ePostcode developer APIs for UK address lookup
Developers · REST · SOAP · MCP

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ePostcode APIs

Integrate PAF-certified UK address lookup into your apps, forms and AI agents. Modern REST, enterprise SOAP, live demos and clear docs — from free credits to production scale.

REST + JSON
SOAP + WSDL
MCP for AI
<100ms typical
API overview

Choose the interface that fits your stack

Modern REST for most builds, SOAP for enterprise and legacy systems — same trusted UK address data underneath.

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REST API

Fast, JSON-first RESTful endpoints for web apps, mobile, and modern backends. Straightforward API-key auth and clear response models.

  • JSON responses & RESTful design
  • High performance lookups
  • Simple API key authentication
  • Ideal for SPAs, mobile & microservices
Enterprise / legacy

SOAP API

XML web services with full WSDL support for enterprise platforms, .NET tooling and systems that already expect SOAP.

  • XML responses & WSDL contracts
  • Strong typing / client generation
  • Enterprise integration patterns
  • Legacy and .NET-friendly stacks

MCP Server for AI agents

Give Claude, ChatGPT tools and custom agents access to UK address lookup via Model Context Protocol — same data, agent-ready interface.

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Quick start

From zero to first lookup

Five steps to a working integration — free credits included when you sign up.

1

Create account

Sign up free and verify your email.

2

Get API key

Generate keys in the portal Manage Keys area.

3

Pick an API

Start with REST unless you need SOAP.

4

Follow examples

Use docs and samples for your language stack.

5

Test & ship

Validate in demos, then deploy with confidence.

Live demos

See the APIs in action

Interactive demos — no signup required. Great for evaluating UX before you write a line of code.

Auth & security

Keys, access control and monitoring

Clear separation between admin credentials and runtime API keys.

Security & authentication

Use the right credential for the right job — keep the master key out of production apps.

  • Master key — account administration only (not for API calls).
  • API keys — required for all REST and SOAP requests.
  • Generate multiple API keys for different applications or environments.
  • IP and domain whitelisting available for tighter control.
  • Rate limiting and usage monitoring in the portal.
Resources

Everything you need to integrate

Deep-dive docs, AI tooling and support — all under one roof.

Ready to integrate?

Create a free account for API keys and credits, or talk to us if you need enterprise onboarding, SLAs or migration help.