{"id":28163,"date":"2025-02-27T17:29:13","date_gmt":"2025-02-27T15:29:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.geopostcodes.com\/en-GB\/?p=28163"},"modified":"2026-04-01T07:01:01","modified_gmt":"2026-04-01T07:01:01","slug":"get-zip-code-from-latitude-and-longitude","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.geopostcodes.com\/en-GB\/blog\/get-zip-code-from-latitude-and-longitude\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Get Postcode from Latitude and Longitude"},"content":{"rendered":"<style> h2 { padding: 0 0 40px; } h2:not(:first-of-type) { padding: 60px 0 40px; } h3, h4, h5 { padding: 40px 0 20px; } .wp-block-list li { margin-bottom: 20px; } .wp-block-image figcaption, .wp-block-table figcaption { margin-top: 10px; font-size: 78%; text-align: middle; } .wp-block-image, .wp-block-table { margin-bottom: 40px; } .bulb-background { background-color: #D7EFFF; padding: 30px; border-radius: 25px; margin-top: 20px; margin-bottom: 40px; } .wp-block-image img { display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-radius: 25px; } .bulb-background + h2, .bulb-background + h3, .bulb-background + h4, .bulb-background + h5 { margin-top: 0 !important; padding-top: 0 !important; } <\/style>\n<p><script> document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', () => { document.querySelectorAll('a').forEach(link => { link.setAttribute('target', '_blank'); link.setAttribute('rel', 'noreferrer noopener'); }); document.querySelectorAll('p').forEach(paragraph => { if (paragraph.innerText.includes('\ud83d\udca1')) { paragraph.classList.add('bulb-background'); } }); }); <\/script><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Introduction<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Geographic coordinates to postcode conversion is a key challenge in location intelligence and address management. Businesses must regularly determine the correct postcode for specific latitude and longitude coordinates. This reverse geocoding process bridges raw geographic data with standardized address information critical for operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Reverse geocoding transforms precise location coordinates into human-readable address components. Postcodes hold particular value for business operations across industries. Organizations utilize this capability to power location-based services, streamline customer communications, and enhance delivery logistics. When customers access services, their device&#8217;s GPS coordinates can be converted instantly to a postcode, enabling location-specific messaging without manual address entry. The accurate ability to get a postcode from latitude and longitude drives operational efficiency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This article explores practical methods for converting coordinates to postcodes, highlighting how <a href=\"https:\/\/www.geopostcodes.com\/en-GB\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GeoPostcodes\u2019<\/a> location data solutions support better decision-making, streamlined operations, and enhanced customer experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 For over 15 years, we have created the most comprehensive&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.geopostcodes.com\/en-GB\/postal-zip-code-database\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">worldwide postcode database<\/a>. Our location data is updated weekly, relying on more than 1,500 sources. Browse GeoPostcodes datasets and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/public.geopostcodes.com\/portal-signup\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>download a free sample here<\/strong><\/a><strong>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Understanding Latitude and Longitude<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Geographic coordinates form the foundation of location-based services, precisely identifying any point on Earth\u2019s surface. Understanding their components is essential to effectively converting coordinates to postcodes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Latitude represents the angular distance between a point on Earth\u2019s surface and the equator, measured in degrees. Points north of the equator have positive latitude values (0\u00b0 to 90\u00b0), while locations south have negative values (0\u00b0 to -90\u00b0). This measurement divides Earth into horizontal bands, with the equator as the zero-reference line.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.surferseo.art\/06533b2b-bb4b-433a-8814-e842ae7fdb11.png\" alt=\"Latitude\" style=\"width:450px\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Longitude measures the angular distance east or west from the prime meridian, which runs through Greenwich, London. Longitude values range from 0\u00b0 to 180\u00b0 east and 0\u00b0 to -180\u00b0 west. Together, these measurements create a grid system enabling precise location identification. The coordinates (40.7128, -74.0060) uniquely identify New York City\u2019s approximate center.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"936\" height=\"982\" src=\"https:\/\/www.geopostcodes.com\/en-GB\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Screenshot-2025-03-06-at-15.11.57-png.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-28827\" style=\"width:450px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.geopostcodes.com\/en-GB\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Screenshot-2025-03-06-at-15.11.57-png.webp 936w, https:\/\/www.geopostcodes.com\/en-GB\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Screenshot-2025-03-06-at-15.11.57-286x300.webp 286w, https:\/\/www.geopostcodes.com\/en-GB\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Screenshot-2025-03-06-at-15.11.57-768x806.