Post Office  Reviews 3,746

TrustScore 2 out of 5

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Review summary

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Looking at 663 reviews, most reviewers were unhappy with their experience overall. Many customers expressed dissatisfaction with the service, citing issues with unhelpful staff and long queues. People frequently encountered problems with delivery, including lost parcels, significant delays, and items not arriving as expected. The customer service was also a major point of contention, with many finding it difficult to get support or receive apologies for poor service. Conversely, a small portion of people were satisfied with the staff, describing some individuals as helpful, friendly, and efficient. Some reviewers also appreciated the convenient location of certain branches.

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Staff

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Delivery service

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Service

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Location

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Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

First I was told off for turning up at 12:25 to send my parcel when the post office counter closed at 12:30. When I was given the options of how my International parcel could be sent it was with a ve... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Mid afternoon Friday only one member of staff at the central Darlington, Cornmill post office. Naturally the customer in front of me had a lot of things to do so the wait seemed very long. I pulled up... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Place has turned into a dump recently. Hardly any staff or staff counting paperclips, coming down with "up selling opportunities…" boxes and boxes sweets, chocolate, popcorn, vapes, rubbish toys, chea... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Attempted delivery of letter on Friday 8th May. Card left saying it would be re delivered on Monday 11th May. Took day off work, no letter. Went to Sorting Office on Thursday 14th May to pick it up. T... See more


Company details

  1. Post Office
  2. Courier and Delivery Service
  3. Currency Exchange Service
  4. Non-Bank Financial Service
  5. Travel Insurance Company

Written by the company

Across the UK, you can find us in thousands of corner shops, newsagents and even pubs and bakeries. We make life easier for millions of people by providing over 170 products and services as diverse and important as: Mails and parcels: Sending letters or returning parcels is as important ever for countless customers and businesses, particularly with the rapid rise of online shopping. Cash and banking: Through our Banking Framework agreement, customers of major banks and building societies can use Post Office to withdraw cash, deposit cash and cheques, and obtain balances – making us an essential alternative to high street banks. Bill Payments: We provide bill payment services across all Post Office branches and Payzone outlets – covering everything from utilities through to transport and ticketing. Travel Money: We offer a variety of Travel Money from travel insurance and travel money to our customers, both online and in person. Customers can obtain foreign currency in over 30 popular types. Government services, including accessing Universal Credit: We have a long history of successfully serving as a key touch-point between the public and Government for a range of services, from accessing social benefits to renewing passports.


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TrustScore 2 out of 5

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Appalling!

Appalling!
Had to complain about the rude, noisy and destructive postman.
He is still all these things.
The post office did offer compensation for ruined vintage book he rolled up and jammed through the door.
Still waiting.

15 May 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This is the best Post Office in…

This is the best Post Office in Darlington. This morning the girls that assisted me, Donna and Sarah, couldn't have been more helpful. It was early morning and they were very happy and courteous. Each time I have been in the store all the girls there have been extremely pleasant and make the start of my day a very happy one. Donna and Sarah are full of smiles and pleasantries something that is lacking today in many other stores. Even starting at 6am the staff in this store are amazing. Thank you girls, you made an old lady very happy this morning. I am truly grateful for your assistance.

5 May 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

If I could give a zero I would

If I could give a zero I would

Incorrect and misleading information, lost letters, couldn’t care less attitude about sums up the post office. They are not fit for purpose. There should be an investigation into their abysmal service as what they are doing is far far from good

3 May 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The new family that have taken over…

The new family that have taken over quemerford postoffice are absolutely fantastic
The shop is filled with top quality fantastic food and accessories all at reasonable prices.
To have this shop on the east side of calne us truly amazing
The family are so helpful and friendly its such a pleasure to use the post office and shop thankyou 😊

3 May 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

We took out travel insurance with the…

We took out travel insurance with the post office. We paid for premium cover and added air disruption cover.
We had our flights cancelled due to the conflict in the middle east. Only to be told by a delighted post office agent that we are not protected.
Awful company don't use them.

9 March 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Millhouses Post Office Man is brilliant

My local post office man in Millhouses, Sheffield is worthy of praise. Nothing is too much trouble for him and as a non tech person I’ve often needed his help. It’s always ‘no problem’ so I just wanted to thank him officially on here.

2 May 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Terrible experience post office savings

Opened a savings account and pin number didnt work so was locked out.

Went online and had to call them as not online fac ility to reset passcode.

