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 WEST BEACH at the PORT ALFRED Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
WEST BEACH
Area / Town
PORT ALFRED
Province
Western Cape
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
6170
PO Box Postal Code
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: WEST BEACH
Area: PORT ALFRED
Province: Western Cape
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 6170
PO Box Code:
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 6170 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 (6170) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in WEST BEACH. 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 PORT ALFRED 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 WEST BEACH in PORT ALFRED, Western Cape.
About WEST BEACH, PORT ALFRED, Western Cape
WEST BEACH is a suburb or locality situated in the PORT ALFRED 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 WEST BEACH is 6170 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 WEST BEACH within the broader PORT ALFRED 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 WEST BEACH is 6170.
Frequently Asked Questions — WEST BEACH Postal Code
What is the postal code for WEST BEACH?
The postal code for WEST BEACH in PORT ALFRED, Western Cape is 6170 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 WEST BEACH?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for WEST BEACH, Western Cape is 6170. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 6170 if your address is a street address in WEST BEACH.
What is the PO Box postal code for WEST BEACH?
The PO Box postal code for WEST BEACH in PORT ALFRED is . Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 6170 instead.
What area does WEST BEACH fall under?
WEST BEACH falls under the PORT ALFRED area in Western Cape, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 6170 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is WEST BEACH located in?
WEST BEACH is located in Western Cape, South Africa, within the PORT ALFRED area. Its street postal code is 6170.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (6170 for WEST BEACH) 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 WEST BEACH?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 6170 when your delivery address is in WEST BEACH, PORT ALFRED, Western Cape.
Is the postal code for WEST BEACH 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 WEST BEACH is 6170 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 6170.
How do I address a letter to WEST BEACH?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then WEST BEACH, PORT ALFRED, Western Cape, and end with 6170. For a PO Box, use .
What is my postal code if I live in WEST BEACH?
If you live in WEST BEACH in PORT ALFRED, Western Cape, your postal code is 6170. 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 6170 for courier deliveries to WEST BEACH?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in WEST BEACH, Western Cape, use 6170. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the PORT ALFRED area.
What is the postcode for WEST BEACH in South Africa?
The postcode for WEST BEACH in South Africa is 6170 (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 WEST BEACH on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in WEST BEACH, PORT ALFRED, use the street postal code 6170.
How many digits is the postal code for WEST BEACH?
The postal code for WEST BEACH is a 4-digit number: 6170. 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 WEST BEACH in PORT ALFRED?
WEST BEACH is located within the PORT ALFRED postal delivery area of Western Cape. Browse our PORT ALFRED area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for PORT ALFRED in Western Cape?
Different suburbs within PORT ALFRED, Western Cape may have different postal codes. For WEST BEACH specifically, the street postal code is 6170. Visit our PORT ALFRED 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. WEST BEACH in PORT ALFRED uses 6170. Browse our Western Cape postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 6170 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in WEST BEACH, PORT ALFRED, enter 6170 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for WEST BEACH on online shopping sites?
Use 6170 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in WEST BEACH. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the WEST BEACH 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 WEST BEACH in PORT ALFRED, Western Cape is 6170 and the PO Box code is .
Note: Postal code information for WEST BEACH is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About WEST BEACH Postal Code — PORT ALFRED, Western Cape
1. What is the physical postal code of WEST BEACH?
The physical street postal code of WEST BEACH is 6170. This code covers all street-addressed properties in WEST BEACH, PORT ALFRED, Western Cape, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for WEST BEACH, 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 WEST BEACH in Western Cape is 6170. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 6170.
3. What postal code does WEST BEACH use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in WEST BEACH, PORT ALFRED, use the street code 6170. 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 WEST BEACH?
The post code for WEST BEACH is 6170 for street addresses in PORT ALFRED, Western Cape. If you are posting to a PO Box in WEST BEACH, the post code is . South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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