Map and Postcode Articles

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How are Postcodes Structured?

Get a definition of a Postcode Area, Postcode District, Postcode Sector and full Postcode to help with your business planning. >>

The following tale provides an overview of why and when the Postcode system was introduced.>>

Find out why Postcodes change and what the latest Royal Mail changes are to the Postcode system. >>

Find out what map scale is and why this means you can't have a street level map of the UK on a single wall sheet. >>

Why are Postcodes so important to businesses and how can they be used to improve operational efficiency and planning? >>

An overview of free mapping software, business mapping software and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and its relevance to business use. >>

An introduction to Royal Mails Postcode Address File (PAF) and how it can be used by businesses to increase efficiencies and reduce costs. >>