NEC Express Parking 1 Parking, Chelmsley Wood
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
NEC Express Parking 1 is typically busiest on Saturdays around 11am, when it reaches about 54% full — roughly 233 of ~432 spaces in use. The best time to find a space at NEC Express Parking 1 is usually a Sunday, its quietest day — through the daytime it is typically only about 23% full — roughly 333 of ~432 spaces free.
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Key facts
- Postcode
- B40 1PP
- Capacity
- ~432 spaces (estimated)
- Type
- Generic
- Parking
- Surface
- Nearest road
- Harbet Drive
- Other car parks within 500m
- 7
Nearby landmarks: NEC Express Parking 1 (26m), The Rough (112m), Hilton Birmingham Metropole (143m)
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 | 17 | 29 | 38 | 42 | 46 | 42 | 38 | 33 | 29 | 21 | 13 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Tue | 4 | 8 | 17 | 29 | 38 | 42 | 46 | 42 | 38 | 33 | 29 | 21 | 13 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Wed | 4 | 8 | 17 | 29 | 38 | 42 | 46 | 42 | 38 | 33 | 29 | 21 | 13 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Thu | 4 | 8 | 17 | 29 | 38 | 42 | 46 | 42 | 38 | 33 | 29 | 21 | 13 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Fri | 4 | 8 | 17 | 29 | 42 | 46 | 50 | 46 | 42 | 38 | 33 | 25 | 13 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Sat | 4 | 8 | 17 | 33 | 46 | 54 | 54 | 50 | 46 | 42 | 33 | 21 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Sun | 0 | 4 | 8 | 17 | 25 | 33 | 33 | 29 | 25 | 21 | 13 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Modelled estimate based on car-park type, size and location — not live occupancy data.
About NEC Express Parking 1
Located in Chelmsley Wood, NEC Express Parking 1 is a surface car park open to the public. This is a major parking facility with approximately 432 spaces (estimated from the site’s footprint), one of the largest in the area. This is a surface car park, so expect open-air parking at ground level.
When to Visit
Based on typical patterns, this car park sees moderate use during weekday working hours, with a slight peak around midday. Weekends tend to be quieter, making them a good time to visit if you have flexibility. The substantial capacity means this car park can handle high demand, making it a reliable option even at busier times.
Busyness in detail
NEC Express Parking 1 is typically busiest on Saturday around 11am, when our model estimates it is about 55% full. With about 432 spaces, that is roughly 238 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 194 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 Chelmsley Wood
Chelmsley Wood has 8 car parks to choose from, giving you a reasonable number of alternatives if NEC Express Parking 1 is busy.
What’s near NEC Express Parking 1
Within a 500-metre walk there are 2 places to eat or drink and 2 leisure or green spaces. The closest landmark is NEC Express Parking 1, about 26 metres away. There are 7 other car parks mapped within 500 metres, the nearest 110 metres away.
Counts of what is nearby come from OpenStreetMap data for the area around the car park. They are counted, not estimated.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does NEC Express Parking 1 have?
NEC Express Parking 1 in Chelmsley Wood has approximately 432 parking spaces (estimated from the site footprint).
When is NEC Express Parking 1 busiest?
NEC Express Parking 1 is typically busiest on Saturdays around 11am, when it reaches about 54% full — roughly 233 of ~432 spaces in use.
When is NEC Express Parking 1 quietest?
The best time to find a space at NEC Express Parking 1 is usually a Sunday, its quietest day — through the daytime it is typically only about 23% full — roughly 333 of ~432 spaces free.
What kind of car park is NEC Express Parking 1?
NEC Express Parking 1 is a car park with surface parking.