How many sorting depots do the royal mail have

According to the Royal Mail's own data, as of 2020, they have a total of 54 Mail Centres and 1,000+ Delivery Offices across the United Kingdom. These facilities are responsible for sorting and delivering mail and parcels to customers.

Here's a breakdown of the types of facilities and their approximate numbers:

1. Mail Centres: 54
   • These are large sorting facilities that handle high volumes of mail and parcels. They are responsible for sorting and dispatching mail to Delivery Offices and other Mail Centres.
2. Delivery Offices: 1,000+
   • These are smaller facilities that are responsible for delivering mail and parcels to customers in their local area.
3. Delivery Hubs: 200+
   • These are smaller facilities that are responsible for sorting and dispatching mail and parcels to Delivery Offices and customers in their local area.
4. Parcel Sortation Centres: 10+
   • These are specialized facilities that are responsible for sorting and dispatching parcels to customers.

It's worth noting that the Royal Mail's network is constantly evolving, and the number of facilities may change over time due to changes in mail volumes, technology, and operational requirements.