Rectory Lane West Long Stay Parking, Chelmsford
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
Key facts
- Postcode
- CM1 1RH
- Capacity
- ~305 spaces
- Type
- Generic
- Parking
- Surface
- 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 | 10 | 19 | 33 | 43 | 48 | 52 | 48 | 43 | 38 | 33 | 24 | 14 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Tue | 5 | 10 | 19 | 33 | 43 | 48 | 52 | 48 | 43 | 38 | 33 | 24 | 14 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Wed | 5 | 10 | 19 | 33 | 43 | 48 | 52 | 48 | 43 | 38 | 33 | 24 | 14 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Thu | 5 | 10 | 19 | 33 | 43 | 48 | 52 | 48 | 43 | 38 | 33 | 24 | 14 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Fri | 5 | 10 | 19 | 33 | 48 | 52 | 57 | 52 | 48 | 43 | 38 | 28 | 14 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Sat | 5 | 10 | 19 | 38 | 52 | 62 | 62 | 57 | 52 | 48 | 38 | 24 | 10 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Sun | 0 | 5 | 10 | 19 | 28 | 38 | 38 | 33 | 28 | 24 | 14 | 10 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Modelled estimate based on car-park type, size and location — not live occupancy data.
About Rectory Lane West Long Stay
Rectory Lane West Long Stay offers general parking in Chelmsford for visitors and locals. At approximately 305 spaces, this is one of the bigger car parks you’ll find nearby. This is a surface car park, so expect open-air parking at ground level. This is a paid car park. Chelmsford City Council operates this car park.
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
Rectory Lane West Long Stay is typically busiest on Saturday around 11am, when our model estimates it is about 60% full. With about 305 spaces, that is roughly 183 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 122 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
With more than 35 car parks in Chelmsford, there’s no shortage of parking options — our predictions can help you pick the quietest. Should you find Rectory Lane West Long Stay full, Rectory Lane East Long Stay (about 100m away) is the closest option. In total, there are 5 other car parks within 800 metres.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does Rectory Lane West Long Stay have?
Rectory Lane West Long Stay in Chelmsford has approximately 305 parking spaces.
Is parking free at Rectory Lane West Long Stay?
Rectory Lane West Long Stay is a paid car park.
When is Rectory Lane West Long Stay busiest?
Rectory Lane West Long Stay tends to be busiest Saturday 10am-4pm.
When is Rectory Lane West Long Stay quietest?
The quietest period for Rectory Lane West Long Stay is typically Weekday mornings before 9am, Sundays, weekday evenings after 6pm.
What kind of car park is Rectory Lane West Long Stay?
Rectory Lane West Long Stay is a car park with surface parking, operated by Chelmsford City Council.