Street naming and numbering

The City Council, under Section 97 of the Civic Government (Scotland) Act 1982, has responsibility for naming and numbering new streets within the city and numbering of new buildings erected on an existing street.  Building Control and Public Safety undertake this responsibility on behalf of the Council. This service is essential for the work of the emergency services, public utilities, postal services and the general public.

In selecting a new street name, consideration is given to the previous history of the site and wherever possible an existing name with appropriate suffix such as Court, Gardens, Terrace, will be used. The local elected member, community council and Royal Mail amongst others are consulted on the proposed street name, prior to the proposal being submitted to the appropriate Council committee for approval.

Any enquiries regarding street naming and numbering should be directed to the Service. 

Street Plates

The provision of replacement or supplementary street plates is managed by Land Services. Enquiries in this regard can be made to 0800 373635, by email to land@glasgow.gov.uk or by writing to Land Services, Richmond Exchange, 20 Cadogan Street, Glasgow G2 7AD.

The provision of supplementary nameplates will be undertaken only where deemed appropriate by Land Services.

Postcodes

Royal Mail

Address Management Service Centre

Castle Foregate

Shrewsbury 

SY1 1AA