Postal Code V3W - Surrey Upper West, British Columbia, Canada
Postal Code: V3W
Postal System Details
Postal Authority
Canada Post
Postal System
Alphanumeric postal code (A#A #A#)
Region Structure
Province → City → Local Delivery Unit → Route
Area Information
The postal code V3W is part of Canada’s alphanumeric postal code system, administered under the operational framework of Canada Post, the national postal authority for Canada. Canadian postal codes follow the pattern A # A # A #, such as K 1 A 0 B X (illustrative only). The first character identifies the province/territory, the next two specify the city and routing area, and the last three characters define the Local Delivery Unit (LDU). This code corresponds to Surrey Upper West in the British Columbia province/territory, located near latitude 49.141 and longitude -122.8569. The routing hierarchy follows Province → City → Local Delivery Unit → Route. Example: - Province/Territory: British Columbia - City: (Example: Central Urban City) - Local Delivery Unit (LDU): Surrey Upper West - Route: Based on final characters This page reflects the structural practices publicly used by Canada Post. All patterns shown are illustrative only. For accurate delivery or address verification, ensure city and LDU match Surrey Upper West, British Columbia, Canada.
Country:
Canada
State:
British Columbia
Area:
Surrey Upper West
Postal Code:
V3W
Latitude:
49.141
Longitude:
-122.8569
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What area does V3W represent in Canada?
It defines the Local Delivery Unit (LDU) serving Surrey Upper West in the British Columbia province/territory.
2. How does Canada’s postal code system work?
It uses an alphanumeric structure A#A #A# identifying province, city, routing area, and LDU.
3. Can V3W verify an address in Canada?
Yes—if the city and LDU match Surrey Upper West, British Columbia.
4. Which authority manages postal codes in Canada?
Canada Post manages postal routing and code assignments nationwide.