24-hour multi-storey parking in Northern Quarter
Charles Street Car Park is a secure, barrier-controlled multi-storey deck providing 560 spaces over five levels, located in the Northern Quarter of Sunderland (postcode SR1 1XB). Operated by Glassbox, it features 25 Blue Badge bays, six parent-and-child bays, and 12 motorcycle bays. The facility is open 24 hours, with Pay & Display machines at exits accepting cash, contactless, and mobile payments; tariffs are £2.50 for up to three hours, £8.00 for up to 12 hours, and £12.00 daily. EV charging is available via four 22 kW fast chargers on level two. Each floor is fully illuminated with LED lighting; directional signage indicates available spaces per level. CCTV covers all driving lanes, and intercoms are installed at elevator lobbies for assistance. Pedestrian exits connect to University of Sunderlands School of Architecture building (0.1 km), Sunderland Magistrates Court, and the nearby Keel Square. Peak usage falls on weekday mornings due to office commuter traffic. Regular cleaning and maintenance ensure minimal litter and smooth traffic flow.