Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
1280
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in WALES at the ACORNHOEK Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
WALES
Area / Town
ACORNHOEK
Province
Mpumalanga
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
1280
PO Box Postal Code
1280
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: WALES
Area: ACORNHOEK
Province: Mpumalanga
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 1280
PO Box Code: 1280
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 1280 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 (1280) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in WALES. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code (1280) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the ACORNHOEK 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 WALES in ACORNHOEK, Mpumalanga.
About WALES, ACORNHOEK, Mpumalanga
WALES is a suburb or locality situated in the ACORNHOEK area of Mpumalanga, 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 WALES is 1280 for street addresses and 1280 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 WALES within the broader ACORNHOEK 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 WALES is 1280.
Frequently Asked Questions — WALES Postal Code
What is the postal code for WALES?
The postal code for WALES in ACORNHOEK, Mpumalanga is 1280 for street addresses and 1280 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for WALES?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for WALES, Mpumalanga is 1280. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 1280 if your address is a street address in WALES.
What is the PO Box postal code for WALES?
The PO Box postal code for WALES in ACORNHOEK is 1280. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 1280 instead.
What area does WALES fall under?
WALES falls under the ACORNHOEK area in Mpumalanga, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 1280 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is WALES located in?
WALES is located in Mpumalanga, South Africa, within the ACORNHOEK area. Its street postal code is 1280.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (1280 for WALES) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (1280) 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 WALES?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 1280 when your delivery address is in WALES, ACORNHOEK, Mpumalanga.
Is the postal code for WALES 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 WALES is 1280 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 1280.
How do I address a letter to WALES?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then WALES, ACORNHOEK, Mpumalanga, and end with 1280. For a PO Box, use 1280.
What is my postal code if I live in WALES?
If you live in WALES in ACORNHOEK, Mpumalanga, your postal code is 1280. Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use 1280.
Can I use 1280 for courier deliveries to WALES?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in WALES, Mpumalanga, use 1280. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the ACORNHOEK area.
What is the postcode for WALES in South Africa?
The postcode for WALES in South Africa is 1280 (street address) or 1280 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for WALES on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in WALES, ACORNHOEK, use the street postal code 1280.
How many digits is the postal code for WALES?
The postal code for WALES is a 4-digit number: 1280. 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 WALES in ACORNHOEK?
WALES is located within the ACORNHOEK postal delivery area of Mpumalanga. Browse our ACORNHOEK area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for ACORNHOEK in Mpumalanga?
Different suburbs within ACORNHOEK, Mpumalanga may have different postal codes. For WALES specifically, the street postal code is 1280. Visit our ACORNHOEK postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the Mpumalanga postal code range?
Mpumalanga is served by multiple postal code ranges. WALES in ACORNHOEK uses 1280. Browse our Mpumalanga postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 1280 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in WALES, ACORNHOEK, enter 1280 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for WALES on online shopping sites?
Use 1280 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in WALES. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the WALES 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 WALES in ACORNHOEK, Mpumalanga is 1280 and the PO Box code is 1280.
Note: Postal code information for WALES is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About WALES Postal Code — ACORNHOEK, Mpumalanga
1. What is the physical postal code of WALES?
The physical street postal code of WALES is 1280. This code covers all street-addressed properties in WALES, ACORNHOEK, Mpumalanga, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for WALES, Mpumalanga?
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 WALES in Mpumalanga is 1280. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 1280.
3. What postal code does WALES use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in WALES, ACORNHOEK, use the street code 1280. 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 WALES?
The post code for WALES is 1280 for street addresses in ACORNHOEK, Mpumalanga. If you are posting to a PO Box in WALES, the post code is 1280. South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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