North Yard Car Park Parking, Basingstoke
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
Key facts
- Postcode
- RG21 7JE
- Capacity
- ~1159 spaces (estimated)
- Type
- Railway station
- Parking
- Multi storey
- Charges
- Paid
- Operator
- South West Trains
Estimated Free Spaces by Hour
| Day | 6am | 7am | 8am | 9am | 10am | 11am | 12pm | 1pm | 2pm | 3pm | 4pm | 5pm | 6pm | 7pm | 8pm | 9pm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | 19 | 52 | 76 | 81 | 71 | 57 | 48 | 43 | 38 | 43 | 52 | 66 | 57 | 28 | 10 | 5 |
| Tue | 19 | 52 | 76 | 81 | 71 | 57 | 48 | 43 | 38 | 43 | 52 | 66 | 57 | 28 | 10 | 5 |
| Wed | 19 | 52 | 76 | 81 | 71 | 57 | 48 | 43 | 38 | 43 | 52 | 66 | 57 | 28 | 10 | 5 |
| Thu | 19 | 52 | 76 | 81 | 71 | 57 | 48 | 43 | 38 | 43 | 52 | 66 | 57 | 28 | 10 | 5 |
| Fri | 19 | 52 | 76 | 81 | 71 | 57 | 48 | 43 | 38 | 48 | 57 | 71 | 62 | 33 | 14 | 5 |
| Sat | 5 | 10 | 19 | 24 | 28 | 33 | 33 | 28 | 28 | 24 | 19 | 14 | 10 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Sun | 5 | 5 | 10 | 14 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 14 | 14 | 10 | 10 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Modelled estimate based on car-park type, size and location — not live occupancy data.
About North Yard Car Park
Rail users heading to and from Basingstoke station will find North Yard Car Park conveniently placed for drop-off or longer stays. With around 1159 spaces (estimated from the site’s footprint), this is a substantial car park that rarely fills completely except during peak events. This is a multi-storey facility with parking spread across multiple floors, offering shelter from the elements. Parking here is paid. The car park is managed by South West Trains.
When to Visit
Station car parks fill up early on weekday mornings as commuters arrive for their trains. Spaces can be scarce by 8:30am, so arriving before 7:30am gives you the best chance. Weekends are a completely different story — demand drops off sharply, with Sunday typically the quietest. At this size, finding a space is rarely an issue — though during major events or peak Monday demand, even large car parks can feel the pressure.
Busyness in detail
North Yard Car Park is typically busiest on Monday around 9am, when our model estimates it is about 80% full. With about 1159 spaces, that is roughly 927 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 232 free. Quietest times: Sundays. These figures are modelled estimates based on the car park’s type, size and location — not live occupancy data.
Parking in Basingstoke
With 30 car parks in Basingstoke, you’re well served for choice — worth comparing busyness predictions across a few options before setting off. Bunnian Place Car Park is the nearest alternative at about 100m, a good backup if this car park is busy. In total, there are 5 other car parks within 800 metres.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does North Yard Car Park have?
North Yard Car Park in Basingstoke has approximately 1159 parking spaces (estimated from the site footprint).
Is parking free at North Yard Car Park?
North Yard Car Park is a paid car park.
When is North Yard Car Park busiest?
North Yard Car Park tends to be busiest Monday 8am-12pm.
When is North Yard Car Park quietest?
The quietest period for North Yard Car Park is typically Sundays.
What kind of car park is North Yard Car Park?
North Yard Car Park is a railway station car park with multi-storey parking, operated by South West Trains.