? Type: Surface Public Car Park (Operated by Oxford City Council)
? Open: 24 hours daily
? Rating: 4.3 / 5 (based on local user feedback)
? Pricing & Permits
Tariff:
Up to 1 h: £1.20
1–2 h: £2.40
2–4 h: £4.80
4–24 h: £7.00
Evening & Sunday Rate: Flat £2.00 (after 6 pm through next day 8 am, free Sundays)
Resident Permits: Permitted Mon–Sat 8 am–6 pm with Zone C permit (enforced via ANPR cameras)
Payment Methods: Pay-and-display machines (card/cash), RingGo mobile app, contactless
Season Tickets: Weekly and monthly permits available through Oxford City Council portal
? Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | 80 marked bays |
| Surface | Tarmac with clearly painted bay lines |
| Lighting | Full LED lampposts covering all corners |
| Security | Park Mark (CPSA) accreditation; ANPR entry/exit cameras |
| CCTV | 24/7 monitored cameras linked to City Council control room |
| Height Restriction | None (suitable for vans and minibuses) |
| Barriers | Automatic boom barriers at entry and exit |
♿ Accessibility
Disabled Bays: 6 bays adjacent to exit and pedestrian paths
Step-Free Access: Smooth kerb ramps throughout; level surface
Drop-Off Zone: Designated bay immediately outside main entrance
Nearest Adapted Bay Alternative: Seacourt Park & Ride (8 bays, 1.3 mi; step-free bus link to city centre)
? EV Infrastructure
On-Site Chargers: 2 × 7 kW Pod Point tethered units (first hour free, thereafter standard parking rate applies)
Nearby Rapid Chargers:
Oxford Brookes Headington (4 × 50 kW) – 15 min drive
Gloucester Green Bus Station (6 × 22 kW) – 2 mi, accessible via cycle path
? Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | Typical Users |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 8–10 am | 98 % | Commuters & university staff |
| Weekdays 12–2 pm | 75 % | Shoppers & cafe visitors |
| Saturdays 10 am–4 pm | 85 % | Market-goers & residents |
| Evenings after 7 pm | 40 % | Theatre & pub patrons |
Pro Tip: If full by mid-morning, head to nearby St. Margaret’s Road Car Park (120 bays, slightly higher rate but more availability).
? Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Summertown Shopping Parade | 10 min | Cafés, boutiques & grocery stores |
| University Parks Sports Grounds | 8 min | Athletics track, football pitches |
| Oxford Brookes Wheatley Campus | 12 min | Lecture halls & library |
| Cutteslowe & Sunnymead Park | 15 min | Riverside walks & children’s play area |
? Nearby Amenities
Essentials
Public toilets: Summertown Pavilion (5 min)
ATM: HSBC, Banbury Road (7 min)
Pharmacy: Day Lewis, South Parade (8 min)
Food & Drink
The Victoria Arms (11 min via footpath): Riverside pub fare
Giggling Squid (10 min): Thai cuisine
Jericho Coffee Traders (12 min): Artisan coffees & light bites
?️ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Margaret’s Road Car Park | 5 min | £1.50 / h; £8.00 / 24 h | 24 h | Larger capacity, barrier-controlled |
| Seacourt Park & Ride | 18 min | £2.50 day ticket | 24 h | Direct bus link to city centre |
| Gloucester Green Car Park | 2 mi | £2.20 / h; £12.00 / 24 h | 24 h | EV chargers, closer to city centre |
⚠️ Important Notices
ANPR Enforcement: Resident permit and paid-up proof required at all times during controlled hours
Low Emission Zone Impact: Petrol/diesel vehicles will incur daily charges from Q3 2025 within city centre boundary
Maintenance: Surface line-repainting scheduled June 2025; expect temporary lane closures
? Expert Tips
Early Arrival: Arrive before 8 am on weekdays for easiest find of a bay
Permit Swap: Use daily permit on RingGo for occasional users to avoid penalty charge notices
Weekend Saver: Park after 6 pm Friday and stay through Sunday for a flat £2 fee
? Future Developments
Late 2025: Expansion of EV charging bays (additional 4 units proposed)
Early 2026: Integration into Oxford City smart-parking app for real-time occupancy updates
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