Post Office  Reviews 3,749

TrustScore 2 out of 5

1.8

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Review summary

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Considering 660 reviews, most reviewers were unhappy with their experience overall. Many customers reported consistently poor delivery service, with parcels arriving late, damaged, or not at all, leading to significant frustration. The customer service was frequently criticized for being unhelpful, rude, and difficult to reach, with some people experiencing long queues and unaddressed complaints. Reviewers also expressed dissatisfaction with the general service, citing issues like incorrect information, lost mail, and a lack of accountability from the company. Conversely, a small portion of people felt that some staff members were helpful, friendly, and efficient, making their experiences positive. However, some customers also noted that the location of some branches was convenient, despite the overall negative service.

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Staff

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Delivery service

Users describe negative interactions with delivery services, citing issues such as parcels not being... See more

Service

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Location

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Reviews shaping this summary

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

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

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 t... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Cosham Post Office - a difficult transaction with a hostile woman. Started getting agitated when I asked a question. Defo won’t attend COSHAM in Portsmouth branch again. What a shame she let down... 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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1.8

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TrustScore 2 out of 5

4K reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Delivery Service from the Post…

Great Delivery Service from the Post Office

I was kept fully informed by the Post Office from the moment my order was dispatched. They updated me on the expected delivery day, which made the whole process smooth and reassuring. My remote control arrived safely, promptly, and exactly as promised. Excellent service all round

11 March 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

263 parade Chelmsford Essex Amazing Service

At 263 parade Chelmsford Essex Post office the service is absolutely amazing, all the staff there especially the two ladies are exceptional their customerservice is second to none, I am made to feel valued and there always do their upmost to help

11 March 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Crap service

Still waiting for bus pass. Hospital letter, finacial paperwork. Service in Shoeburyness Essex SS3 is shocking.

10 March 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

DONT SIGN UP.

I signed up for the Over 50s life insurance because of the £125 gift card. Only to have to wait A YEAR for it then when its due I have wait further 4 weeks for it.
Ridiculous.

9 March 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

shocking..obviously evri..post office…

ushocking..obviously evri..post office and amazon are desperate for staff..too many envelopes and parcels broken into..most are really wet through obviously to hide the tear or hole as accidentally burst...how on earth they get wet travelling in vans .the thieves think we are idiots..
.today 9th march granddaughter birthday and a card arrived envelope torn open...sender i messaged said £10 was in...i had similar problem last year when a parcel forced through letter box..delivery guy didn't know i was in..inside a bottle of water instead of a new mobile phone..i ran outside to see a taxi leaving..i drove after taxi blocked its path and grabbed the guy who muttered something but surrendered the phone

9 March 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very helpful lady at Bideford Post Office

I visited the main Post Office at Bideford to tax a car, I tried to do it through DVLA but because it required a taxation class change I had to tax it first 😒and then send the documents back to DVLA again with proof it's taxed then they would change the class and send the documents back 😒😒😒, so into the Post Office I went, I spoke to a lovely smiley lady and explained what I had to do, she read the letter from DVLA and said " why do all that I can do it all for you here and now". She checked the MOT and Insurance documents, took payment and said "all done, I will send the V5C away for you as well and it will come back with the new tax class".
All this took about 5 minutes, wonderful service from a very helpful, happy lady. 10/10 Bideford, Thank you.

3 March 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Horrendous

Horrendous - two female counter staff chatting whilst I waited at their 'stop' sign. No other customers. Continued to chat, I moved in front of them, continued to chat. Eventually the dark-haired lady said 'yes'. I asked for stamps please. No 'please' or 'thank you' in reply (basic curtesy?). Ruder than rude! Reading other reviews, it appears that many customers are treated similarly. Begs the question – does the Franchisee/Agent or Royal Mail not care about this level of unprofessionalism and appalling customer service? RUDE!!!!! Will avoid going in that shop and using that PO counter. If I could have score NO STAR I would have.

5 March 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Poor service

I posted a birthday card by 2nd class 6 days before a family member's birthday. It arrived 11 days later.This is not the first time it has happened.Royal Mail is getting from bad to worse.

21 February 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

THIS IS A REVIEW FOR BUGLE POST OFFICE…

THIS IS A REVIEW FOR BUGLE POST OFFICE IN CORNWALL ONLY.
As a charity collector I have to pay in money that has been collected. As we have no banks in the local or surrounding area Post Offices are now the only option.
I would like to place on record my gratitude, help, support and professionalism of all staff at Bugle who have gone beyond what can only be described as outstanding and took all the money I had in change (Over £3K) to be deposited.
Special thanks for Nikki who was on the receiving end of my money but also to the staff for their help. Also thanks to the customers who have needed to wait whilst I paid this money in over several visits.
If you need a place to find helpful and friendly staff then look no further than Bugle.

4 March 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

0 rating for service and accuracy. I’m very angry about miscalculation.

I would rate the so-called service at the Palmerston Road, Portsmouth PO as 1 star. However, if only it were an option I would rate my experience at 0. I attempted to send a parcel of books weighing 1.91kg (i.e. less than 2kg) measuring 28cm x 22cm x 5cm (i.e. a total 55cm, i.e. nowhere near the 90cm total dimensions permitted). The so-called assistant tried to charge me over £38.00. I retrieved my parcel, came home and checked the PO website, which confirmed what I already knew, i.e. he had tried to overcharge me about £10 more than the published rate. Why are you permitting this to happen?

3 March 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Sent a letter recorded delivery..4 days…

Sent a letter recorded delivery..4 days later checked tracking and update from 48 hrs prior was ..Will try and deliver next day...6 days later still in sorting office...ra g royal mail after 35 minutes on hold. .thier resolution was to ring govt office and see if they have it...what's the point of paying of a tracking service...I may as well have just put a stamp on it

28 February 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I went to Sunninghill Post office this…

I went to Sunninghill Post office this morning .I was trying to return some goods by post . The friendly staff couldn’t have been more helpful . They took the delivery imagine from my phone, printed out on their printer and used their own tape to put this on the package , so we were able to send it . I was so pleased and most grateful for their impeccable service .

27 February 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Post Office Assistant Costa Coffee Spillage

If I Could Give 0 Stars I most definitely would. Handed over a large parcel to be sent overseas, only for the post office assistant to spill a very large Costa Coffee across the top of the parcel.
Had purchased a tri-wall box specifically for the job, so thanks to the Post Office, it was ruined before it even left the Post Office counter !!.

26 February 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Racist comment made to me by Alkington counter staff Post Office

I went to the post office today at the branch in Alkrington Post Office Manchester M24 1LW and could not believe a clear stereotypical racist comment made to me by the cashier . As i handed my parcel to her , she went through the standard question of , What the contents of the postal, which i replied. She asked how much it was worth . I replied. Then she ended with " As long as it is not fish, as we don't want it to be stinking on other parcels". As an african woman, i felt that comment was extremely racist and incredibly unprofessional. The fact she felt confident to express her own prejudices whilst providing , what she consider as good service is beyond me. I will not be going back there and would advice black or brown people not to either . Disgusting

25 February 2026
Unprompted review

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