postcodegebied
Postcodegebied is a term used in Dutch to describe a geographic area defined by the postal code system. In this context, a postcodegebied corresponds to the first two digits of the four-digit postal code, providing a broad region that helps organize mail delivery and regional identification.
In the Netherlands, a standard postal code consists of four digits followed by two letters (for example,
The concept of a postcodegebied is used for practical and analytical purposes. It aids mail routing, logistics
Postcodegebieden are not fixed administrative units. Their boundaries can cross municipal borders, and the size of