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 936px) 100vw, 936px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This coordinate system becomes particularly relevant when working with postcode conversion. Each postcode encompasses a specific geographic area, and determining which postcode contains a given coordinate pair requires spatial calculations based on accurate input coordinates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Methods to Convert Latitude and Longitude to Postcodes<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Converting geographic coordinates to postcodes requires specialized tools and approaches to handle spatial data effectively. The process involves comparing the input coordinates against defined postcode boundaries or reference points to determine the appropriate postcode for a given location.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One powerful approach involves using PostgreSQL with the PostGIS extension, which provides robust spatial analysis capabilities. This combination allows for efficient geographic data processing and can handle complex spatial queries. PostGIS enhances PostgreSQL by adding support for geographic objects, enabling it to perform location queries in an SQL environment. The system can perform spatial tests to determine which postcode boundary contains a specific coordinate pair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Consider this example of a PostGIS query that finds the postcode for a given lat and long:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"EnlighterJSRAW\" data-enlighter-language=\"generic\" data-enlighter-theme=\"\" data-enlighter-highlight=\"\" data-enlighter-linenumbers=\"\" data-enlighter-lineoffset=\"\" data-enlighter-title=\"\" data-enlighter-group=\"\">SELECT\n\tzip_boundaries.postcode,\n\tpoint_coordinates.latitude,\n\tpoint_coordinates.longitude\nFROM zip_boundaries\nJOIN point_coordinates ON\n\tST_Contains(\n\t    ST_Transform(zip_boundaries.geom, 4326),\n\t    ST_SetSRID(ST_MakePoint(point_coordinates.latitude, point_coordinates.longitude), 4326)\n\t);\n\n<\/pre>\n\n\n\n<p>In this query, we work with two key data elements: the zip_boundaries table storing polygon shapes of postcode areas and the <mark style=\"background-color:var(--ast-global-color-4);color:#c42990\" class=\"has-inline-color\">point_coordinates<\/mark> table holding latitude\/longitude data points. The <mark style=\"background-color:var(--ast-global-color-4);color:#d62177\" class=\"has-inline-color\">ST_MakePoint<\/mark> function converts the coordinates to point geometry type, and the SetSRID function sets the coordinate reference system (CRS) to 4326. The polygons of all the postcodes are transformed into the same CRS. Polygons and points must have the same CRS to identify the relationship between them and the <mark style=\"background-color:var(--ast-global-color-4);color:#c42990\" class=\"has-inline-color\">ST_Contains<\/mark> function accurately. That function checks if the geometry in the first argument fully contains the geometry in the second argument and returns a True or False value accordingly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This approach uses spatial indexing for speed and efficiency, making it perfect for processing large datasets or powering real-time location lookups in customer-facing applications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Using Python<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Python offers robust capabilities for reverse geocoding operations, particularly when handling postcode boundaries at scale. Python\u2019s geospatial libraries provide efficient tools for spatial operations, making it excellent for processing coordinate data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We primarily rely on two powerful Python libraries for reverse geocoding with postcodes: Geopandas for handling spatial data and Shapely for geometric operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Geopandas extends the popular data analysis library Pandas to work with geometric types.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.surferseo.art\/25d4a91a-48d7-4975-8333-0918ccbf7ea1.png\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Shapely provides the fundamental geometric operations needed for spatial analysis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.surferseo.art\/da69fae7-38c1-4f61-9b50-e19673fb1607.png\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>These libraries work seamlessly with standard spatial data formats, including SHP, KML, and GPKG.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll need two key components to implement reverse geocoding: <strong>a dataset of coordinates<\/strong> you want to analyze and a comprehensive set of <strong>postcode polygons<\/strong>. The postcode polygons define the geographical boundaries of each postcode area. You can access free postcode polygon samples from the <a href=\"https:\/\/public.geopostcodes.com\/portal-signup\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GeoPostcodes portal<\/a>, which provides data in multiple formats to suit your needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"EnlighterJSRAW\" data-enlighter-language=\"generic\" data-enlighter-theme=\"\" data-enlighter-highlight=\"\" data-enlighter-linenumbers=\"\" data-enlighter-lineoffset=\"\" data-enlighter-title=\"\" data-enlighter-group=\"\">import geopandas as gpd\nfrom shapely.geometry import Point\nimport pandas as pd\n\ndef load_postal_polygons(filepath):\n    \"\"\"\n    Load postal code polygons from a spatial file (SHP, KML, or GPKG)\n\n    Args:\n        filepath: Path to the spatial data file containing postal code polygons\n\n    Returns:\n        GeoDataFrame containing postal code polygons\n    \"\"\"\n    return gpd.read_file(filepath)\n\ndef get_postal_code(coordinates, postal_polygons):\n    \"\"\"\n    Find the postal code for given coordinates\n\n    Args:\n        coordinates: tuple of (longitude, latitude)\n        postal_polygons: GeoDataFrame containing postal code polygons\n\n    Returns:\n        postal code string or None if no match found\n    \"\"\"\n    # Create a Point object from the coordinates\n    point = Point(coordinates)\n\n    # Find which polygon contains the point\n    containing_polygons = postal_polygons[postal_polygons.geometry.contains(point)]\n\n    if len(containing_polygons) > 0:\n        # Return the postal code of the containing polygon\n        return containing_polygons.iloc[0]['postal_code']\n    return None\n\ndef batch_reverse_geocode(coordinates_df, postal_polygons):\n    \"\"\"\n    Process multiple coordinates to find their postal codes\n\n    Args:\n        coordinates_df: DataFrame with 'longitude' and 'latitude' columns\n        postal_polygons: GeoDataFrame containing postal code polygons\n\n    Returns:\n        DataFrame with original coordinates and corresponding postal codes\n    \"\"\"\n    # Create geometry column from coordinates\n    geometry = [Point(xy) for xy in postcode(coordinates_df['longitude'],\n                                      coordinates_df['latitude'])]\n\n    # Convert to GeoDataFrame\n    points_gdf = gpd.GeoDataFrame(coordinates_df, geometry=geometry)\n\n    # Perform spatial join\n    result = gpd.sjoin(points_gdf, postal_polygons, how='left', op='within')\n\n    return result\n\n# Example usage\nif __name__ == \"__main__\":\n    # Load postal code polygons\n    postal_polygons = load_postal_polygons('postal_codes.shp')\n\n    # Single coordinate lookup\n    coordinates = (-73.935242, 40.730610)  # New York coordinates\n    postal_code = get_postal_code(coordinates, postal_polygons)\n\n    # Batch processing example\n    coordinates_data = {\n        'longitude': [-73.935242, -122.419416],\n        'latitude': [40.730610, 37.774929]\n    }\n    coords_df = pd.DataFrame(coordinates_data)\n    results = batch_reverse_geocode(coords_df, postal_polygons)\n\n<\/pre>\n\n\n\n<p>This Python implementation offers a practical approach to reverse geocoding. The solution centers on three core functions: load_postal_polygons handles data preparation, <mark style=\"background-color:var(--ast-global-color-4);color:#c42990\" class=\"has-inline-color\">get_postal_code<\/mark> manages individual lookups, and <mark style=\"background-color:var(--ast-global-color-4);color:#c42990\" class=\"has-inline-color\">batch_reverse_geocode<\/mark> processes multiple coordinates through efficient spatial joins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Proper implementation requires robust coordinate validation to handle edge cases correctly. The solution supports individual lookups and batch processing, making it easily scalable and adaptable to various operational needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 Ready to convert coordinates to Postcodes yourself? Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/public.geopostcodes.com\/portal-signup\">GeoPostcodes portal<\/a>, navigate to <a href=\"https:\/\/portal.geopostcodes.com\/data-landing\">Data Explorer,<\/a> find <a href=\"https:\/\/portal.geopostcodes.com\/data-explorer\/countries\">Postcode &amp; address data<\/a>, and download a free sample for any country of interest. You will have a comprehensive file containing Postcodes with their corresponding latitude and longitude coordinates\u2014perfect for testing your implementation or enriching your location data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ensuring Data Accuracy<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"555\" height=\"506\" src=\"https:\/\/www.geopostcodes.com\/en-GB\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Frame-48095691-1-png.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-29162\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.geopostcodes.com\/en-GB\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Frame-48095691-1-png.webp 555w, https:\/\/www.geopostcodes.com\/en-GB\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Frame-48095691-1-300x274.webp 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 555px) 100vw, 555px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Data accuracy forms the cornerstone of reliable coordinate-to-postcode conversion systems. The quality of your results directly correlates with the precision and freshness of your reference data. Working with outdated postcode information leads to misrouted deliveries, incorrect service area assignments, and costly operational errors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To ensure optimal accuracy in your implementations, consider creating a data validation framework that includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table ticss-8bbc426a\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><th>Check Type<\/th><th>Description<\/th><th>Implementation Method<\/th><\/tr><tr><td>Coordinate Range<\/td><td>Verify latitude\/longitude bounds<\/td><td>Mathematical validation<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Data Freshness<\/td><td>Confirm data update frequency<\/td><td>Timestamp comparison<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Boundary Verification<\/td><td>Check point-in-polygon accuracy<\/td><td>Spatial analysis<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Response Validation<\/td><td>Verify returned postcodes<\/td><td>Reference comparison<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Example of coordinate range validation in Python:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"EnlighterJSRAW\" data-enlighter-language=\"generic\" data-enlighter-theme=\"\" data-enlighter-highlight=\"\" data-enlighter-linenumbers=\"\" data-enlighter-lineoffset=\"\" data-enlighter-title=\"\" data-enlighter-group=\"\">def validate_coordinates(latitude, longitude):\n    \"\"\"\n    Validates geographic coordinates\n    \"\"\"\n    if not (-90 &lt;= latitude &lt;= 90):\n        raise ValueError(\"Invalid latitude value\")\n    if not (-180 &lt;= longitude &lt;= 180):\n        raise ValueError(\"Invalid longitude value\")\n    return True\n\n<\/pre>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Where to get Postcodes database with latitude and longitude?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>GeoPostcodes<\/strong> is the leading source for enterprises needing a complete Postcode database that includes <strong>latitude and longitude coordinates<\/strong>. Here&#8217;s why:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Unmatched US &amp; Global Coverage:<\/strong> Access <strong>41,339 Postcodes in the U.S<\/strong> and <strong>8.6 million postal codes<\/strong> across 247 countries with accurate coordinates for every location.