Postal Code B3K 5B5: Halifax, Nova Scotia
Postal code B3K 5B5 is assigned to Halifax, Nova Scotia. Its reference point is at latitude 44.6491 and longitude -63.594 (44°38'56.8"N 63°35'38.4"W).
Location Overview of Postal Code B3K 5B5
B3K 5B5 belongs to the B3K forward sortation area (FSA), which has 903 postal codes in our directory, mostly around Halifax.
Halifax has 4,730 postal codes in our directory.
Nova Scotia has 29,933 postal codes listed in total.
The nearest listed postal code is B3K 5B4 (Halifax), which shares the same reference point.
| Postal code | B3K 5B5 |
|---|---|
| Place | Halifax |
| Forward sortation area (FSA) | B3K |
| Province | Nova Scotia |
| Country | Canada |
| Latitude | 44.6491 |
| Longitude | -63.594 |
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Map of Postal Code B3K 5B5
Map centred on 44.6491, -63.594. The pin marks the postal code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Halifax, Nova Scotia
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Postal Codes Near B3K 5B5
These 16 postal codes have the closest reference points to B3K 5B5, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest places to postal code B3K 5B5, measured in a straight line from its reference point. Road distances will be longer.
- Shearwater – 3.5 km east
- Lower Prospect – 4.1 km southwest
- Dartmouth – 5.3 km northeast
- East Lawrencetown – 6.0 km northeast
- Fergusons Cove – 6.9 km south
- Goodwood – 6.9 km southwest
- Beechville – 7.3 km west
- Herring Cove – 7.8 km south
- North Preston – 8.1 km northeast
- Lakeside – 8.4 km west
- Duncans Cove – 9.5 km south
- Cole Harbour – 9.7 km east
Schools Near Halifax
If you are moving to postal code B3K 5B5, check with the education authority that serves Halifax which schools cover your street address.
Looking at nearby areas such as Shearwater, Lower Prospect and Dartmouth widens the choice of state, private and international schools. The links below open live Google Maps results centred on this location.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Use the map above to explore green space around Halifax, then zoom out to find larger parks, trails and nature areas in the wider Nova Scotia area.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, clinics and pharmacies serving Halifax can be found with the searches below. In an emergency in Canada, call 911.
Residents may also use facilities in nearby Shearwater, Lower Prospect and Dartmouth.
Shopping and Dining in Halifax
For places to eat and shop near postal code B3K 5B5, the searches below show up-to-date listings around this location.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Halifax, Nova Scotia can be found with the searches below.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From postal code B3K 5B5, Shearwater lies about 3.5 km to the east, Lower Prospect lies about 4.1 km to the southwest, Dartmouth lies about 5.3 km to the northeast, East Lawrencetown lies about 6.0 km to the northeast and Fergusons Cove lies about 6.9 km to the south in a straight line. Use the directions link for routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and coastline near Halifax show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About Postal Code B3K 5B5
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Halifax DSC 3376 (2341288189)”): Dennis G. Jarvis, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Halifax, Nova Scotia: Travel Guide for First Timers!” by Aly Smalls, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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Data for postal code B3K 5B5 comes from GeoNames and is provided for general reference. Always confirm mailing details with Canada Post.