Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
5600
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in SWEETWATER at the KING WILLIAMS TOWN Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
SWEETWATER
Area / Town
KING WILLIAMS TOWN
Province
Eastern Cape
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
5601
PO Box Postal Code
5600
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: SWEETWATER
Area: KING WILLIAMS TOWN
Province: Eastern Cape
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 5601
PO Box Code: 5600
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 5601 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 (5601) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in SWEETWATER. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code (5600) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the KING WILLIAMS TOWN 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 SWEETWATER in KING WILLIAMS TOWN, Eastern Cape.
About SWEETWATER, KING WILLIAMS TOWN, Eastern Cape
SWEETWATER is a suburb or locality situated in the KING WILLIAMS TOWN area of Eastern 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 SWEETWATER is 5601 for street addresses and 5600 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 SWEETWATER within the broader KING WILLIAMS TOWN 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 SWEETWATER is 5601.
Frequently Asked Questions — SWEETWATER Postal Code
What is the postal code for SWEETWATER?
The postal code for SWEETWATER in KING WILLIAMS TOWN, Eastern Cape is 5601 for street addresses and 5600 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for SWEETWATER?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for SWEETWATER, Eastern Cape is 5601. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 5601 if your address is a street address in SWEETWATER.
What is the PO Box postal code for SWEETWATER?
The PO Box postal code for SWEETWATER in KING WILLIAMS TOWN is 5600. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 5601 instead.
What area does SWEETWATER fall under?
SWEETWATER falls under the KING WILLIAMS TOWN area in Eastern Cape, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 5601 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is SWEETWATER located in?
SWEETWATER is located in Eastern Cape, South Africa, within the KING WILLIAMS TOWN area. Its street postal code is 5601.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (5601 for SWEETWATER) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (5600) 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 SWEETWATER?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 5601 when your delivery address is in SWEETWATER, KING WILLIAMS TOWN, Eastern Cape.
Is the postal code for SWEETWATER 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 SWEETWATER is 5601 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 5601.
How do I address a letter to SWEETWATER?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then SWEETWATER, KING WILLIAMS TOWN, Eastern Cape, and end with 5601. For a PO Box, use 5600.
What is my postal code if I live in SWEETWATER?
If you live in SWEETWATER in KING WILLIAMS TOWN, Eastern Cape, your postal code is 5601. Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use 5600.
Can I use 5601 for courier deliveries to SWEETWATER?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in SWEETWATER, Eastern Cape, use 5601. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the KING WILLIAMS TOWN area.
What is the postcode for SWEETWATER in South Africa?
The postcode for SWEETWATER in South Africa is 5601 (street address) or 5600 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for SWEETWATER on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in SWEETWATER, KING WILLIAMS TOWN, use the street postal code 5601.
How many digits is the postal code for SWEETWATER?
The postal code for SWEETWATER is a 4-digit number: 5601. 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 SWEETWATER in KING WILLIAMS TOWN?
SWEETWATER is located within the KING WILLIAMS TOWN postal delivery area of Eastern Cape. Browse our KING WILLIAMS TOWN area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for KING WILLIAMS TOWN in Eastern Cape?
Different suburbs within KING WILLIAMS TOWN, Eastern Cape may have different postal codes. For SWEETWATER specifically, the street postal code is 5601. Visit our KING WILLIAMS TOWN postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the Eastern Cape postal code range?
Eastern Cape is served by multiple postal code ranges. SWEETWATER in KING WILLIAMS TOWN uses 5601. Browse our Eastern Cape postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 5601 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in SWEETWATER, KING WILLIAMS TOWN, enter 5601 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for SWEETWATER on online shopping sites?
Use 5601 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in SWEETWATER. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the SWEETWATER 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 SWEETWATER in KING WILLIAMS TOWN, Eastern Cape is 5601 and the PO Box code is 5600.
Note: Postal code information for SWEETWATER is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About SWEETWATER Postal Code — KING WILLIAMS TOWN, Eastern Cape
1. What is the physical postal code of SWEETWATER?
The physical street postal code of SWEETWATER is 5601. This code covers all street-addressed properties in SWEETWATER, KING WILLIAMS TOWN, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for SWEETWATER, Eastern 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 SWEETWATER in Eastern Cape is 5601. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 5601.
3. What postal code does SWEETWATER use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in SWEETWATER, KING WILLIAMS TOWN, use the street code 5601. 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 SWEETWATER?
The post code for SWEETWATER is 5601 for street addresses in KING WILLIAMS TOWN, Eastern Cape. If you are posting to a PO Box in SWEETWATER, the post code is 5600. South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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