Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
2970
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in MEMEL at the NEWCASTLE Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
MEMEL
Area / Town
NEWCASTLE
Province
KwaZulu-Natal
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
2970
PO Box Postal Code
2970
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: MEMEL
Area: NEWCASTLE
Province: KwaZulu-Natal
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 2970
PO Box Code: 2970
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 2970 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 (2970) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in MEMEL. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code (2970) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the NEWCASTLE 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 MEMEL in NEWCASTLE, KwaZulu-Natal.
About MEMEL, NEWCASTLE, KwaZulu-Natal
MEMEL is a suburb or locality situated in the NEWCASTLE 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 MEMEL is 2970 for street addresses and 2970 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 MEMEL within the broader NEWCASTLE 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 MEMEL is 2970.
Frequently Asked Questions — MEMEL Postal Code
What is the postal code for MEMEL?
The postal code for MEMEL in NEWCASTLE, KwaZulu-Natal is 2970 for street addresses and 2970 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for MEMEL?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for MEMEL, KwaZulu-Natal is 2970. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 2970 if your address is a street address in MEMEL.
What is the PO Box postal code for MEMEL?
The PO Box postal code for MEMEL in NEWCASTLE is 2970. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 2970 instead.
What area does MEMEL fall under?
MEMEL falls under the NEWCASTLE area in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 2970 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is MEMEL located in?
MEMEL is located in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, within the NEWCASTLE area. Its street postal code is 2970.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (2970 for MEMEL) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (2970) 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 MEMEL?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 2970 when your delivery address is in MEMEL, NEWCASTLE, KwaZulu-Natal.
Is the postal code for MEMEL 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 MEMEL is 2970 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 2970.
How do I address a letter to MEMEL?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then MEMEL, NEWCASTLE, KwaZulu-Natal, and end with 2970. For a PO Box, use 2970.
What is my postal code if I live in MEMEL?
If you live in MEMEL in NEWCASTLE, KwaZulu-Natal, your postal code is 2970. Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use 2970.
Can I use 2970 for courier deliveries to MEMEL?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in MEMEL, KwaZulu-Natal, use 2970. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the NEWCASTLE area.
What is the postcode for MEMEL in South Africa?
The postcode for MEMEL in South Africa is 2970 (street address) or 2970 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for MEMEL on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in MEMEL, NEWCASTLE, use the street postal code 2970.
How many digits is the postal code for MEMEL?
The postal code for MEMEL is a 4-digit number: 2970. 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 MEMEL in NEWCASTLE?
MEMEL is located within the NEWCASTLE postal delivery area of KwaZulu-Natal. Browse our NEWCASTLE area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for NEWCASTLE in KwaZulu-Natal?
Different suburbs within NEWCASTLE, KwaZulu-Natal may have different postal codes. For MEMEL specifically, the street postal code is 2970. Visit our NEWCASTLE 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. MEMEL in NEWCASTLE uses 2970. Browse our KwaZulu-Natal postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 2970 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in MEMEL, NEWCASTLE, enter 2970 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for MEMEL on online shopping sites?
Use 2970 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in MEMEL. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the MEMEL 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 MEMEL in NEWCASTLE, KwaZulu-Natal is 2970 and the PO Box code is 2970.
Note: Postal code information for MEMEL is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About MEMEL Postal Code — NEWCASTLE, KwaZulu-Natal
1. What is the physical postal code of MEMEL?
The physical street postal code of MEMEL is 2970. This code covers all street-addressed properties in MEMEL, NEWCASTLE, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for MEMEL, 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 MEMEL in KwaZulu-Natal is 2970. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 2970.
3. What postal code does MEMEL use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in MEMEL, NEWCASTLE, use the street code 2970. 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 MEMEL?
The post code for MEMEL is 2970 for street addresses in NEWCASTLE, KwaZulu-Natal. If you are posting to a PO Box in MEMEL, the post code is 2970. South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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