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DPD Local

Parcel Delivery from only £9.95

Who are DPD Local?

DPD Local is one of the UK’s leading express couriers and aims to act as a natural extension for UK-based businesses and provide a flawless service for all involved. With over 100 depots throughout the UK and Ireland, and a fleet of over 2,500 vehicles, they are well-positioned to get your parcel to its destination as fast as possible.

Send a DPD Local Parcel

Sending a parcel with DPD Local has never been cheaper or easier.
Just enter your parcel details in the Quick Quote box below, and choose from an extensive range of DPD Local services, at a discounted price.

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DPD Local began as a motorcycle courier in 1979 and became an overnight delivery service in 1981. Since, the parent company of DPD Local and DPD, La Poste, has invested in DPD Local’s infrastructure with a £15million Superhub in Birmingham that sorts up to 27,000 parcels an hour. While DPD and DPD Local share the same name, they offer different services and operate separately.

What does DPD stand for?

DPD stands for Dynamic Parcel Distribution. The company is focused on providing a flexible and user-friendly service for their customers. They are industry leaders in pursuing carbon neutral parcel delivery, they are committed to ensuring that every parcel delivered by DPD is carbon neutral - at no extra cost.

Should I Use DPD or DPD Local?

It depends on your needs and what you are looking for from the courier. They are both excellent parcel delivery services but as a general rule of thumb use DPD if you want to drop off your parcel or are looking for international shipping. If you need quick UK shipping and want the parcel to be collected then DPD Local is likely the better option for you.

Will DPD Local Collect My Parcel?

Yes, all DPD Local services booked through Interparcel include collection from any address in the UK. The DPD pick up can be scheduled from your home address or your place of work if that's more convenient.

Can I Drop My Parcel off to DPD Local?

No. DPD Local do not offer a drop off service. If you would like to use a DPD service but wish to drop your parcel off instead of waiting for a collection we offer several drop off options with the DPD services.

Can I Track My DPD Local Delivery?

Yes, all services booked through Interparcel include full online tracking from collection right through to delivery.

You will be given a unique tracking number at the time of booking that you can share with the receiver if you want them to monitor their parcels journey. A proof of delivery is also available once the parcel has been delivered.

How Much Can I Cover My Parcel For?

We include £25 of cover with every DPD Local booking. You can purchase additional coverage to a maximum of £1,000.

Some items are deemed as Restricted or Prohibited on our services so please make sure you read our Prohibited list to ensure that you will be covered.

Why should I book through Interparcel?

When you book a parcel with DPD Local through Interparcel you can relax; confident in the knowledge that your parcel is in safe hands, no matter what courier you book. Interparcel have been in the industry for over 16 years and hold established accounts with national courier brands you will almost certainly already be familiar with. We work hard to secure the cheapest prices so we can save you money whilst maintaining the highest service standards you have come to expect.

Our easy to use parcel comparison website offers you a full range of services in seconds from all of the big shipping suppliers. It's easy to compare shipping solutions and you aren't tied in to any contracts or minimum spends. Why settle for only one supplier with a limited range of postage options when with Interparcel you have the freedom of choice?

You can send your UK packages with one carrier and then choose another carrier for your international post. At Interparcel you will have access to our range of carriers and services, giving you choice, all in one place.

Interparcel are passionate about customer service too, we have bucked the trend of hiding away behind screens and social media accounts, we are proud to have a UK call centre where you can speak with a parcel expert 7 days a week. We know that our customers sometimes want to speak to a human being and we just love to talk parcels. We only work with the best couriers so it's not often that things go wrong, but if they ever do it's good to know that we are here to talk you through it. Great price, but also great service, now that’s real value for money!

How to Send a Parcel with DPD Local

To send a parcel with DPD Local through Interparcel it's really very simple:

  1. First package your parcel carefully. We recommend using a good quality cardboard box and internal packing materials (like packing peanuts, bubble wrap, or newspaper) to protect the contents.
  2. Measure and weigh your parcel carefully. All of our prices are based on the weight and size of the parcel, getting this wrong could mean you pay too much for your delivery.
  3. Use our easy booking page to get a quote and choose your DPD Local courier service. We have a variety of delivery options available with DPD Local so just select the one that's best for you and your needs.
  4. Once you book you’ll receive your shipping label which you should print out and stick on your parcel. All DPD Local services require you to have access to a printer.
  5. Wait for your collection time and give the parcel to the courier.

How to Book a DPD Local online Delivery

To book a DPD Local parcel delivery through Interparcel in minutes:

  1. Go to our Get A Quote page
  2. Enter the UK collection address (where you want the DPD Local courier to pick up the parcel from)
  3. Enter the receivers address - where you want DPD Local to deliver to
  4. Weigh your parcel in kg as accurately as possible – you can use your own scales or a kitchen scale
  5. Measure your parcel and note down the length, width, and height in cm
  6. Enter the parcel details
  7. If necessary, repeat this process for an additional parcel
  8. Click QUOTE ME to generate your quote
  9. Next, you’ll see the bookings available to you. Choose the one that best suits your needs and budget
  10. Click “Book” on your chosen service
  11. Fill out the contact information, confirm the collection and delivery addresses, define your collection date and time if necessary, and describe your parcel contents
  12. Pay to complete your booking

DPD Local Courier Services

The range of DPD Local delivery services we offer are some of the most comprehensive.
Click on any courier service below to find out more information.