GB United Kingdom Major Regions Postal Code Details
๐๏ธ West Dunbartonshire ยท Scotland
G83 9NZ
Alexandria
G83 8AS
Balloch
G83 9HY
Bonhill
G60 5BQ
Bowling
G82 2RJ
Broadmeadow Industrial Estate
G81 6EP
Clydebank
G81 4HB
Dalmuir
G82 4DZ
Dumbarton
G81 6DP
Duntocher
G83 8NG
Gartocharn
G81 5PR
Hardgate
G83 8AZ
Jamestown
G82 2TE
Milton
G60 5LR
Old Kilpatrick
G82 4QB
Renton
๐ฎGB United Kingdom Regional Postal Code FAQ & Postal Regulations
๐ฎ What is the basic format of a UK postcode?
A UK postcode consists of 5-7 alphanumeric characters, split into two parts: the outward code (area and district) and inward code (specific street/building). Examples: SW1A 1AA (London) or M1 1AE (Manchester).
๐ How to find or validate a UK postcode?
Use Royal Mail's free Postcode Finder tool on their official website to search by address, or third-party APIs for validation.
โ ๏ธ What happens if I write a wrong postcode?
Incorrect postcodes may cause delays, returns, or lost mail. For important items, use Tracked services and double-check the recipient's postcode.
๐ฌ Is a postcode mandatory for UK mail?
Yes! Postcodes are essential. Mail without a postcode or with errors faces significant delivery issues. Always write the postcode on a separate line at the end of the address (e.g., London SW1A 1AA).