Eventually spoke to someone who didn't speak good english so couldn't understand what they were saying. Eventually told they couldnt reset set passcode, they have to post a new one out to me for security reasons.

Complete nonsense and is more likely to be intercepted than doing it online.

After so much hassle decided to cancel the savings plan but you cant cancel for at least 8 days after investing.

Absolute joke

30 April 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Belfast High Street Post Office is a dump

Place has turned into a dump recently. Hardly any staff or staff counting paperclips, coming down with "up selling opportunities…" boxes and boxes sweets, chocolate, popcorn, vapes, rubbish toys, cheap perfume, etc. etc., long queues, lights out, handmade signs, dirty, the four automatic postal vending machines haven't worked for months meaning you have to queue and queue; I could go on and on. It wasn't ever great but since being privatised it's going down substantially. It took me over 10 minutes just to buy a first class stamp! Saying that my local postie is excellent.

30 April 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Llanfairfechan Post Office

Post office staff (woman) has abysmal manners. Simply abysmal. Be prepared if you are going to use the post office section at this store.

29 April 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Shocking lack of empathy and respect at Southgate Branch

I am writing to express my deep disappointment with the Southgate branch (64 Chase Side).

The staff are incredibly rude and lack basic emotional intelligence. Despite being a loyal customer for over a year, I was treated with zero empathy during a simple currency exchange and deposit. They refused to assist with a minor postcode discrepancy and wouldn't even allow a moment of internet access to show my banking app. They act like robots, ignoring human common sense and professional courtesy. It was a humiliating experience.

28 April 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Lack of customer service and accuracy

First I was told off for turning up at 12:25 to send my parcel when the post office counter closed at 12:30. When I was given the options of how my International parcel could be sent it was with a very negative tone that the lady advised me that she couldn’t possibly send it by Royal Mail because it was over 2 kg.
She repeated to me several times in a very negative tone that because it had to be sent by courier she could not guarantee that it would arrive which led me to ask was she suggesting I did not send my package? No care was given to ensure my delivery was taken care of. After writing the destination address on the package myself in block capitals, the lady at the counter managed to get the name and the address of the recipient incorrect. I only found this out later when I saw my tracking details because she didn’t show me the label that she had typed. This was the second time in three weeks that I was treated like an absolute nuisance on trying to send my packages.

25 April 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I am give one because I did not find…

I am give one because I did not find zero, a letter was sent by the local authority of Islington to my address that was regarded to a PCN issued in May 2024 then in the end of 2025 I received a phone call from a Bailliff charge the PCN which I was not aware another case was that I lost my wallet which was found by someone who handed to the Liverpool Police station therefore the police sent me a letter which I also did not receive within a week then the police sent me again after a month which I received then I arrived to the police station they told me that it was the second letter they had sent. I live in the building number 23 and now and then we receive letter which supposed to be delivered in another road but also number 23 as this happening constantly as I can take to right address or put it in a red post office box it seems the people who work with Ealing Post office are not sober while they select the address of letter. Now I do not know who is held responsible for the overcharging and bailliff cost that occurred over the letter not delivered.

27 April 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Absolutely disgusting service from…

Absolutely disgusting service from Royal Mail. I have made two complaints furthermore escalated it. I’ve had no feed from Royal Mail. I’ve had no mail for going on 4 weeks! Now trying to get through to the depot to collect.

1 April 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Parcel not received

Parcel not received. Apparently it was delivered to my safe space. I do not have a safe space. Last time a delivery was left at my front door. This is the third time this has happened. Worse than EVRI.

26 April 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Postman needed stolen pink candles

So this time the postman needed stolen pink candles. What do you think he needs them for? He didn't even bother to come to the address, he didn't leave a note, nothing. Since I have CCTV 24 hours a day, no one came, it's all a lie. I will contact the head office.And maybe even the business owner.And to make matters worse, the day after that the post office sent me a message saying I had to pay an extra 1.5 pounds to get my pack of candles. Great, we're not all that stupid, just trying to scam customers and get ripped off. So enjoy. And I'll tell that 9-year-old girl that her postman stole her birthday cake candles.

25 April 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Post office meadow field ashington

Post office meadow field ashington. Ignorant staff. Was there at 09 10. Bloke behind counter just stood there and stared. Never said a word.I had to ask to send a parcel. He just said I'm not ready yet. Ignorant staff. Time for opening it 09:00

25 April 2026
Unprompted review

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