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 NEWTOWN at the COOKHOUSE Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
NEWTOWN
Area / Town
COOKHOUSE
Province
North West
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
5820
PO Box Postal Code
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: NEWTOWN
Area: COOKHOUSE
Province: North West
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 5820
PO Box Code:
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 5820 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 (5820) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in NEWTOWN. 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 COOKHOUSE 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 NEWTOWN in COOKHOUSE, North West.
About NEWTOWN, COOKHOUSE, North West
NEWTOWN is a suburb or locality situated in the COOKHOUSE area of North West, 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 NEWTOWN is 5820 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 NEWTOWN within the broader COOKHOUSE 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 NEWTOWN is 5820.
Frequently Asked Questions — NEWTOWN Postal Code
What is the postal code for NEWTOWN?
The postal code for NEWTOWN in COOKHOUSE, North West is 5820 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 NEWTOWN?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for NEWTOWN, North West is 5820. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 5820 if your address is a street address in NEWTOWN.
What is the PO Box postal code for NEWTOWN?
The PO Box postal code for NEWTOWN in COOKHOUSE is . Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 5820 instead.
What area does NEWTOWN fall under?
NEWTOWN falls under the COOKHOUSE area in North West, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 5820 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is NEWTOWN located in?
NEWTOWN is located in North West, South Africa, within the COOKHOUSE area. Its street postal code is 5820.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (5820 for NEWTOWN) 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 NEWTOWN?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 5820 when your delivery address is in NEWTOWN, COOKHOUSE, North West.
Is the postal code for NEWTOWN 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 NEWTOWN is 5820 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 5820.
How do I address a letter to NEWTOWN?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then NEWTOWN, COOKHOUSE, North West, and end with 5820. For a PO Box, use .
What is my postal code if I live in NEWTOWN?
If you live in NEWTOWN in COOKHOUSE, North West, your postal code is 5820. 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 5820 for courier deliveries to NEWTOWN?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in NEWTOWN, North West, use 5820. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the COOKHOUSE area.
What is the postcode for NEWTOWN in South Africa?
The postcode for NEWTOWN in South Africa is 5820 (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 NEWTOWN on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in NEWTOWN, COOKHOUSE, use the street postal code 5820.
How many digits is the postal code for NEWTOWN?
The postal code for NEWTOWN is a 4-digit number: 5820. 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 NEWTOWN in COOKHOUSE?
NEWTOWN is located within the COOKHOUSE postal delivery area of North West. Browse our COOKHOUSE area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for COOKHOUSE in North West?
Different suburbs within COOKHOUSE, North West may have different postal codes. For NEWTOWN specifically, the street postal code is 5820. Visit our COOKHOUSE postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the North West postal code range?
North West is served by multiple postal code ranges. NEWTOWN in COOKHOUSE uses 5820. Browse our North West postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 5820 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in NEWTOWN, COOKHOUSE, enter 5820 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for NEWTOWN on online shopping sites?
Use 5820 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in NEWTOWN. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the NEWTOWN 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 NEWTOWN in COOKHOUSE, North West is 5820 and the PO Box code is .
Note: Postal code information for NEWTOWN is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About NEWTOWN Postal Code — COOKHOUSE, North West
1. What is the physical postal code of NEWTOWN?
The physical street postal code of NEWTOWN is 5820. This code covers all street-addressed properties in NEWTOWN, COOKHOUSE, North West, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for NEWTOWN, North West?
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 NEWTOWN in North West is 5820. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 5820.
3. What postal code does NEWTOWN use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in NEWTOWN, COOKHOUSE, use the street code 5820. 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 NEWTOWN?
The post code for NEWTOWN is 5820 for street addresses in COOKHOUSE, North West. If you are posting to a PO Box in NEWTOWN, the post code is . South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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