In today's fast-paced world, missed deliveries can be a real inconvenience. Whether you're at work, running errands, or simply unable to answer the door, Royal Mail offers a simple and effective solution: Safe Place delivery. This service allows you to designate a secure location where your parcel can be left when you're not home. In this blog post, we'll walk you through the process of setting up a Safe Place and explore the benefits it provides.
How to Set Up a Royal Mail Safe Place
Setting up a Safe Place with Royal Mail is a straightforward process. Follow these steps to ensure your parcels are delivered safely and securely:
- Check Eligibility: Not all addresses are eligible for a Safe Place designation. Visit the Royal Mail website and enter your postcode to check whether your address qualifies for the service.
- Choose a Safe Place: Select a secure, weatherproof location on your property where your parcel can be safely left. Popular choices include a porch, shed, garage, or a hidden corner in your garden. Ensure the location is easily accessible for the postman but not visible to passersby.
- Provide Safe Place Details: We recommend setting up a Royal Mail account or use the Royal Mail mobile app, where you can set up a permanent Safe Place for all future deliveries. Also, when placing an order with a retailer that uses Royal Mail tracked delivery, you can often specify your chosen Safe Place on an individual basis from the tracking details provided. If that is not possible, you may be able to provide an alternative delivery address or location.
- Label the Safe Place (Optional): To make it easier for delivery personnel, consider placing a small label or sign indicating the Safe Place. However, avoid making it too obvious to deter potential theft.
- Receive Confirmation: Once your Safe Place is set up, Royal Mail will confirm its use. If a delivery is made to your designated Safe Place, you'll receive a notification confirming that the parcel has been left there.
Benefits of Using a Royal Mail Safe Place
Using a Safe Place for your deliveries comes with several advantages, especially if you order many larger items that do not fit through a standard letter-box:
- Convenience: No more waiting at home for a delivery or making trips to the post office to collect a missed parcel. Your packages are left safely at your property, ready for you when you return.
- Flexibility: Whether you're at work or away for the day, you can rest assured that your parcel will be delivered and stored securely without the need for a signature.
- Reduced Missed Deliveries: Missed deliveries can be frustrating, especially when you need an item urgently. A Safe Place minimises the chances of having to reschedule a delivery.
- Secure Storage: If you choose a well-hidden, weatherproof Safe Place, your parcels remain secure and protected from both theft and bad weather.
- Environmentally Friendly: Fewer missed deliveries mean fewer reattempts, reducing carbon emissions from delivery vehicles making multiple trips to the same location.
By setting up a Royal Mail Safe Place, you can make parcel deliveries more efficient, convenient, and secure. If you haven’t already, consider designating a Safe Place for your deliveries today and enjoy hassle-free shipping straight to your doorstep.