Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
1545
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in SHERWOOD GARDENS at the BRAKPAN Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
SHERWOOD GARDENS
Area / Town
BRAKPAN
Province
Gauteng
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
1541
PO Box Postal Code
1545
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: SHERWOOD GARDENS
Area: BRAKPAN
Province: Gauteng
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 1541
PO Box Code: 1545
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 1541 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 (1541) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in SHERWOOD GARDENS. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code (1545) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the BRAKPAN 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 SHERWOOD GARDENS in BRAKPAN, Gauteng.
About SHERWOOD GARDENS, BRAKPAN, Gauteng
SHERWOOD GARDENS is a suburb or locality situated in the BRAKPAN area of Gauteng, 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 SHERWOOD GARDENS is 1541 for street addresses and 1545 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 SHERWOOD GARDENS within the broader BRAKPAN 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 SHERWOOD GARDENS is 1541.
Frequently Asked Questions — SHERWOOD GARDENS Postal Code
What is the postal code for SHERWOOD GARDENS?
The postal code for SHERWOOD GARDENS in BRAKPAN, Gauteng is 1541 for street addresses and 1545 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for SHERWOOD GARDENS?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for SHERWOOD GARDENS, Gauteng is 1541. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 1541 if your address is a street address in SHERWOOD GARDENS.
What is the PO Box postal code for SHERWOOD GARDENS?
The PO Box postal code for SHERWOOD GARDENS in BRAKPAN is 1545. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 1541 instead.
What area does SHERWOOD GARDENS fall under?
SHERWOOD GARDENS falls under the BRAKPAN area in Gauteng, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 1541 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is SHERWOOD GARDENS located in?
SHERWOOD GARDENS is located in Gauteng, South Africa, within the BRAKPAN area. Its street postal code is 1541.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (1541 for SHERWOOD GARDENS) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (1545) 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 SHERWOOD GARDENS?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 1541 when your delivery address is in SHERWOOD GARDENS, BRAKPAN, Gauteng.
Is the postal code for SHERWOOD GARDENS 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 SHERWOOD GARDENS is 1541 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 1541.
How do I address a letter to SHERWOOD GARDENS?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then SHERWOOD GARDENS, BRAKPAN, Gauteng, and end with 1541. For a PO Box, use 1545.
What is my postal code if I live in SHERWOOD GARDENS?
If you live in SHERWOOD GARDENS in BRAKPAN, Gauteng, your postal code is 1541. Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use 1545.
Can I use 1541 for courier deliveries to SHERWOOD GARDENS?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in SHERWOOD GARDENS, Gauteng, use 1541. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the BRAKPAN area.
What is the postcode for SHERWOOD GARDENS in South Africa?
The postcode for SHERWOOD GARDENS in South Africa is 1541 (street address) or 1545 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for SHERWOOD GARDENS on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in SHERWOOD GARDENS, BRAKPAN, use the street postal code 1541.
How many digits is the postal code for SHERWOOD GARDENS?
The postal code for SHERWOOD GARDENS is a 4-digit number: 1541. 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 SHERWOOD GARDENS in BRAKPAN?
SHERWOOD GARDENS is located within the BRAKPAN postal delivery area of Gauteng. Browse our BRAKPAN area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for BRAKPAN in Gauteng?
Different suburbs within BRAKPAN, Gauteng may have different postal codes. For SHERWOOD GARDENS specifically, the street postal code is 1541. Visit our BRAKPAN postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the Gauteng postal code range?
Gauteng is served by multiple postal code ranges. SHERWOOD GARDENS in BRAKPAN uses 1541. Browse our Gauteng postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 1541 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in SHERWOOD GARDENS, BRAKPAN, enter 1541 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for SHERWOOD GARDENS on online shopping sites?
Use 1541 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in SHERWOOD GARDENS. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the SHERWOOD GARDENS 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 SHERWOOD GARDENS in BRAKPAN, Gauteng is 1541 and the PO Box code is 1545.
Note: Postal code information for SHERWOOD GARDENS is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About SHERWOOD GARDENS Postal Code — BRAKPAN, Gauteng
1. What is the physical postal code of SHERWOOD GARDENS?
The physical street postal code of SHERWOOD GARDENS is 1541. This code covers all street-addressed properties in SHERWOOD GARDENS, BRAKPAN, Gauteng, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for SHERWOOD GARDENS, Gauteng?
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 SHERWOOD GARDENS in Gauteng is 1541. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 1541.
3. What postal code does SHERWOOD GARDENS use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in SHERWOOD GARDENS, BRAKPAN, use the street code 1541. 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 SHERWOOD GARDENS?
The post code for SHERWOOD GARDENS is 1541 for street addresses in BRAKPAN, Gauteng. If you are posting to a PO Box in SHERWOOD GARDENS, the post code is 1545. South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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