? Type: Non-restricted On-Street Car Park
?️ Jurisdiction: Cornwall Council
? Open: 24/7 (no gated closures)
? Rating: 4.1/5 (local user feedback)
? Pricing & Permits
Tariff: £0.50 per hour, up to £2.50 per day
Payment: PayByPhone app (Zone ID: 8306)
Permits: None available for on-street bays
Future Changes: Cornwall Council reviewing flexible day-rate options for town car parks
? Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | 16 marked bays |
| Surface | Asphalt roadway with painted bay markings |
| Lighting | Standard street lighting |
| Security | None (public CCTV in vicinity but no dedicated monitoring) |
| Height Limit | None; weight limit 3.5 tonnes |
♿ Accessibility
Blue Badge Holders: Free parking for up to 3 hours (use PayByPhone and display badge)
Designated Bays: None physically marked, but enforcement respects badge display
Drop-Off Zone: Short-stay layby outside the Post Office
? EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: None
Nearest Options:
Trevol Business Park (PL11 2PD) – 2×22 kW Monta fast chargers (0.5 mi / 10 min walk)
Higher Treyone Holiday Cottages (PL11 3HE) – 1×7 kW slow charger (2 mi / 5 min drive)
? Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Typical Occupancy | User Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Weekday 08:00–10:00 | ~70% | Commuters & shoppers |
| Weekday 12:00–14:00 | ~50% | Café & shop visitors |
| Weekends 10:00–14:00 | ~80% | Leisure & ferry users |
| Evenings after 18:00 | ~15% | Restaurants & pub guests |
Pro Tip: Use the PayByPhone pre-authorisation feature to speed up arrival and exit during busy mornings.
? Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Torpoint Library | 2 min | Public toilets & community events |
| NatWest Bank | 2 min | ATM and cash services |
| Pebbles Café | 3 min | Coffee, light bites & riverside seating |
| Torpoint Ferry Landing | 5 min | 24-hour ferry to Plymouth |
? Nearby Amenities
Public Toilets: Inside Torpoint Library (on Fore Street)
ATM: NatWest (Fore Street, 2 min walk)
Pharmacy: M Phillips Pharmacy (7 Fore St, 3 min walk)
Food & Drink:
Pebbles Café (Fore St) – breakfasts & lunches
Mauritius Restaurant (5 Fore St) – authentic curries & grills
?️ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Torpoint Station Car Park | 0.6 mi (12 min) | £4.00/day | 24 h | Secure, covered (Saba-managed) |
| Tesco Express (Station Rd) | 0.4 mi (8 min) | Free (2 h) | 2 h | Quick errands |
| Trevol Business Park (surface) | 0.5 mi (10 min) | Pay-as-you-go via app | 24 h | On-site fast charging |
⚠️ Important Notices
Overstay Penalties: Strict enforcement via Civil Enforcement Officers; PCN £70 (reduced if paid early)
Event Days: Bays fill quickly during Torpoint Regatta & summer market weekends
Surface Warning: Painted bays can become slippery when wet—drive and walk with care
? Expert Tips
Badge Hack: Register your Blue Badge in the PayByPhone app in advance to avoid complications.
Market Morning: Arrive before 9 AM on Wednesdays for the weekly market to secure a front-row bay.
Ferry Connector: Park here for off-peak ferry strolls to Plymouth, then hop on for just £4 return.
? Future Developments
2025: Cornwall Council exploring solar-powered pay stations in coastal towns, including Torpoint.
2026+: Potential installation of real-time occupancy sensors linked to the Cornwall Council parking portal.
Low fine activity reported by drivers.
No user price reports submitted yet for this car park.
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