Street naming and numbering

We sometimes have to rename or renumber a street, if:

• there is confusion over a street's name or numbering
• the majority of residents are unhappy with their street name
• new properties are built in a street and there is a need for other properties to be renumbered to accommodate the new properties
• the number of named-only properties in a street is seen to be causing confusion for emergency services and postal deliveries

We will directly consult with affected residents, if we feel there is sufficient evidence to warrant a change of name or numbering.

Submit a request

If you live on a street and want to change the street name, you must:

• canvass other residents to gauge the level of support for the proposal
• submit justified reasons in writing to us

Email: addressing@woking.gov.uk

We will then consult directly with affected residents to independently canvass their views. 

To make a change, we must get support from a majority (51%) of the owners of the properties in question. We will also consult the local ward councillors.