How many parcels do royal mail lose
According to Royal Mail's own data, the number of parcels they lose or misdeliver is relatively low. Here are some statistics:
- In 2020/21, Royal Mail reported a loss rate of 0.45% for parcels, which means that out of every 1,000 parcels sent, 4.5 were lost or misdelivered.
- In 2019/20, the loss rate was 0.43%.
- In 2018/19, the loss rate was 0.41%.
It's worth noting that these figures are based on Royal Mail's own internal data and may not reflect the actual number of parcels that are lost or misdelivered. Additionally, the loss rate can vary depending on a number of factors, such as the type of parcel, the destination, and the handling procedures.
To put these figures into perspective, Royal Mail handles over 1.5 billion parcels every year, so even with a loss rate of 0.45%, that's still over 6.75 million parcels that are lost or misdelivered annually.
It's also worth noting that Royal Mail has a robust system in place to track and trace parcels, and they offer a range of services to help customers track their parcels and resolve any issues that may arise.