Residents living on Prince Andrew Road in Buckinghamshire are launching a campaign to distance themselves from the disgraced royal, following his association with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and sexual assault allegations from Virginia Giuffre.
The suburban street, located approximately 40 miles from central London, has become a source of embarrassment for homeowners who say the Duke of York's tarnished reputation is affecting their property values and community pride.
Growing Pressure for Change
Local residents have begun gathering signatures for a petition to rename the road, arguing that the royal's connection to the Epstein scandal has made their address a constant reminder of the controversy surrounding the Queen's second son.
"We're tired of explaining to delivery drivers, visitors, and potential buyers why our street bears the name of someone with such a damaged reputation," one anonymous homeowner told reporters. "It's become a running joke that nobody finds funny anymore."
Royal Titles Under Scrutiny
The campaign reflects broader concerns about royal associations in the wake of Prince Andrew's legal settlement with Virginia Giuffre, who accused him of sexual assault when she was 17 - allegations the Duke has consistently denied.
Since being stripped of his military affiliations and royal patronages in 2022, and losing his 'His Royal Highness' style in official settings, the pressure has mounted on remaining public acknowledgments of his status.
What's in a Name?
Property experts suggest that street names associated with controversial figures can indeed impact house prices and community perception. "Addresses carry significant social weight," noted real estate analyst Michael Pearson. "When a namesake becomes negatively associated, it can create subtle but real effects on property desirability."
The local council has acknowledged receiving the petition but has yet to comment on whether they will support the name change, which would require formal approval and involve considerable administrative work for residents and local services.
