Royal Mail Franking Postage Rates 2023

 

Welcome to our comprehensive guide on Royal Mail franking postage rates for 2023. As experts in the postage and mailing industry, we aim to provide you with all the necessary information to help you make informed decisions when it comes to your business mailings.

What is Royal Mail franking and how does it work?

 

Franking is a cost-effective way to manage your postage and mailing needs. It involves using a specialized machine that prints a franking mark on your mail items, indicating that postage has been paid. The Royal Mail offers franking services to businesses of all sizes, providing access to discounted postage rates that are not available to stamp users.

 

How are Royal Mail franking postage rates calculated?

 

The Royal Mail calculates franking postage rates based on several factors, including the size and weight of your mail items, the type of service you require, and the destination of your mail. The more you send, the more you can save, with higher discounts offered for larger volumes of mail.

 

What are the Royal Mail franking postage rates for 2023?

 

From 1st January 2023, the Royal Mail will be increasing its franking postage rates by an average of 2.9%. The exact rate increases will vary depending on the type of mail and service you require, but we have provided a detailed breakdown below:

 

1st Class Postage Rates 2023

 

FORMAT	WEIGHT	STAMPS	MAILMARK
Letter	0-100g	£1.10	90p
Large Letter	0-100g	£1.60	£1.37
Large Letter	101-250g	£2.25	£1.95
Large Letter	251-500g	£2.95	£2.51
Large Letter	501-750g	£3.13	£3.13
Small Parcel	0-1kg	£4.19	£3.69
Small Parcel	1-2kg	£4.19	£3.69
Medium Parcel	0-1kg	£6.29	£5.29
Medium Parcel	1-2kg	£6.29	£5.29
Medium Parcel	2-5kg	£7.99	£6.99
Medium Parcel	5-10kg	£7.99	£6.99
Medium Parcel	10-20kg	£11.99	£10.99

 

2nd Class Postage Rates 2023

 

FORMAT	WEIGHT	STAMPS	MAILMARK
Letter	0-100g	75p	59p
Large Letter	0-100g	£1.15	£1.02
Large Letter	101-250g	£1.85	£1.44
Large Letter	251-500g	£2.40	£1.90
Large Letter	501-750g	£2.70	£2.39
Small Parcel	0-1kg	£3.49	£2.99
Small Parcel	1-2kg	£3.49	£2.99
Medium Parcel	0-1kg	£5.49	£4.49
Medium Parcel	1-2kg	£5.49	£4.49
Medium Parcel	2-5kg	£6.99	£5.99
Medium Parcel	5-10kg	£6.99	£5.99
Medium Parcel	10-20kg	£10.49	£9.49

 

How can your business benefit from using Royal Mail franking?

 

Using Royal Mail franking can offer several benefits to your business, including cost savings, time efficiency, and improved branding. By taking advantage of discounted franking rates, you can save money on your mailing expenses, which can be especially beneficial for businesses that send high volumes of mail. Additionally, franking machines can save you time by automating the postage process, allowing you to focus on other important aspects of your business. Finally, by using a franking mark on your mail items, you can promote your business and improve brand awareness among your customers.