High Chelmer and Chelmsford Market Parking, Chelmsford
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
Key facts
- Postcode
- CM1 1LE
- Capacity
- ~1012 spaces
- Type
- Town centre
- Parking
- Multi storey
- Charges
- Paid
- Operator
- Chelmsford City Council
Estimated Free Spaces by Hour
| Day | 6am | 7am | 8am | 9am | 10am | 11am | 12pm | 1pm | 2pm | 3pm | 4pm | 5pm | 6pm | 7pm | 8pm | 9pm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | 5 | 15 | 30 | 50 | 65 | 75 | 80 | 75 | 70 | 65 | 55 | 40 | 20 | 10 | 5 | 0 |
| Tue | 5 | 15 | 30 | 50 | 65 | 75 | 80 | 75 | 70 | 65 | 55 | 40 | 20 | 10 | 5 | 0 |
| Wed | 5 | 15 | 30 | 50 | 65 | 75 | 80 | 75 | 70 | 65 | 55 | 40 | 20 | 10 | 5 | 0 |
| Thu | 5 | 15 | 30 | 50 | 65 | 75 | 80 | 75 | 70 | 65 | 55 | 40 | 20 | 10 | 5 | 0 |
| Fri | 5 | 15 | 30 | 55 | 70 | 80 | 85 | 80 | 75 | 70 | 60 | 45 | 25 | 15 | 5 | 0 |
| Sat | 5 | 10 | 30 | 60 | 80 | 90 | 95 | 90 | 85 | 75 | 60 | 40 | 20 | 10 | 5 | 0 |
| Sun | 5 | 5 | 10 | 20 | 35 | 45 | 50 | 45 | 40 | 30 | 20 | 10 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
Modelled estimate based on car-park type, size and location — not live occupancy data.
About High Chelmer and Chelmsford Market
As a town centre car park in Chelmsford, High Chelmer and Chelmsford Market is a convenient base for exploring local shops, restaurants, and services. At approximately 1012 spaces, this is one of the bigger car parks you’ll find nearby. As a multi-storey car park, it provides covered parking across several levels — handy in bad weather, though bays can be tighter than in open lots. Parking here is paid. The car park is managed by Chelmsford City Council.
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 substantial capacity means this car park can handle high demand, making it a reliable option even at busier times.
Busyness in detail
High Chelmer and Chelmsford Market is typically busiest on Saturday around midday, when our model estimates it is about 95% full. With about 1012 spaces, that is roughly 961 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 51 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 Chelmsford
Chelmsford offers over 35 car parks in total, giving you plenty of flexibility to find a space that works. Should you find High Chelmer and Chelmsford Market full, Bond Street (around 300m away) is the closest option. In total, there are 5 other car parks within 800 metres.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does High Chelmer and Chelmsford Market have?
High Chelmer and Chelmsford Market in Chelmsford has approximately 1012 parking spaces.
Is parking free at High Chelmer and Chelmsford Market?
High Chelmer and Chelmsford Market is a paid car park.
When is High Chelmer and Chelmsford Market busiest?
High Chelmer and Chelmsford Market tends to be busiest Saturday 10am-4pm.
When is High Chelmer and Chelmsford Market quietest?
The quietest period for High Chelmer and Chelmsford Market is typically Weekday mornings before 9am, Sundays, weekday evenings after 6pm.
What kind of car park is High Chelmer and Chelmsford Market?
High Chelmer and Chelmsford Market is a town centre car park with multi-storey parking, operated by Chelmsford City Council.