The Priory Centre Car Park Parking, Dartford
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
Key facts
- Postcode
- DA1 2HS
- Capacity
- ~315 spaces (estimated)
- Type
- Town centre
- Parking
- Multi storey
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 | 29 | 48 | 62 | 72 | 77 | 72 | 67 | 62 | 53 | 38 | 19 | 10 | 5 | 0 |
| Tue | 5 | 14 | 29 | 48 | 62 | 72 | 77 | 72 | 67 | 62 | 53 | 38 | 19 | 10 | 5 | 0 |
| Wed | 5 | 14 | 29 | 48 | 62 | 72 | 77 | 72 | 67 | 62 | 53 | 38 | 19 | 10 | 5 | 0 |
| Thu | 5 | 14 | 29 | 48 | 62 | 72 | 77 | 72 | 67 | 62 | 53 | 38 | 19 | 10 | 5 | 0 |
| Fri | 5 | 14 | 29 | 53 | 67 | 77 | 82 | 77 | 72 | 67 | 58 | 43 | 24 | 14 | 5 | 0 |
| Sat | 5 | 10 | 29 | 58 | 77 | 86 | 91 | 86 | 82 | 72 | 58 | 38 | 19 | 10 | 5 | 0 |
| Sun | 5 | 5 | 10 | 19 | 34 | 43 | 48 | 43 | 38 | 29 | 19 | 10 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
Modelled estimate based on car-park type, size and location — not live occupancy data.
About The Priory Centre Car Park
Positioned within walking distance of Dartford’s main streets, The Priory Centre Car Park caters to shoppers and those visiting the town centre. With around 315 spaces (estimated from the site’s footprint), this is a substantial car park that rarely fills completely except during peak events. 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 busiest periods for this town centre car park are Saturday lunchtimes and weekday lunchtimes around noon. Early mornings and Sundays see the lightest traffic, making them ideal for a stress-free visit. 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
The Priory Centre Car Park is typically busiest on Saturday around midday, when our model estimates it is about 90% full. With about 315 spaces, that is roughly 284 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 31 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 Dartford
Dartford has a good range of parking with 13 car parks across the area, so alternatives are usually available. The nearest alternative is Highfield Road Car Park (Spring Vale), about 200m from here. In total, there are 5 other car parks within 800 metres.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does The Priory Centre Car Park have?
The Priory Centre Car Park in Dartford has approximately 315 parking spaces (estimated from the site footprint).
When is The Priory Centre Car Park busiest?
The Priory Centre Car Park tends to be busiest Saturday 10am-4pm.
When is The Priory Centre Car Park quietest?
The quietest period for The Priory Centre Car Park is typically Weekday mornings before 9am, Sundays, weekday evenings after 6pm.
What kind of car park is The Priory Centre Car Park?
The Priory Centre Car Park is a town centre car park with multi-storey parking.