Royal mail postbox times

Royal Mail operates a network of postboxes across the UK, and the collection times for these postboxes vary depending on the location and the type of postbox. Here are some general guidelines on Royal Mail postbox collection times:

Standard Postboxes:

• Most standard postboxes are collected daily, Monday to Saturday, at the following times:
  • 1st and 2nd class mail: usually collected between 10:30 am and 1:30 pm
  • Special Delivery and 1st class signed-for mail: usually collected between 1:30 pm and 3:30 pm
• Some postboxes may have a later collection time, usually around 4:30 pm or 5:30 pm, depending on the location and the volume of mail.

Large Letterboxes:

• Large letterboxes, which are designed for larger items such as parcels and packets, are usually collected at the following times:
  • Monday to Friday: usually collected between 10:30 am and 1:30 pm
  • Saturday: usually collected between 10:30 am and 12:30 pm

Special Collection Times:

• Some postboxes may have special collection times for specific services, such as:
  • Sunday collections: some postboxes may be collected on Sundays, usually between 10:30 am and 12:30 pm
  • Late-night collections: some postboxes in busy areas may be collected later in the evening, usually around 7:30 pm or 8:30 pm
  • Early-morning collections: some postboxes in areas with high footfall, such as city centers, may be collected early in the morning, usually around 6:30 am or 7:30 am

Postbox Collection Times by Region:

• Royal Mail also provides a list of postbox collection times by region, which can be found on their website. You can enter your postcode or location to find the collection times for postboxes in your area.

It's always a good idea to check the collection times for your local postbox before posting, as these times may be subject to change. You can also contact your local post office or Royal Mail customer service for more information on postbox collection times in your area.