Apply for a new postal address or street name
Apply for postal addresses for new dwellings or commercial premises.
There is a legal process for naming new streets.
If you're developing a new housing estate and use a marketing name for your street, this may not become the official street name.
What you'll need
You'll need to provide the:
- planning reference number
- site address and layout plan
- name of the water authority that provides water to the property
- flat layout plans (if appropriate)
Fees
You'll be sent a quotation for the correct fees when we've reviewed your application.
| Number of properties | Fee |
|---|---|
| 1 | £237.30 |
| 2 to 5 | £379.05 |
| 6 to 25 | £442.05 |
| 26 to 75 | £757.05 |
| 76 or more | £1,059.45 |
| Description | Fee |
|---|---|
| Naming of each new street (per street) | £510 |
If you've moved in and have no postal address
If you've moved into a new property and your developer or estate agent has given you an address that you are being told does not exist, you need to contact Royal Mail.
If you're naming a new street
The process involves consultation with the:
- developer
- local town or parish council
Once the consultation is complete, the street name becomes official.
Street naming is a lengthy process, so developers need to contact us as soon as possible.
The process for changing a street name is a long and expensive process and should only be used as a last resort.
You should discuss your options with our street naming team.
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| 1 to 5 properties | £1,249 |
| 6 to 25 properties | £1,588 |
| 26 to 75 properties | £1,997 |
| 76 properties or more | £2,751 |