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>High Data Quality:<\/strong> Built on extensive, authoritative sourcing from <strong>1,500+ official sources,<\/strong> with robust data engineering and quality control. Long-standing partnerships with national and international\u00a0<strong>postal operators<\/strong> guarantee the timely delivery of accurate information.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Always up-to-date:<\/strong> Regular updates from our data specialists to reflect the world\u2019s changing geography and ensure your location data stays accurate and compliant.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dedicated Expert Consulting:<\/strong> With 15 years of experience, we guide your implementation and deliver data in the format that fits your system, and solve technical challenges with ease.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Self-hosted data:<\/strong> Integrates seamlessly into your <strong>ERP, CRM, and TMS systems<\/strong> without API limitations. Exert complete control of your data: enhanced security, compliance, and performance at a fixed cost, no matter the volume.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rich attributes:<\/strong> Country-specific information, latitude and longitude coordinates, population, multi-language support, Enhanced UNLOCODEs, IATA codes, and time zones.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Trusted by Industry Leaders:<\/strong> Relied upon by <strong>124 Fortune 500 companies,<\/strong> including Amazon, Randstad, DB Schenker, and MSC, for mission-critical operations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Proven Efficiency:<\/strong> Customers like DB Schenker validate postal data <strong>300X faster<\/strong> with our comprehensive database.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Free Lookup Tool Available:<\/strong> Test and validate Postcode data with GeoPostcodes\u2019 public lookup feature: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.geopostcodes.com\/en-GB\/usa-zip-code-lookup\/\">United States Postcode Lookup<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Converting latitude and longitude to postcodes requires precise implementation and up-to-date reference data. We\u2019ve explored geographic coordinate fundamentals and practical conversion techniques, highlighting their impact on business operations across industries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Location data management demands specialized expertise and significant resources. Most organizations struggle to maintain accurate postcode databases and efficient internal conversion algorithms. Rather than building these systems from scratch, businesses benefit from accessing pre-validated, regularly updated data sources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.geopostcodes.com\/en-GB\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GeoPostcodes<\/a> maintains one of the world\u2019s most extensive location databases, covering 247 countries with weekly updates from over 1,500 authoritative sources. Our commitment to data accuracy ensures reliable coordinate-to-postcode conversions. Browse GeoPostcodes&#8217; databases and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/public.geopostcodes.com\/portal-signup\">download a free sample here<\/a><\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQ<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion-aa5641a4\" class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion exclusive has-light-content-bg is-style-default\">\n<details class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion-item\"><summary class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion-item__title\"><div><strong>How do I get the address from latitude and longitude?<\/strong><\/div><\/summary><div class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion-item__content\">\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Use reverse geocoding to get an address from latitude and longitude coordinates. Ensure you are using a high-quality database, such as GeoPostcodes, to achieve optimal results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion-item\"><summary class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion-item__title\"><div><strong><strong><strong>How to convert latitude and longitude to address?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/div><\/summary><div class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion-item__content\">\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Use GeoPostcodes database to convert any address, street, postcode, city, administrative area, or UNLOCODE into latitude and longitude coordinates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion-item\"><summary class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion-item__title\"><div><strong>Why was my answer discarded when asking about Postcodes from latitude and longitude?<\/strong><\/div><\/summary><div class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion-item__content\">\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Postcodes cover areas while coordinates are points, creating ambiguity. The system may lack updated boundary data, encounter formatting issues, or face technical limitations in specific regions where postal codes aren&#8217;t clearly defined.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion-item\"><summary class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion-item__title\"><div><strong><strong><strong>Why does &#8220;get zipcode from latitude and longitude&#8221; give &#8220;not the answer&#8221; I expected?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/div><\/summary><div class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion-item__content\">\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The result may vary due to data differences. Check if the coordinates are precise and match an updated database. If needed, verify results in an Excel file or cross-check with other answers in questions tagged similarly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/details>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Discover simple methods to convert latitude and longitude into postcodes. 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