What a UK distribution service typically includes
A standard UK leaflet distribution service covers planning, distribution and reporting. Planning means selecting target postcodes by demographic and location. Distribution means door-to-door delivery using a supervised team. Reporting means evidence of completion — usually a GPS map, completion dates and notes from the area manager.
Regional and national coverage
Regional providers cover one city or county. National providers like JogPost coordinate teams across multiple regions under a single brief. Most franchise, retail and political campaigns require national capability with per-territory reporting.
Formats: solus, shared, addressed
See shared vs solus leaflet distribution for the trade-offs. Most UK providers offer both. Addressed mail (using Royal Mail or alternatives) is a separate channel — see JogPost vs Royal Mail.
Verification standards
Verification varies dramatically between providers. The most credible standard is GPS tracking with per-campaign maps, supplemented by ride-along access where the customer can join a real round. JogPost provides both. See how to choose a leaflet distribution company for a checklist.