaZulu-Natal
1. What is the physical postal code of MELVILLE?
The physical street postal code of MELVILLE is 4449. This code covers all street-addressed properties in MELVILLE, STANGER, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for MELVILLE, KwaZulu-Natal?
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 MELVILLE in KwaZulu-Natal is 4449. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 4449.
3. What postal code does MELVILLE use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in MELVILLE, STANGER, use the street code 4449. 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 MELVILLE?
The post code for MELVILLE is 4449 for street addresses in STANGER, KwaZulu-Natal. If you are posting to a PO Box in MELVILLE, the post code is 4450. South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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