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Make changes to an existing road name

We are encountering significant delays of up to 6 weeks for all types of Street Naming and Numbering due to nationwide system issues at Royal Mail. Please allow extra time for applications as we are unable to control this delay

Chapters in this topic

  1. Before you apply
  2. Apply
  3. Pay

Apply

Use this service to make changes to an existing road name, including where:

  • there's a spelling mistake
  • there's been a mistake on the land registry
  • it's considered inappropriate
  • it has had a negative historical significance

You’ll need to pay a fee to complete your application.

Before you get started

You can change the name of an existing road online. You’ll need:

  • the existing name of the property
  • the property’s postcode

What happens next

Once you’ve sent your application to us, you’ll need to make a payment before we can process it.