NHS Short Stay Parking, Darwen
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
NHS Short Stay is typically busiest on Saturdays around 12pm, when it reaches about 86% full — roughly 6 of ~7 spaces in use. The best time to find a space at NHS Short Stay is usually a Sunday, its quietest day — through the daytime it is typically only about 25% full — roughly 5 of ~7 spaces free.
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Key facts
- Postcode
- BB3 1PY
- Capacity
- ~7 spaces (estimated)
- Type
- Town centre
Estimated Free Spaces by Hour
| Day | 6am | 7am | 8am | 9am | 10am | 11am | 12pm | 1pm | 2pm | 3pm | 4pm | 5pm | 6pm | 7pm | 8pm | 9pm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | 4 | 14 | 27 | 45 | 58 | 68 | 72 | 68 | 63 | 58 | 50 | 36 | 18 | 9 | 4 | 0 |
| Tue | 4 | 14 | 27 | 45 | 58 | 68 | 72 | 68 | 63 | 58 | 50 | 36 | 18 | 9 | 4 | 0 |
| Wed | 4 | 14 | 27 | 45 | 58 | 68 | 72 | 68 | 63 | 58 | 50 | 36 | 18 | 9 | 4 | 0 |
| Thu | 4 | 14 | 27 | 45 | 58 | 68 | 72 | 68 | 63 | 58 | 50 | 36 | 18 | 9 | 4 | 0 |
| Fri | 4 | 14 | 27 | 50 | 63 | 72 | 76 | 72 | 68 | 63 | 54 | 40 | 22 | 14 | 4 | 0 |
| Sat | 4 | 9 | 27 | 54 | 72 | 81 | 86 | 81 | 76 | 68 | 54 | 36 | 18 | 9 | 4 | 0 |
| Sun | 4 | 4 | 8 | 15 | 27 | 34 | 38 | 34 | 31 | 23 | 15 | 8 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
Modelled estimate based on car-park type, size and location — not live occupancy data.
About NHS Short Stay
As a town centre car park in Darwen, NHS Short Stay is a convenient base for exploring local shops, restaurants, and services. It has an estimated 7 parking spaces (estimated from the site’s footprint) — not a lot, so timing your visit well is important.
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. With only 7 spaces, timing is everything — arriving during a quieter window makes a big difference here.
Busyness in detail
NHS Short Stay is typically busiest on Saturday around midday, when our model estimates it is about 85% full. With about 7 spaces, that is roughly 6 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 1 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 Darwen
With 7 car parks in Darwen, there’s a fair selection — though popular ones can still fill up at peak times. If NHS Short Stay is full, Market Car Park is around 300m away and worth considering. In total, there are 3 other car parks within 800 metres.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does NHS Short Stay have?
NHS Short Stay in Darwen has approximately 7 parking spaces (estimated from the site footprint).
When is NHS Short Stay busiest?
NHS Short Stay is typically busiest on Saturdays around 12pm, when it reaches about 86% full — roughly 6 of ~7 spaces in use.
When is NHS Short Stay quietest?
The best time to find a space at NHS Short Stay is usually a Sunday, its quietest day — through the daytime it is typically only about 25% full — roughly 5 of ~7 spaces free.
What kind of car park is NHS Short Stay?
NHS Short Stay is a town centre car park.