Royal mail divert mail

The frustration of having your mail diverted!

Royal Mail, the UK's postal service, may divert your mail for various reasons, including:

  1. Address changes: If you've moved to a new address, your mail may be diverted to your new address.
  2. Mail forwarding: If you're away from your usual address for an extended period, you can set up mail forwarding to have your mail sent to a temporary address.
  3. Delivery issues: If there are issues with delivering mail to your address, such as a faulty mailbox or a problem with the postal route, your mail may be diverted to a nearby address or a post office.
  4. Security concerns: In rare cases, Royal Mail may divert mail if there are concerns about the security of your address, such as a high volume of junk mail or suspicious activity.

If you're experiencing issues with your mail being diverted, here are some steps you can take:

  1. Contact Royal Mail: Reach out to Royal Mail's customer service team to report the issue and ask for assistance. You can call them on 03457 740 740 or visit their website to submit a query.
  2. Check your address: Ensure that your address is correct and up-to-date. If you've recently moved, check that your new address is registered with Royal Mail.
  3. Contact your local post office: Visit your local post office and speak to the staff about the issue. They may be able to help resolve the problem or provide more information about the diversion.
  4. Check with your neighbors: If you're concerned that your mail is being diverted to a neighbor's address, try contacting them to see if they've received any of your mail.

Remember to always keep your address up-to-date with Royal Mail and other relevant organizations to avoid any issues with your mail delivery.