Postcode Redirect
A plugin to check a user\'s postcode and redirect the user to a pre-determined website. Make your website more user-friendly.
Consider an alternative
Postcode Redirect shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 2 years ago, and scores 30/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (10+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- No update in 2 years
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.6 (latest is 7.1)
How does it stack up?
Side-by-side on installs, updates, ratings & support
Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where Postcode Redirect stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| local | >100 |
| postcode | #71 |
| redirect | >100 |
| url | >100 |
| website | >100 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
Rating breakdown
★★★★★★★★★★ 5 from 1 reviews
About Postcode Redirect
From the official readme · v5.0.0Description
Critical Update!!!! All users must update to Version 5.0.0 by the 31/08/2023 or the plugin may crash your website. Critical Update!!!!
Postcode Redirect will check a user\’s postcode and based on the value will redirect the user to another website or display a default message.
This will help you to deliver a more user-friendly experience with your website.
Postcode Redirect can also aid your seo.
Can be used with any five, six, or seven-digit alpha-numeric postcode.
Postcode Redirect compares the first two digits three digits or four digits of a user\’s input with your postcode lists.
If a match is found the redirect is activated, if no match is found a default message is displayed or a default URL is activated.
The postcode check is activated when the user presses the enter key or the postcode input box loses focus.
Postcode Redirect be only used with UK postcodes.
Features
- You Can Redirect To Two URLs.
- Redirect As Many Postcodes As You Need To Each Url.
- Personalize Error And Success Messages.
- Use Shortcode [postcoderedirect] To Display Anywhere.
- Redirect Users Or Customers To More Friendly Local Url If Successful.
- Redirect Users Or Customers To More Friendly Local Url If Unsuccessful.
- Uk Postcodes Only Accepted.
Shortcode Usage
Put the shortcode [postcoderedirect] where you want on your webpage including sidebars.
Only put one instance of the shortcode on a webpage although you can use multiple instances across your website.
Be aware of webpage content movement when the Postcode Redirect is used and place the shortcode accordingly.
Installation
Installation is simple.
1. Upload The Plugin Files To The /wp-content/plugins/ Directory, Or Install The Plugin Through The WordPress Plugins Screen Directly.
2. Activate The Plugin Through The \’plugins\’ Screen In WordPress.
3. From The Menu Click Postcode Redirect Settings And Input Your Redirect Url And Postcode List.
4. Insert Postcode Redirect Shortcode On One Of Your Pages.
Frequently asked questions
I want to use a Submit Button.
Put a \”dummy\” Submit Button that does nothing, where you want on the page. Trust me, it will work.
Will the plugin work on my theme?
Yes, this plugin is compatible with all themes and plugins. You can be sure that it works in the best possible way.
Is it safe to use?
Yes, the plugin does not modify the theme and/or plugin files. This is 100% safe.
I need to apply CSS to the input box and text.
Simply open plugins/postcode-redirect/css/style.css in your favourite editor. Add your CSS and save.
I need to use Zipcodes?
Simple go-to https://wordpress.org/plugins/zip-codes-redirect/.
Changelog
5.0.0
Final Update
Critical Update!!!!
All users must update to Version 5.0.0 by the 31/08/2023 or the plugin may crash your website.
Critical Update!!!!
4.4.1
Freemius Update
4.3.1
Form Update
4.2.1
Premium Update
4.1.1
Freemius Update
4.0.2
Major Code Update
For developers
Is this your plugin? Show off the numbers.
Add a live badge to your site, docs or GitHub README. It updates on its own — no account needed.
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FAQ
Postcode Redirect: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Sep 30, 2026
Is Postcode Redirect free?
Yes. Postcode Redirect is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Postcode Redirect safe to use in 2026?
Postcode Redirect shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 2 years ago, and scores 30/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Postcode Redirect?
Postcode Redirect is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 3,043 times since it launched in December 2020. It was downloaded 50 times in the last 30 days.
Does Postcode Redirect work with WordPress 7.1?
Postcode Redirect is officially tested up to WordPress 6.6.9, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does Postcode Redirect need?
Postcode Redirect requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Postcode Redirect last updated?
The latest version, 5.0.0, was released on July 17, 2024 (2 years ago).
Who makes Postcode Redirect?
Postcode Redirect is developed and maintained by Paul Glover.
What are the best alternatives to Postcode Redirect?
The most popular alternatives to Postcode Redirect are WP User Avatars (20K+ installs), Local Pickup for WooCommerce (1K+ installs) and Broadstreet (800+ installs).
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