United States Postal Service

2.7
144 reviews
Person picking up a package from USPS smart lockers

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Visit your local Post Office™ at 470 Boot Rd to find everything you need to send mail and ship packages. Explore our other products and services like money orders, Post Office™ boxes, passports, gift cards, and more

Location

United States Postal Service
470 Boot Rd, Downingtown, PA
19335, United States

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Reviews

2.7
144 reviews
5 stars
51
4 stars
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1 star
78

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Customer Service

Numerous reviews highlighted rude and unhelpful staff, with specific employees receiving repeated criticism for their attitudes and lack of assistance.

Delivery Issues

Customers reported frequent problems with mail delivery, including packages being delivered late, to the wrong addresses, or not at all.

Management Problems

There is a noted disconnect between management and staff, leading to poor service and unresolved issues, with many customers expressing frustration over management's lack of action.

Positive Experiences

Despite the negative feedback, some customers praised specific employees for their helpfulness and professionalism, indicating that experiences can vary significantly.

Operational Hours

Customers frequently complained about the post office closing earlier than advertised, leading to frustration and inconvenience.
  • AW
    Ayanna Williams
    Dec 14, 2025
    1.0
    If I could give zero stars I would because 1 is too generous. Every post office I’ve ever been to in my 45 years, as long as you are in the building before they close, you are helped. I was in the building and in line 20 minutes before they closed. I was next in line waiting for my turn, the people being helped and been being helped for over 10 mins each. As soon as it was 4pm they told me they would not help me and were closing. Rude and poor service and 100% not how post offices operate. They are supposed to lock the doors at 4 and help every person that has been inside waiting.
  • ED
    E D
    Nov 11, 2025
    5.0
    Lavonne and Carmen of the Downingtown, PA USPS office were outstanding in keeping me posted about a "missing" package. They went above and beyond to keep me informed of its whereabouts. Thank you for your great customer service!
  • CD
    Christian D
    Oct 29, 2025
    1.0
    Got literally yelled at on the phone tonight for asking simple questions about my mail status
  • JM
    Jim Mason
    Oct 22, 2025
    1.0
    The only reason for 2 stars is the office staff are great, my wife loves them. Your delivery staff are lazy and have no regard for package delivery. They drive down my driveway and throw packages out the window of their delivery trucks. This is multiple times, reported multiple times. They parked right in front of the sign on the wall of my garage that states deliver all packages to front porch. See the video and picture. Box was a vintage headlamp for a motorcycle that broke because the box was thrown from the postal delivery person. Ok, down to one star-here’s another failure from post office delivery driver, same one, Even after drivers manager stated it was addressed with this driver. So here we go again, driver backs down my driveway, over my lawn, delivers a package in my driveway, right in front of sign stating all packages to front pourch. My wife went out and reminded driver not to pull in our driveway and deliveries to front pourch. She got back into truck and said got it- incorrect, she ain’t got it. Obviously post office manager didn’t have a discussion or this driver doesn’t care - probably both. See photo and another video.
  • JG
    J G
    Oct 18, 2025
    1.0
    Dont know what time my mail is delivered. Can be anywhere from 3 pm to as late as 9pm. Packages/mail going to wrong address, both mine and others. So far only 1 Package never received. Lobby scanner are open 24 hours but many times the drop box is locked. Sometimes even while operating hours. Tracking Packages can be frustrating at times also but that's the whole system

Frequently Asked Questions About United States Postal Service

Can I get a passport application at this Post Office?

Yes, Thousands of Post Offices™ accept first-time passport applications for the U.S. Department of State. Most of those locations can also take your passport photo. Please complete and print your passport application form before you apply.

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