
So, what was it?
The answer is a "Type K" pillar box, introduced on 31 July 1980.
A new pillar box for a new decade, and felt to be "more in keeping with the times in which we live".
Of course, it would have taken more than a modern pillar box to cheer up the Brookside folks, particularly legendary grouse Harry Cross (Bill Dean). Bless 'im!
The Type K ceased production in 2000 but examples can still be spotted here and there.

The accompanying blurb reads:
It is just over 100 years since the cylindrical pillar box was generally introduced.
In redesigning the pillar box the opportunity has been taken to create a product more in keeping with the times in which we live and takes advantage of modern techniques. The box has been designed by Tony Gibbs a Fellow of the Society of Industrial Artists and Designers and is being made by Lion Foundry of Kirkintilloch, Glasgow.
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