Certified by Swaythling Post Office • Oct 04, 2026
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Certified by Swaythling Post Office • Oct 04, 2026
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Swaythling Post Office is your one-stop shop for mail and parcels, travel money, identity services and banking. We offer multi-carrier parcel and mail services with Evri, DPD, DHL and Royal Mail. In branch you'll also find bill payments and top-ups, document certification and identity verification, banking and financial services, money transfer services and travel insurance.
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Certified by Swaythling Post Office • Oct 04, 2026
Guaranteed delivery by 9am
Track & Trace – follow your item from sending to receiving
Signature on delivery – check it online after 10 minutes
Guaranteed Saturday delivery for an additional fee
Refund if your item isn’t there on time
Up to £50 compensation included for delivery by 9am
Optional consequential loss cover up to £10,000
Guaranteed delivery by 1pm
Track & Trace – follow your item from sending to receiving
Signature on delivery – check it online after 10 minutes
Guaranteed Saturday delivery for an additional fee
Refund if your item isn’t there on time
Up to £750 compensation included for delivery by 1pm
Optional consequential loss cover up to £10,000
Track & Trace – follow your item from sending to receiving
Includes loss or damage cover up to £200
Option to buy additional cover up to £2,500
Send individual parcels up to 30kg
100% refund if your item is not delivered on time for express9, 10 and AM services, 50% refund for express24
Capture photo on delivery and available to see on request
Track the full delivery journey of your item
Includes loss or damage cover up to £150
Option to buy additional cover up to £2,500
Send individual parcels up to 30kg
25% refund if your item isn’t delivered on time
Capture photo on delivery and available to see on request
Drop off your pre-paid DPD parcel or return at this branch. Max 20kg
📦DPD Click & Collect
Collect items ordered online and delivered by DPD from this branch
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Abdullah Khan
Sep 30, 2026
5.0
I highly recommend Swaythling Post Office! I had lost my logbook and had no idea how to sort out my road tax, but the staff were incredibly helpful and guided me through everything step by step until my issue was completely resolved. They were friendly, patient, professional, and genuinely went above and beyond to help me. Fantastic customer service and a great team — I really appreciate all their help. Definitely 5 stars and highly recommended!
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C R
Sep 18, 2026
5.0
Brilliant post office, such helpful & cheerful staff! The fact the retail counter stays open till 9pm is super useful! Would highly recommend using this post office
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Lynda McAllen
Sep 16, 2026
5.0
This has to be the best post office in Southampton, staff are really helpful and friendly.
They have a great range of products and at good prices.
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Lola Reeves
Sep 15, 2026
5.0
Quick and easy service by kind & helpful staff!
Has everything you could need (Royal Mail/dpd/evri/parcelforce/dhl/amazon/inpost)
Aswell as parcels it’s super convenient getting my travel money from here too!
Great post office & it being in a shop is an added bonus :)
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Caroline Shephard
Sep 15, 2026
5.0
Excellent post office and shop combined. Run by lovely helpfully people . I use it for everything I need in Swaythling including the Amazon counter. Prices are very fair and competitive seeing as it is a convenience store. I encourage local people and students alike to use local store.
Frequently Asked Questions About Swaythling Post Office
How much cash can I withdraw at a Post Office counter?
The amount you can withdraw in a Post Office branch will depend on any withdrawal limits in place on the specific account you hold with your bank. If you’re unsure, please contact your bank directly to check.
Do I get charged for making cash withdrawals at Post Office?
No charges are taken at the counter however some banks may charge.
For details, please check directly with your own bank.
How do I deposit a cheque at Post Office?
To deposit a cheque, you’ll need to bring the following to your nearest branch:
*The cheque
*A completed deposit slip from your bank, if applicable. Please contact your bank to request paying-in slips as these are not held in Post Office branches
*A cheque deposit envelope for your bank (these are available from your own bank or the majority are stocked in Post Office branches)
Please do not enclose cash. Full instructions can be found on the cheque deposit envelope.
Simply hand over your sealed cheque deposit envelope to the Post Office who will provide you with a receipt for your cheque deposit envelope.
Why did my Post Office refuse to issue change?
If you’ve registered for the Change Giving service, you shouldn’t be refused change at your nominated Post Office branch.
You may have been refused if you’re not signed up to this service. If you’d like to do so, contact your bank directly to find out whether they offer the service and how to sign up.
If you’ve signed up but aren’t using your nominated branch, it’s at that branch’s discretion whether they have enough change available to fulfil your request.
To get more information about your bank’s services and Change Giving, contact them directly.
What is the Post Office Change Giving service?
If you’re a business banking customer and you regularly need to exchange cash for coins, you can do this at the Post Office with selected banks using our Change Giving and Change Giving “Lite” services.
What are the opening hours of Swaythling Post Office?
The Swaythling Post Office is open from 08:00 to 21:00 Monday to Saturday, and from 11:30 to 19:00 on Sundays.
What payment methods are accepted at Swaythling Post Office?
You can pay using American Express, Android Pay, Apple Pay, cash, Maestro, Mastercard, and Visa at Swaythling Post Office.
Does Swaythling Post Office charge for cash withdrawals?
No, there are no charges at the counter for cash withdrawals, although your bank may charge separately. Please check with your bank for details.
How do I deposit a cheque at Swaythling Post Office?
Bring your cheque, a completed deposit slip if required, and a cheque deposit envelope to the branch. The Post Office will provide a receipt for your deposit.
What is the Change Giving service at Post Office?
This service allows business banking customers to exchange cash for coins at selected Post Office branches, including Swaythling.
Can I use in-store pickup at Swaythling Post Office?
Yes, Swaythling Post Office offers in-store pickup services for certain products and services.
Are there ATMs near Swaythling Post Office for convenient cash access?
Yes, there is an ATM located at the Post Office and nearby, providing fee-free cash withdrawals for customers.
Where can I exchange currency near Swaythling Post Office?
You can use the nearby Post Office Travel Money service for foreign currency exchange.
Are there dining options close to Swaythling Post Office for a meal before or after visiting?
Yes, there are several restaurants nearby such as hungry Cottage kebab gyros burger, Sun City Chinese Food, and Upper Crust Tea Room to enjoy a meal.
What types of services besides postal can I access at Swaythling Post Office?
Swaythling Post Office offers financial services including savings, insurance, loans, mortgages, credit cards, government services, telephony, foreign currency, travel insurance, and mail services.
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