Aberdeen is a town in the Eastern Cape’s semi-arid Karoo region. It was founded in 1856 as a Dutch Reformed Church settlement and named after the Scottish hometown of Reverend Andrew Murray Sr. Aberdeen has an approximate population of 7,800 residents and covers an area of 15.4 km². Unlike most towns and cities in South Africa, Aberdeen has a single postal code, 6270, which is essential for mail delivery across the town and facilitates logistics.
Aberdeen Information Overview
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| City establishment date | 1856 |
| Total urban area (km²) | 15.4 |
| Population (2025) | ~7,800 (estimated) |
| Number of suburbs | 7 |
| Metropolitan status | Non-metropolitan |
| City postal code range | 6270 |
| Post offices | 1 (municipal data) |
| Main sorting center | Gqeberha, Eastern Cape |
What is the Aberdeen Postal Code?
South Africa uses a four-digit postal code system similar to the ZIP code system in countries like the U.S.A. What is the postal code for Aberdeen, South Africa? Aberdeen’s primary postal code is 6270, assigned to its central post office, which coordinates mail distribution for the town and the surrounding Karoo region.
Managed nationally by the South African Postal Code Office since its inception on October 8, 1973, the system ensures precise addressing across the country, including Aberdeen’s province, the Eastern Cape.
Structure of Aberdeen’s postal code (6270):
- First digit (6): Represents the Eastern Cape province.
- Second and third digits (27): Designate Aberdeen’s specific district within the province.
- Fourth digit (0): Indicates delivery type. In smaller towns like Aberdeen, this digit often remains standardized (0) due to centralized mail handling, though PO Boxes and street addresses may share the same code.
Aberdeen Suburbs Postal Codes
The Aberdeen has seven suburbs, all with postal codes as follows:
| No. | Suburb | Postal Code | PO Box |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aberdeen | 6270 | 6270 |
| 2 | Aberdeen Tsp | 6270 | 6270 |
| 3 | Hobsonville | 6270 | – |
| 4 | Lotusville | 6270 | – |
| 5 | Suidlokasie | 6270 | – |
| 6 | Thembalesizwe | 6270 | – |
Aberdeen Post Office Map
This interactive map displays the locations of all post offices and postal code boundaries across Aberdeen. Click on any marker to view detailed information about each postal facility, including its code, operating hours, and available services.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Aberdeen postal code?
6270
Where in South Africa is Aberdeen?
Great Karoo
