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Royal Mail announced the title ahead of Valentine’s Day, saying that Kingston upon Thames is expected to see an 8 per cent drop in mail volume, marking the biggest decrease in the country.
The forecast is based on historic mail volume data and modelling techniques used to predict trends during the Valentine’s Day period.
Richard Travers, managing director of letters at Royal Mail, said: “Valentine’s Day always sees a surge in post and our posties are more than happy to play Cupid.
“Whether it’s a handwritten card or a thoughtful gift, we’re proud to deliver messages of love to every corner of the UK.”
Other areas forecasted to be less romantic include Brighton, which is expected to see a 5 per cent weekly drop in mail, followed by Aberdeen and Bournemouth (both 4 per cent), and Oxford (3 per cent).
In contrast, Royal Mail postmen and women will be delivering to romantically named streets such as Rose Walk in West Wickham, Love Lane in Rye, and Dove Close in Luton.
Across the UK, more than 180 streets feature ‘love’ in their names, nearly 100 reference St Valentine, and over 1,000 draw inspiration from roses.
Less common but equally endearing romantic street names include Darling Avenue in Craigavon, Cupid Way in Swansea, and Cherish Road in Northwich.
Royal Mail staff are delivering to every one of the 32 million addresses across the UK.
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About Kingston upon Thames
Kingston upon Thames is a historic market town situated on the River Thames in south-west London.
It is renowned as the coronation site of up to seven Saxon kings and is often described as the place “where England began.”
The town’s name originates from the Old English ‘Cyningestun,’ meaning royal farm or estate, highlighting its long-held royal associations dating back to at least 838 AD.
Today, Kingston combines its deep historical roots with a bustling modern centre filled with shops, restaurants, and leisure options.
Visitors can explore the Coronation Stone, a landmark tied to the crowning of Saxon kings, as well as Clattern Bridge, a 12th-century structure thought to be one of the oldest surviving bridges in the area.
The bridge crosses the Hogsmill River rather than the Thames.
The town also boasts a medieval undercroft uncovered during redevelopment near the river and a notable aviation history, with companies like Sopwith and Hawker having produced pioneering aircraft in the area.
Kingston is regarded as one of London’s key shopping and leisure destinations outside the West End, offering more than 300 shops, the Bentall Centre, independent boutiques, and the lively Ancient Market with regular artisan markets.
The riverside is lined with bars, cafés, and restaurants, and the town has a thriving cultural scene, including the Rose Theatre, cinemas, and family festivals.
Green spaces like Canbury Gardens and the riverside paths along both the Thames and the Hogsmill offer opportunities for boating, walks, and outdoor events.
Although it feels like a self-contained riverside destination, Kingston is within Greater London and just 10–12 miles from the city centre.
Direct trains to Kingston from central London typically take 30–35 minutes.
This combination of royal history, modern shopping and dining, scenic riverside walks, and excellent transport links makes Kingston a popular place to live, work, and visit.
