Address Deacon St, Peterborough PE1 2AA Latitude 52.5762009 Longitude -0.2470853 City Peterborough, UK
Deacon Street โ secure pay & display, free evenings & Sundays, steps from city centre & Cathedral.
๐ Type: Public Pay & Display Car Park (Peterborough City Council)
๐ Open: Enforcement 08:00โ18:00 MonโSat; free evenings (18:00โ08:00), all day Sunday & Bank Holidays
๐ Rating: N/A (council facility)
๐ฐ Pricing & Permits
Tariffs (MonโSat, 08:00โ18:00):
Up to 30 min: ยฃ0.80
Up to 1 h: ยฃ1.50
Up to 2 h: ยฃ2.80
Up to 4 h (max stay): ยฃ4.50
Payment Methods:
Pay & Display machines (coins, contactless card, Apple/Google Pay)
Pay-by-App: RingGo (zone code 52030)
Resident Permits: Zone PS permit ยฃ75 / year (unlimited stays within enforcement hours)
Season Tickets: Weekly permit ยฃ18 (valid any enforcement day)
๐ Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | ~100 bays |
| Disabled Bays | 6 marked bays (free for Blue Badge holders) |
| Parent & Child Bays | 4 extra-wide bays near pedestrian exit |
| Surface | Level tarmac with bay lining refreshed 2023 |
| Lighting | LED floodlights on perimeter (08:00โ18:00) |
| Drainage | Channel drains; cleared bi-annually |
| Security | CCTV coverage; routine council patrols |
| Signage | Digital tariff board & zone map at entrance |
โฟ Accessibility & Adapted Facilities
Blue Badge Bays: Six bays adjacent to pay machinesโfree with badge displayed
Drop-Off Zone: Kerbside pull-in beside main gate for quick unloading
Kerb Ramps: Tactile-paved ramps to Deacon Street pavement
Pathways: Smooth 2 m-wide route to bus stops and city centre
๐ EV Infrastructure & Nearby Options
On-Site Charging: None installed
Planned (2025): Feasibility study for 4ร7 kW chargers in north corner
Nearest Live Chargers:
Cathedral Square Car Park โ 4ร7 kW units, 5 min walk
Peterborough Station MSCP โ 6ร22 kW rapid, 8 min walk
๐ Live Demand Patterns & Seasonal Variations
| Period | Occupancy | User Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 08:00โ10:00 | 85 % | Commuters & shoppers |
| Weekdays 12:00โ14:00 | 65 % | Lunch-time visitors |
| Weekdays 16:00โ18:00 | 75 % | Return commuters |
| Saturdays 10:00โ14:00 | 90 % | Weekend shoppers |
| Sundays & Bank Holidays | 30 % | Leisure & cathedral visitors |
Pro Tip: Arrive after 16:00 for free evening stayโideal for early-evening events in town.
๐ถ Walkability & Transport Links
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Peterborough Cathedral | 5 min | Heritage site & precinct events |
| Queensgate Shopping Centre | 4 min | Retail, dining & leisure |
| Bus Stops (Deacon St) | Adjacent | Frequent routes across Peterborough |
| Peterborough Station | 10 min | Rail services to London & the North |
๐ Nearby Amenities & Services
Essentials
Public Toilets: Cathedral precinct (5 min)
ATM: HSBC (Queensgate, 4 min)
Pharmacy: Boots (Queensgate, 4 min)
Food & Drink
The Refectory Cafรฉ (2 min): Cafรฉ & light bites
The Green Man (4 min): Pub dining & real ales
Costa Coffee (adjacent): Grab-and-go hot drinks
๐ ฟ๏ธ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cathedral Square Car Park | 5 min | ยฃ1.20/hr; ยฃ6/day | EV charging & covered bays |
| Park Road Pay & Display (Zone PS) | Adjacent | ยฃ0.30/30 min; 2 h max | Short-stay flexibility via app |
| Peterborough Station MSCP | 8 min | ยฃ2/hr; ยฃ10/day | Rapid chargers & rail link |
โ ๏ธ Important Notices & Byelaws
Enforcement: 08:00โ18:00 MonโSat by council officers; CCTV off-hours
Overstay Penalty: ยฃ70 PCN (reduced to ยฃ35 if paid within 14 days)
Towing Risk: Unauthorized vehicles may be towed at ownerโs expense
Maintenance: Quarterly surface & drainage inspections (next due Oct 2025)
๐ Expert Tips
Resident Hack: Annual permit (ยฃ75) is cost-effective for frequent city visits.
Blue Badge Holders: Display badgeโno charge required during enforcement hours.
Evening Leisure: Park after 18:00 for free stays and enjoy cathedral concerts.
Weather Alert: Northern bays can pondโchoose bays near entrance for drier ground.
๐ฎ Future Developments & Planning
2025 Q3: Install EV charging bays funded by council grant
2025 Q4: Upgrade pay machines to cashless-only & multilingual UI
2026: Feasibility study for +50 bays on adjacent land (ref: PCC/PLN/2024/1005)
Accessibility Audit: PAS 1899 compliance review scheduled for Jan 2026
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