ZIP Code 23705: Portsmouth, Virginia
ZIP code 23705 is assigned to Portsmouth, Virginia, and lies within Portsmouth (independent city). Its reference point is at latitude 36.8686 and longitude -76.3552 (36°52'07.0"N 76°21'18.7"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 23705
Portsmouth, VA has 8 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 23705, they include 23701, 23702, 23703, 23704, 23707, 23708, 23709.
Across Portsmouth (independent city) there are 8 ZIP codes listed, and Virginia has 1,356 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 23708 (Portsmouth, VA), which shares the same reference point.
| ZIP code | 23705 |
|---|---|
| City | Portsmouth |
| County | Portsmouth (independent city) |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| Latitude | 36.8686 |
| Longitude | -76.3552 |
| DMS | 36°52'07.0"N 76°21'18.7"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 23708 (Portsmouth, same location) |
Map of ZIP Code 23705
Map centered on 36.8686, -76.3552. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Portsmouth, VA
Video: Portsmouth, VA
I-264 - Downtown Toll Tunnel - Portsmouth - Virginia - 4K Infrastructure Drive — by Mileage Mike Travels · Watch on YouTube
ZIP Codes Near 23705
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 23705, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 23705, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Norfolk, VA (3.0 mi east). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Norfolk, VA – 3.0 mi east
Schools Near Portsmouth, VA
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 23705 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Portsmouth and Portsmouth (independent city).
Searching nearby communities such as Norfolk can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 23705.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Portsmouth, VA are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 23705.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Portsmouth, VA can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 23705 may also use facilities in nearby Norfolk.
Shopping and Dining in Portsmouth
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 23705 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Portsmouth, Virginia can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 23705.
To research local history, try searching for Portsmouth (independent city) records and archives along with the name Portsmouth.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 23705, Norfolk lies about 3.0 mi to the east. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Portsmouth show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 23705
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Greetings from Norfolk Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia - Large Letter Postcard (11025197255)”): Steve Shook from Moscow, Idaho, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Crassostrea virginica 533691254”): Gold eagle Kroll, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “I-264 - Downtown Toll Tunnel - Portsmouth - Virginia - 4K Infrastructure Drive” by Mileage Mike Travels, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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Data for ZIP code 23705 comes from a public U.S. postal code dataset and is provided for general reference. Always confirm mailing details with the U.S. Postal Service.