Thousands of homes across Aldersbrook could become officially recognised as part of Wanstead following the efforts of a local resident who has lobbied Royal Mail to update its database.
“Over the past 18 months, I’ve been working to correct the locality shown for addresses in Aldersbrook that appear as part of Manor Park in Royal Mail’s system. The error has caused real problems, from banks pulling incorrect address data to inconsistencies in identity checks,” said the campaigner, who wishes to remain anonymous.
Boundary evidence has been submitted to Royal Mail using mapping data from Redbridge Council, the Office for National Statistics and Ordnance Survey.
“Royal Mail has accepted the proposal in principle. I now need to secure letters of support from the council, the local chamber of commerce and our MP before they begin a formal consultation.”
If approved, the changes are expected to affect over 2,000 homes across Aldersbrook that have an E12 postcode.
