Can royal mail leave parcel with neighbour

According to Royal Mail's guidelines, they may leave a parcel with a neighbor if you're not available to receive it. Here are some scenarios where this might happen:

  1. Delivery to a safe location: If you're not at home, Royal Mail may leave your parcel with a neighbor if they deem it a safe location. This is usually the case if the neighbor is known to the delivery driver or if the parcel is small enough to be left in a secure location.
  2. Neighbor's consent: If you've given Royal Mail permission to leave your parcel with a neighbor, they may do so. You can indicate this on the delivery card or by contacting Royal Mail customer service.
  3. Special Delivery: For Special Delivery items, Royal Mail will always try to deliver to the recipient's address. If you're not available, they may leave the parcel with a neighbor if they're unable to deliver it to you.

However, there are some situations where Royal Mail won't leave a parcel with a neighbor:

  1. Large or fragile items: Royal Mail may not leave large or fragile items with a neighbor, as they require a signature upon delivery.
  2. High-value items: For high-value items, Royal Mail may require a signature upon delivery and won't leave them with a neighbor.
  3. Special instructions: If you've specified special delivery instructions, such as "leave with a specific person" or "deliver to a specific location," Royal Mail will follow these instructions.

If you're concerned about your parcel being left with a neighbor, you can:

  1. Specify a safe location: When sending a parcel, you can specify a safe location where the delivery driver can leave it, such as a secure shed or a trusted neighbor.
  2. Request a signature: You can request a signature upon delivery, which ensures that the parcel is only handed over to the intended recipient.
  3. Track your parcel: Use Royal Mail's tracking service to monitor the status of your parcel and receive updates on its delivery.

Remember to always check with your neighbor before giving Royal Mail permission to leave a parcel with them.