Royal mail 1st class time
According to Royal Mail's website, the estimated delivery times for 1st Class mail in the UK are:
- Monday to Saturday: 93% of 1st Class mail is delivered the next working day, with 98% delivered within 3 working days.
- Sunday: 1st Class mail is not delivered on Sundays, except for special arrangements for certain types of mail, such as Parcelforce 24 and Special Delivery.
Please note that these are estimated delivery times and may vary depending on various factors, such as:
- The time of posting: Mail posted later in the day may not be delivered until the next working day.
- The destination: Delivery times may vary depending on the location, with urban areas generally receiving mail faster than rural areas.
- Weather conditions: Inclement weather, such as heavy snow or flooding, can affect delivery times.
- High volumes of mail: During peak periods, such as Christmas, delivery times may be longer due to increased volumes of mail.
It's also worth noting that Royal Mail aims to deliver 1st Class mail by 1pm the next working day, but this is not a guaranteed service. If you need a guaranteed delivery time, you may want to consider using a tracked or signed-for service, such as Special Delivery.