West Hill Short Stay Parking, Bournemouth
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
Key facts
- Postcode
- BH2 5NX
- Capacity
- ~110 spaces (estimated)
- Type
- Town centre
- Parking
- Surface
Estimated Free Spaces by Hour
| Day | 6am | 7am | 8am | 9am | 10am | 11am | 12pm | 1pm | 2pm | 3pm | 4pm | 5pm | 6pm | 7pm | 8pm | 9pm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | 5 | 14 | 28 | 48 | 62 | 71 | 76 | 71 | 66 | 62 | 52 | 38 | 19 | 10 | 5 | 0 |
| Tue | 5 | 14 | 28 | 48 | 62 | 71 | 76 | 71 | 66 | 62 | 52 | 38 | 19 | 10 | 5 | 0 |
| Wed | 5 | 14 | 28 | 48 | 62 | 71 | 76 | 71 | 66 | 62 | 52 | 38 | 19 | 10 | 5 | 0 |
| Thu | 5 | 14 | 28 | 48 | 62 | 71 | 76 | 71 | 66 | 62 | 52 | 38 | 19 | 10 | 5 | 0 |
| Fri | 5 | 14 | 28 | 52 | 66 | 76 | 81 | 76 | 71 | 66 | 57 | 43 | 24 | 14 | 5 | 0 |
| Sat | 5 | 10 | 28 | 57 | 76 | 86 | 90 | 86 | 81 | 71 | 57 | 38 | 19 | 10 | 5 | 0 |
| Sun | 5 | 5 | 10 | 19 | 33 | 43 | 48 | 43 | 38 | 28 | 19 | 10 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
Modelled estimate based on car-park type, size and location — not live occupancy data.
About West Hill Short Stay
Positioned within walking distance of Bournemouth’s main streets, West Hill Short Stay caters to shoppers and those visiting the town centre. With approximately 110 spaces (estimated from the site’s footprint), this is a sizeable car park that can absorb a fair amount of demand. This is a surface car park, so expect open-air parking at ground level.
When to Visit
Saturday is typically the peak day for town centre parking, with demand building from mid-morning through to late afternoon. Weekday visits before 10am are your best bet for finding a space easily, and Sundays are usually the quietest day of the week. The larger capacity means you’re unlikely to be turned away except during the busiest periods.
Busyness in detail
West Hill Short Stay is typically busiest on Saturday around midday, when our model estimates it is about 90% full. With about 110 spaces, that is roughly 99 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 11 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 Bournemouth
With 29 car parks in Bournemouth, you’re well served for choice — worth comparing busyness predictions across a few options before setting off. Should you find West Hill Short Stay full, Avenue Road Car Park (about 250m away) is the closest option. In total, there are 5 other car parks within 800 metres.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does West Hill Short Stay have?
West Hill Short Stay in Bournemouth has approximately 110 parking spaces (estimated from the site footprint).
When is West Hill Short Stay busiest?
West Hill Short Stay tends to be busiest Saturday 10am-4pm.
When is West Hill Short Stay quietest?
The quietest period for West Hill Short Stay is typically Weekday mornings before 9am, Sundays, weekday evenings after 6pm.
What kind of car park is West Hill Short Stay?
West Hill Short Stay is a town centre car park with surface parking.