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ADDRESS & MAILING LABEL GUIDE

Address Labels Guide: Sizes, Printing & Materials

Find the right labels for envelopes, parcels and business post. Choose blank sheets to print yourself, personalised labels printed for you, or compact return labels for your sender details.

Blank or professionally printedRecipient & sender detailsSheets & roll options
Personalised address labels printed on A4 sheets, with rectangular self-adhesive labels applied to envelopes, mailing bags and cardboard parcels.
THE QUICK ANSWER

What do you need the label to do?

For changing recipient addresses, blank sheets let you print your own details. For details you want us to print, choose personalised labels. For compact sender details on outgoing post, choose return address labels.

A sender sticker and a carrier shipping label serve different purposes.

An address sticker identifies a recipient or sender. A carrier-generated label can also contain paid-service information and tracking barcodes. Use the correct label and format supplied by your carrier or booking system.

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CHOOSE YOUR PRODUCT

Four ways to get your address labels

Choose a mailing-focused product or browse general-purpose matt white sheets. Each product shows its current size, material and quantity options.

Blank white A4 self-adhesive label sheets for inkjet and laser printers, featuring rectangular and round labels alongside an office printer and packaging boxes.
PRINT YOUR OWN

Blank address labels

Matt white paper · A4 sheets · Permanent adhesive

For names, delivery addresses and mailing details printed at home or work. Choose a mailing layout and use the matching template with a compatible inkjet or laser printer.

Premium printed address labels on sheets with a personalised mailing label applied to a kraft parcel box.
PRINTED FOR YOU

Personalised address labels

Custom printed · Choice of sizes and materials

Send your address details or artwork for labels supplied ready to peel and apply. Choose the material and size for your envelopes, parcels or branded business mail.

Printed return address labels on a sheet with a personalised address label applied to a kraft padded mailing envelope.
COMPACT SENDER DETAILS

Return address labels

Personalised sender labels · Name, address or logo

Add a consistent sender address to outgoing envelopes and parcels. These are sender stickers, rather than carrier return-shipping labels.

matt paper labels
MULTIPURPOSE SHEETS

Matt white paper A4 labels

Inkjet & laser compatible · Permanent adhesive

Choose the wider matt white range when you also need labels for filing, stock, product information or other everyday labelling alongside your mailing work.

SIZE & LAYOUT

Choose enough room for a readable address

Measure the usable area of the envelope or parcel, then check the longest address you expect to print. More labels per sheet means less room on each label.

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Examples from the blank address-label range. Check exact dimensions and layout on the selected product; personalised return-label sizes may be listed differently.
Blank label sizeLabels per A4 sheetWhen to consider it
38.1 × 21.2mm65Compact details where the text fits clearly; check line length and type size.
63.5 × 38.1mm21A mailing layout to consider for envelope addresses.
99.1 × 38.1mm14A wider format for longer lines or business details.
99.1 × 67.7mm8More height for longer addresses and additional information.
99.1 × 139mm4Larger designs, subject to the required layout and printable area.
Printing a carrier-generated label?

Use the size, orientation and scale required by the carrier’s supplied layout. Do not shrink or crop it just to fit a smaller sticker. Check the barcode and any required clear spaces.

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PRINTING YOUR OWN ADDRESSES

Set up the template before using a label sheet

For one address or a list of recipients, start with the exact layout and check a plain-paper sample. A small setup check can save wasted sheets.

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  1. Match the exact sheetCheck label dimensions, number per sheet, gaps and margins. Similar sizes are not always interchangeable.
  2. Set A4 and Actual SizePrint at 100% with Fit to Page or automatic scaling turned off. Follow your printer’s label-media guidance.
  3. Preview every addressFor mail merge, check field order, missing data, long names and addresses. Keep text inside the label’s usable area.
  4. Print a plain-paper testCompare alignment against the label sheet, then print one complete label sheet before starting a batch.
CHOOSE YOUR PRINT FORMAT

A4 sheets or thermal rolls?

Choose for the printer you have and the labels you need to produce. A roll must fit the printer’s media specification as well as the required label layout.

