Tesco Car Park Parking, Chester
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
Key facts
- Postcode
- CH1 3LW
- Capacity
- ~716 spaces (estimated)
- Type
- Supermarket
- Parking
- Multi storey
- Charges
- Paid
Prices: no, but must spend >£5.00 in Tesco. 2hrs max stay.
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 | 24 | 43 | 58 | 67 | 62 | 53 | 48 | 48 | 53 | 48 | 34 | 14 | 5 | 0 |
| Tue | 5 | 10 | 24 | 43 | 58 | 67 | 62 | 53 | 48 | 48 | 53 | 48 | 34 | 14 | 5 | 0 |
| Wed | 5 | 10 | 24 | 43 | 58 | 67 | 62 | 53 | 48 | 48 | 53 | 48 | 34 | 14 | 5 | 0 |
| Thu | 5 | 10 | 24 | 43 | 58 | 67 | 62 | 53 | 48 | 48 | 53 | 48 | 34 | 14 | 5 | 0 |
| Fri | 5 | 10 | 24 | 43 | 62 | 72 | 67 | 58 | 53 | 53 | 62 | 58 | 38 | 19 | 5 | 0 |
| Sat | 5 | 14 | 34 | 58 | 77 | 86 | 82 | 72 | 62 | 53 | 43 | 29 | 14 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Sun | 0 | 5 | 10 | 24 | 43 | 58 | 62 | 58 | 48 | 34 | 19 | 10 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Modelled estimate based on car-park type, size and location — not live occupancy data.
About Tesco Car Park
Tesco Car Park is a supermarket car park in Chester, primarily intended for customers doing their shopping. At approximately 716 spaces (estimated from the site’s footprint), 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.
When to Visit
The weekly shopping rush makes Saturday the peak day, especially between 10am and 2pm. Weekday visits, particularly early morning or after the post-work rush at 7pm, tend to be much more relaxed. The substantial capacity means this car park can handle high demand, making it a reliable option even at busier times.
Busyness in detail
Tesco Car Park is typically busiest on Saturday around 11am, when our model estimates it is about 85% full. With about 716 spaces, that is roughly 609 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 107 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 Chester
There are 24 car parks across Chester, offering plenty of alternatives if this one doesn’t suit. The nearest alternative is Frodsham Street Car Park, about 100m from here. In total, there are 5 other car parks within 800 metres.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does Tesco Car Park have?
Tesco Car Park in Chester has approximately 716 parking spaces (estimated from the site footprint).
Is parking free at Tesco Car Park?
Tesco Car Park is a paid car park.
When is Tesco Car Park busiest?
Tesco Car Park tends to be busiest Saturday 10am-3pm.
When is Tesco Car Park quietest?
The quietest period for Tesco Car Park is typically Weekday mornings before 9am, Sundays, weekday evenings after 6pm.
What kind of car park is Tesco Car Park?
Tesco Car Park is a supermarket car park with multi-storey parking.