๐ 82 Crabb Street Pay & Display โ Complete Rushden NN10 0RH Guide
Quick stop parking on Crabb Street โ free 1 h, convenient for town errands.
๐ Type: On-Street Pay & Display Bays (East Northamptonshire Council, Zone C5)
๐ Open: MonโSat 08:00โ18:00; free outside these hours & on Sundays & bank holidays
๐ Rating: 4.0 / 5 (local feedback)
๐ฐ Pricing & Permits
Tariff (MonโSat 08:00โ18:00):
Up to 30 min: Free (ticket required)
30 minโ1 h: ยฃ0.80
1โ2 h: ยฃ1.50
Max stay: 2 h
Evenings & Sundays: Free (no ticket needed)
Resident Permits: Zone C5 permits available for adjacent streets (apply via East Northants portal)
Blue Badge Holders: Park free at any time (badge displayed)
Payment Methods: Street machines (cash/card) or RingGo app (zone code: C5)
๐ Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Bays | ~12 parallel bays |
| Surface | Asphalt with bay markings |
| Lighting | Streetlamps providing basic evening illumination |
| Security | Occasional Civil Enforcement patrols |
| Entry/Exit | Unbarriered; clear signage to pay machines |
โฟ Accessibility
Step-Free Access: Dropped kerbs at each bay end to pavement
Drop-Off Zone: Short lay-by outside community hall entrance for quick set-down
๐ EV Infrastructure
On-Site Chargers: None at Crabb Street bays
Nearest Public Chargers:
2 ร 7 kW Pod Point at Midland Road Car Park (6 min walk)
4 ร 22 kW Ubitricity lamppost units on High Street (8 min walk)
๐ Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | Typical Users |
|---|---|---|
| MonโFri 08โ10 AM | 85 % | Commuters & quick errands |
| MonโFri 12โ2 PM | 60 % | Lunchtime shoppers |
| Saturdays 10 AMโ12 PM | 90 % | Market & town visitors |
| Evenings after 6 PM | Free | Local residents |
Pro Tip: Use the free first 30 min for quick pickups; print and display immediately.
๐ถ Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Rushden High Street | 3 min | Shops, cafรฉs & market stalls |
| Rushden Market Place | 4 min | Weekly market & public conveniences |
| Midland Road Car Park | 6 min | EV charging & additional bays |
| Rushden Lakes Trailhead | 15 min | Leisure walking & cycle routes |
๐ ฟ๏ธ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midland Road Car Park | 6 min | Free 2 h; ยฃ1.20 /h | 4 h | EV charging & covered bays |
| Alfred Street MSCP | 8 min | ยฃ0.80โยฃ4.80 (15 h) | 15 h | Covered, CCTV & blue-badge bays |
| High Street Lay-bys | 4 min | Free 1 h; ยฃ1.20 /h | 4 h | Quick stops near shops |
โ ๏ธ Important Notices
Enforcement Hours: MonโSat 08:00โ18:00; penalties for no ticket or overstay
Overnight Parking: Free outside enforcement but at ownerโs risk
Maintenance: Occasional street-sweeping; check local signs
๐ Expert Tips
Market Day: Arrive before 9 AM Saturdays to secure bays for the town market.
Resident Permit: Frequent visitors may benefit from a C5 street permit.
EV Users: Charge at Midland Road then stroll back via the canal towpath.
๐ฎ Future Developments
Late 2025: Council evaluating 4 ร 7 kW EV chargers installation on adjacent High Street.
2026: Pilot ANPR pay-by-plate system to remove the need for display tickets.
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