25 June 2026 · 4 min read
Safe places and neighbour deliveries: a UK guide
Stop missing deliveries. Every major UK courier lets you set a default safe place — here is how.
Setting safe place by courier
Royal Mail: in the app under Safeplace — porch, shed, behind bin, etc.
DPD: in the DPD app, with a photo of the location.
Evri: per-parcel in the tracking link.
Risks of safe-place delivery
Theft is not covered if you set the safe place yourself. Most insurance treats this as delivered as instructed.
Better alternatives
Lockers (InPost, Amazon Hub), shop collection points, or a dedicated driver who hand-delivers and waits for response.
FAQ
Is safe-place delivery insured?
Generally no — once delivered to your nominated location, the courier is no longer liable.
Can I name a different neighbour each time?
Yes, with most couriers via the per-parcel tracking link.
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