According to a 2019 survey, having to stay at home at an inconvenient time to receive a package was the most common problem encountered with parcel deliveries in the United Kingdom. 27.7 percent of respondents stated they saw the above as the main nuisance. This was closely followed by receiving a slip saying no one could be reached despite being home.
Most prominent problems encountered with parcel deliveries in the United Kingdom (UK) in 2019
Characteristic
Share of respondents
Having to stay at home at inconvenient time to receive parcel
27.7%
Received a slip saying no one could be reached although being at home
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