Car Park J Parking, Balerno
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
Key facts
- Postcode
- EH14 4AS
- Capacity
- ~329 spaces
- Type
- Generic
- Parking
- Surface
- Charges
- Free
Estimated Free Spaces by Hour
| Day | 6am | 7am | 8am | 9am | 10am | 11am | 12pm | 1pm | 2pm | 3pm | 4pm | 5pm | 6pm | 7pm | 8pm | 9pm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | 4 | 8 | 16 | 27 | 35 | 39 | 43 | 39 | 35 | 31 | 27 | 20 | 12 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Tue | 4 | 8 | 16 | 27 | 35 | 39 | 43 | 39 | 35 | 31 | 27 | 20 | 12 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Wed | 4 | 8 | 16 | 27 | 35 | 39 | 43 | 39 | 35 | 31 | 27 | 20 | 12 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Thu | 4 | 8 | 16 | 27 | 35 | 39 | 43 | 39 | 35 | 31 | 27 | 20 | 12 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Fri | 4 | 8 | 16 | 27 | 39 | 43 | 47 | 43 | 39 | 35 | 31 | 23 | 12 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Sat | 4 | 8 | 16 | 31 | 43 | 51 | 51 | 47 | 43 | 39 | 31 | 20 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Sun | 0 | 3 | 7 | 13 | 20 | 27 | 27 | 23 | 20 | 17 | 10 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Modelled estimate based on car-park type, size and location — not live occupancy data.
About Car Park J
Car Park J provides parking in Balerno, serving a mix of visitors depending on what’s nearby. With around 329 spaces, this is a substantial car park that rarely fills completely except during peak events. This is a surface car park, so expect open-air parking at ground level. This car park offers free parking.
When to Visit
This car park typically sees steady use through the week with no extreme peaks. Midday tends to be the busiest period, while early mornings and Sundays offer the most availability. At this size, finding a space is rarely an issue — though during major events or peak Saturday demand, even large car parks can feel the pressure.
Busyness in detail
Car Park J is typically busiest on Saturday around 11am, when our model estimates it is about 50% full. With about 329 spaces, that is roughly 164 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 165 free. Quietest times: Weekday mornings before 9am, Sundays, weekday evenings after 6pm. These figures are modelled estimates based on the car park’s type, size and location — not live occupancy data.
Parking in Balerno
Balerno has 6 car parks to choose from, giving you a reasonable number of alternatives if Car Park J is busy. Car Park H is the nearest alternative at about 200m, a good backup if this car park is busy. In total, there are 4 other car parks within 800 metres.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does Car Park J have?
Car Park J in Balerno has approximately 329 parking spaces.
Is parking free at Car Park J?
Parking at Car Park J is free of charge.
When is Car Park J busiest?
Car Park J tends to be busiest Saturday 10am-4pm.
When is Car Park J quietest?
The quietest period for Car Park J is typically Weekday mornings before 9am, Sundays, weekday evenings after 6pm.
What kind of car park is Car Park J?
Car Park J is a car park with surface parking.