Fed-up woman 'feels like concierge' as neighbour diverts all parcels her way

Fed-up woman 'feels like concierge' as neighbour diverts all parcels her wayA frustrated resident shared how she has been taking in all of her neighbour's parcels daily – but she's growing tired of being their personal concierge serviceCommentsNewsCourtney Pochin Lifestyle Editor and Chloe Dobinson14:15, 13 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesOne woman said she feels like her neighbours are using her as a makeshift "concierge service"(Image: Jackyenjoyphotography via Getty Images)As everyone knows, neighbourly relations can either be harmonious and respectful or somewhat strained and uncomfortable.‌And unfortunately, this frustrated resident has fallen into the second category. The homeowner revealed they've just relocated to a new property in a cul de sac, alongside four other homes.‌One of their neighbours has a "scary-looking gate" which is electric and has its own intercom system. But despite the beefy security system, they don't have a working doorbell.‌This has led to plenty of parcels being delivered to the fed-up people next door – and the selfish neighbours don't even seem concerned about inconveniencing others.At her wit's end, the anonymous woman took to Mumsnet to ask for advice about how to handle the uncomfortable situation.View 2 ImagesThe neighbour's doorbell is faulty meaning they never get notifications for their deliveries(Image: Getty Images)‌The post reads: "Am I being unreasonable to not want to be concierge service for new neighbours."Very soon after moving in - having had brief but very friendly interactions with the neighbours - it became clear that the intercom/doorbell for the gate was not working properly."There is a barrage of deliveries from DPD, Hermes, Royal Mail etc. Delivery men asked if we would take them, we agreed assuming that the doorbell was not temporarily working properly.‌"Bear in mind that in virtually all cases I believe they were in, but no way to let...