NO RIBBON

Direct thermal rolls

Choose compatible rolls for a direct thermal printer. Confirm label dimensions, core, roll diameter and media sensing, alongside your booking system’s output format.

PRINTED WITH A RIBBON

Thermal transfer rolls

Use a suitable thermal transfer printer with a ribbon matched to the label stock. Confirm the material, adhesive and printed durability for the intended use.

MATERIALS & USE

Choose a label that suits the post and packaging

Everyday envelopes and mailers

Matt white paper gives mailing text an opaque background. Our blank matt paper sheets use permanent adhesive and are suitable for compatible inkjet and laser printers.

Apply to a suitable clean, dry area. Check adhesion on textured, coated or flexible packaging before a full run.

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Moisture and harder handling

Ordinary matt white paper should not be treated as waterproof. If moisture resistance matters, ask about a suitable synthetic stock and check print and adhesive performance.

Our white polyester A4 stock is for laser printers only. Confirm the complete specification for your intended conditions.

READY-PRINTED OPTIONS

Let us print your mailing details or branding

Choose a dedicated address product, or ask for advice on a different layout, quantity or material.

Need another size or a personalised quote?

Send the label dimensions, quantity, printer model and packaging details. For printed labels, explain the artwork and whether addresses vary.

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EXPLORE THE GUIDES

More help with mailing and address labels

Mailing labels for envelopes

Choose labels for letters, invitations, customer mailings and everyday business post.

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Parcel and shipping labels

Compare print formats and choose stock for your parcel-dispatch workflow.

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How to print address labels

Set up templates, prepare an address list and check alignment.

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Address label size guide

Compare layouts and find enough space for your recipient or sender details.

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YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED

Address label FAQs

What is the difference between blank and personalised address labels?

Blank address labels are unprinted sheets that you print yourself using a compatible printer and matching template. Personalised address labels are printed by us with the details or artwork you supply and arrive ready to peel and apply.

Which blank address labels work with inkjet and laser printers?

Our matt white paper A4 address labels are suitable for compatible inkjet and laser printers. Other materials can require a specific printer type. Check the selected stock and your printer’s label-media guidance before ordering.

What size address label should I choose?

Choose a size that fits the usable area of the envelope or parcel and leaves room for a readable address. Our blank layouts include 63.5 × 38.1mm at 21 per sheet and 99.1 × 38.1mm at 14 per sheet, alongside larger and smaller options. Match the exact template and product layout.

Are return address labels the same as shipping return labels?

No. Return address labels show the sender’s address on outgoing post. A carrier return-shipping label is used to send an item back and may include a carrier barcode and service information. Obtain the correct shipping label through the relevant carrier or booking service.

Can I print a list of different addresses on A4 labels?

Yes. Use suitable label software or a mail merge workflow with a correctly formatted address list and the exact sheet template. Check the preview for long addresses and blank fields, then test on plain paper at 100% or Actual Size before printing label sheets.

Can I use A4 labels for parcel shipping labels?

Use A4 label sheets when the carrier or booking system provides a compatible A4 layout. Match the required label size and preserve the supplied barcode, clear spaces and print scale. Do not shrink or crop a shipping label simply to fit a smaller sticker.

Should I choose sheets or thermal rolls?

A4 sheets suit compatible inkjet and laser printers and can be useful for mixed office and mailing work. Thermal rolls require a compatible thermal printer and the correct label dimensions, core and roll format. Direct thermal uses no ribbon; thermal transfer uses a compatible ribbon.

Are matt white paper address labels waterproof?

Ordinary matt white paper is intended for everyday labelling and should not be treated as waterproof. If moisture resistance matters, choose a suitable synthetic stock and confirm printer, print and adhesive performance for the intended conditions. Our white polyester A4 stock is for laser printers only.

Can you print return address labels with my business logo?

Yes. Our personalised return address labels can include your sender details and logo or branding. Supply artwork or send the details and preferred style, then confirm the layout before printing.

Where can I download an address label template?

Use our label templates page and match the exact dimensions, number of labels per sheet, gaps and margins. Select A4 and print at 100% or Actual Size with automatic scaling turned off. Check alignment on plain paper first.