Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
5850
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in OLD LOCATION at the SOMERSET EAST Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
OLD LOCATION
Area / Town
SOMERSET EAST
Province
Western Cape
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
PO Box Postal Code
5850
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: OLD LOCATION
Area: SOMERSET EAST
Province: Western Cape
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code:
PO Box Code: 5850
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 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 () is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in OLD LOCATION. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code (5850) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the SOMERSET EAST 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 OLD LOCATION in SOMERSET EAST, Western Cape.
About OLD LOCATION, SOMERSET EAST, Western Cape
OLD LOCATION is a suburb or locality situated in the SOMERSET EAST area of Western 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 OLD LOCATION is for street addresses and 5850 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 OLD LOCATION within the broader SOMERSET EAST 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 OLD LOCATION is .
Frequently Asked Questions — OLD LOCATION Postal Code
What is the postal code for OLD LOCATION?
The postal code for OLD LOCATION in SOMERSET EAST, Western Cape is for street addresses and 5850 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for OLD LOCATION?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for OLD LOCATION, Western Cape is . On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter if your address is a street address in OLD LOCATION.
What is the PO Box postal code for OLD LOCATION?
The PO Box postal code for OLD LOCATION in SOMERSET EAST is 5850. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use instead.
What area does OLD LOCATION fall under?
OLD LOCATION falls under the SOMERSET EAST area in Western Cape, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is OLD LOCATION located in?
OLD LOCATION is located in Western Cape, South Africa, within the SOMERSET EAST area. Its street postal code is .
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code ( for OLD LOCATION) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (5850) 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 OLD LOCATION?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter when your delivery address is in OLD LOCATION, SOMERSET EAST, Western Cape.
Is the postal code for OLD LOCATION 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 OLD LOCATION is for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with .
How do I address a letter to OLD LOCATION?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then OLD LOCATION, SOMERSET EAST, Western Cape, and end with . For a PO Box, use 5850.
What is my postal code if I live in OLD LOCATION?
If you live in OLD LOCATION in SOMERSET EAST, Western Cape, your postal code is . Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use 5850.
Can I use for courier deliveries to OLD LOCATION?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in OLD LOCATION, Western Cape, use . All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the SOMERSET EAST area.
What is the postcode for OLD LOCATION in South Africa?
The postcode for OLD LOCATION in South Africa is (street address) or 5850 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for OLD LOCATION on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in OLD LOCATION, SOMERSET EAST, use the street postal code .
How many digits is the postal code for OLD LOCATION?
The postal code for OLD LOCATION is a 4-digit number: . 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 OLD LOCATION in SOMERSET EAST?
OLD LOCATION is located within the SOMERSET EAST postal delivery area of Western Cape. Browse our SOMERSET EAST area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for SOMERSET EAST in Western Cape?
Different suburbs within SOMERSET EAST, Western Cape may have different postal codes. For OLD LOCATION specifically, the street postal code is . Visit our SOMERSET EAST postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the Western Cape postal code range?
Western Cape is served by multiple postal code ranges. OLD LOCATION in SOMERSET EAST uses . Browse our Western Cape postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in OLD LOCATION, SOMERSET EAST, enter as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for OLD LOCATION on online shopping sites?
Use for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in OLD LOCATION. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the OLD LOCATION 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 OLD LOCATION in SOMERSET EAST, Western Cape is and the PO Box code is 5850.
Note: Postal code information for OLD LOCATION is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About OLD LOCATION Postal Code — SOMERSET EAST, Western Cape
1. What is the physical postal code of OLD LOCATION?
The physical street postal code of OLD LOCATION is . This code covers all street-addressed properties in OLD LOCATION, SOMERSET EAST, Western Cape, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for OLD LOCATION, Western 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 OLD LOCATION in Western Cape is . On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter .
3. What postal code does OLD LOCATION use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in OLD LOCATION, SOMERSET EAST, use the street code . 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 OLD LOCATION?
The post code for OLD LOCATION is for street addresses in SOMERSET EAST, Western Cape. If you are posting to a PO Box in OLD LOCATION, the post code is 5850. South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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