Last updated:
1st May 2024
Request street naming and numbering for new and existing properties
Request new street names and numbers
Why street naming and numbering is important
We name and number streets, as well as approve and register official property addresses.
We're responsible for allocating house numbers, road names and numbering property conversions. Individuals and developers must not allocate their own house numbers, building or street names. They need permission from the council.
The address of a property is important since many organisations, postal, emergency services and the general public need an efficient means of locating and referencing properties.
If a property is not registered through the street naming and numbering process, it will not appear on the main address database and the owner/occupier might have difficulties in getting mail, goods and services from a variety of sources (e.g. applying for a credit card, or purchasing goods by mail order).
Address data is used by the council, Royal Mail, all statutory undertakers, emergency services, credit agencies, financial institutions, sat navigation system suppliers and many private companies.
Cost
There is a charge for naming and numbering new properties. To find out more and also apply select from below:
How to apply
For existing properties:
We are currently unable to provide any new street naming signs and can only consider replacing faded or damaged ones. This decision is due to the council’s current financial situation and we must protect vital services to keep our residents safe.
For new properties:
Request street naming and numbering
To confirm a change of address:
