For planning consultants, land agents and developers, building relationships with landowners, neighbours and stakeholders is central to success. Direct mail still cuts through — it’s trusted, local and tangible. Done right, postal campaigns generate enquiries, prompt landowner conversations and smooth consultation processes. Below are practical tactics and realistic examples you can use straight away. Target…
For estate agents, property related businesses and property professionals, direct mail remains one of the most reliable ways to create local traction. A targeted letter through the door can spark valuation requests, prompt vendor instructions and drive footfall to viewings — especially when it’s hyper-local, timely and easy to respond to. Below are practical tactics…
For charities and membership bodies, relationship-building is everything. Direct mail gives organisations — from local wildlife trusts to national conservation charities and other NPO’s — a tangible way to inform, engage and inspire supporters. When put together and targeted correctly, postal communications feel personal and prompt the kinds of actions that sustain missions: membership, donations,…
Postage is one of the biggest variables in a direct-mail budget — and choosing the right option can save money without sacrificing results. Below is a practical guide to the most cost-effective postage choices and when to use them, plus the production tips that keep costs down. 1. Standard Royal Mail services (1st & 2nd…
When you need reliable samples, higher response rates and representative cohorts, direct mail is one of the most effective channels. For universities and research teams, a well-planned postal campaign can reach hard-to-contact groups, improve demographic coverage and deliver traceable, auditable responses that strengthen study validity. Here’s how to use direct mail effectively — with practical…
For estate agents, direct mail is one of the simplest ways to cut through clutter and reach the people who actually influence property decisions: homeowners, landlords and local buyers. A well-timed, targeted piece through the door can generate valuation requests, open-house traffic and instruction leads — often at a lower cost per conversion than broad…
Practical tips that boost response and ROI Personalisation is no longer just a nice-to-have — it’s central to direct mail that works. When you move beyond simply printing a name on an envelope and use recipient data to shape message, offer and timing, the results are clear: higher open rates, stronger engagement and better lifetime…
For healthcare providers, clear communication isn’t optional — it affects attendance, compliance, outcomes and patient trust. Direct mail remains one of the most reliable ways to reach patients and carers, especially for time-sensitive or confidential information. Here’s how postal communications add value across appointment reminders, billing, patient education, service announcements and welcome kits — with…
For many residents and local businesses, a letter through the door still carries authority. When councils need to deliver statutory information, billing or planning updates, direct mail offers clarity, reach and traceability that digital channels alone can’t always match. Here’s a practical look at the benefits — and how to get the most from a…
A clear brief saves time, cost and confusion — and it helps your mailing house deliver a campaign that actually meets your goals. Whether you’re working on a prospectus drop, a loyalty mailer or a multi-piece welcome pack, these practical steps will make your brief useful, actionable and procurement-friendly. 1. Start with the objectiveState the…
