UK Postcode Distance Calculator - Delivery Route Planner

Calculate precise distances between UK postcodes for delivery planning, logistics optimization, and business operations. Get accurate mileage, travel time, and cost estimates for professional use.

Calculate Distance Between Postcodes

Popular UK Postcode Areas

London Central

SW1A
WC1A
EC1A
W1A

Manchester

M1
M2
M3
M4

Birmingham

B1
B2
B3
B4

Edinburgh

EH1
EH2
EH3
EH4

Glasgow

G1
G2
G3
G4

Liverpool

L1
L2
L3
L4

Leeds

LS1
LS2
LS3
LS4

Bristol

BS1
BS2
BS3
BS4

Business Applications

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Delivery Planning

Optimize delivery routes and calculate shipping costs

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Territory Management

Plan sales territories and service areas

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Property Analysis

Analyze location proximity for investments

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Market Research

Study catchment areas and demographics

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E-commerce Logistics

Calculate delivery zones and costs

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Healthcare Planning

Plan patient catchment areas

How to Use

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Enter your starting postcode (full or partial)

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Enter your destination postcode

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Get instant distance, time, and cost calculations

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Copy results for business planning

Distance Calculation Tips

Full Postcodes:Most accurate results
Partial Postcodes:Area-level estimates
Straight Line:Direct geographic distance
Driving Distance:Estimated road distance

Frequently Asked Questions - UK Postcode Distance Calculator

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Our postcode distance calculator supports all UK business applications including delivery planning, logistics optimization, territory management, and location analysis for professional operations.

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Complete Guide to UK Postcodes - What Are Postcodes?

What is a UK Postcode?

A UK postcode is a unique alphanumeric code used by Royal Mail to identify specific geographic areas for mail delivery and location services. Postcodes are essential for accurate mail delivery, GPS navigation, business operations, and location-based services across the United Kingdom.

Postcode Structure Explained

Outward Code (First Part)
SW1AArea + District
M1Area + District
B33Area + District
Inward Code (Second Part)
1AASector + Unit
2BDSector + Unit
9XYSector + Unit

Complete Postcode Format Examples

SW1A 1AA
Area: SW (South West London)
District: 1A
Sector: 1
Unit: AA
Buckingham Palace
M1 1AA
Area: M (Manchester)
District: 1
Sector: 1
Unit: AA
Manchester City Centre
EH1 1YZ
Area: EH (Edinburgh)
District: 1
Sector: 1
Unit: YZ
Edinburgh City Centre

UK Postcode Areas by Region

London Areas
SW - South West
SE - South East
NW - North West
N - North
E - East
W - West
WC - West Central
EC - East Central
Major Cities
M - Manchester
B - Birmingham
L - Liverpool
LS - Leeds
S - Sheffield
NG - Nottingham
CV - Coventry
Scotland
EH - Edinburgh
G - Glasgow
AB - Aberdeen
DD - Dundee
FK - Falkirk
KY - Kirkcaldy
Wales & N. Ireland
CF - Cardiff
SA - Swansea
NP - Newport
BT - Belfast
LL - Llandudno

History of UK Postcodes

Timeline
1857: London postal districts introduced
1917: London divided into numbered districts
1959: Modern postcode trials began in Norwich
1974: Full UK postcode system completed
Today: 1.7 million postcodes in use
Royal Mail System
β€’ Managed by Royal Mail Group
β€’ Updated regularly for new developments
β€’ Each postcode covers ~15 properties
β€’ Used for mail sorting automation
β€’ Essential for GPS and navigation

Business Applications of Postcodes

Delivery & Logistics
  • Route optimization for delivery services
  • Shipping cost calculation
  • Delivery zone planning
  • Fleet management and tracking
  • Last-mile delivery optimization
Business Operations
  • Sales territory management
  • Market research and demographics
  • Property investment analysis
  • Customer proximity studies
  • Franchise location planning

How to Use Postcodes Effectively

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Full Postcodes

Use complete postcodes (SW1A 1AA) for precise location identification and accurate distance calculations.

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Partial Postcodes

Use partial postcodes (SW1A) for area-level analysis and broader geographic planning.

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Business Planning

Combine postcodes with distance calculations for territory planning and logistics optimization.

Postcode Distance Calculation Benefits

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Accurate Business Planning

Calculate precise distances between locations for delivery planning, territory management, and cost estimation.

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Logistics Optimization

Optimize delivery routes, reduce fuel costs, and improve operational efficiency using accurate postcode distances.

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Market Analysis

Analyze catchment areas, customer proximity, and market penetration using postcode-based distance calculations.