Street Type May 2026

While often used interchangeably in casual conversation, different street types have specific traditional definitions:

A very wide street, often with a median in the middle and trees or buildings on both sides. Lane (Ln): A narrow road, usually without a median. Street Type

Typically a public way that also has buildings on both sides, often running perpendicular to "streets" in grid-based cities. Street Type

A (also known as a street suffix ) is the part of an address that identifies the specific type of thoroughfare. In a standard address, it follows the street name and is essential for precise delivery and navigation, as many cities have multiple roads with the same name but different types. Common Street Types & Their Meanings Street Type