Bold Lane ParkSafe Parking, Derby
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
Bold Lane ParkSafe is typically busiest on Saturdays around 12pm, when it reaches about 95% full — roughly 418 of ~440 spaces in use. The best time to find a space at Bold Lane ParkSafe is usually a Sunday, its quietest day — through the daytime it is typically only about 33% full — roughly 295 of ~440 spaces free.
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Key facts
- Postcode
- DE1 1UA
- Capacity
- ~440 spaces
- Type
- Town centre
- Parking
- Multi storey
- Charges
- Paid
- Operator
- Derby 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 | 15 | 30 | 50 | 65 | 75 | 80 | 75 | 70 | 65 | 55 | 40 | 20 | 10 | 5 | 0 |
| Tue | 5 | 15 | 30 | 50 | 65 | 75 | 80 | 75 | 70 | 65 | 55 | 40 | 20 | 10 | 5 | 0 |
| Wed | 5 | 15 | 30 | 50 | 65 | 75 | 80 | 75 | 70 | 65 | 55 | 40 | 20 | 10 | 5 | 0 |
| Thu | 5 | 15 | 30 | 50 | 65 | 75 | 80 | 75 | 70 | 65 | 55 | 40 | 20 | 10 | 5 | 0 |
| Fri | 5 | 15 | 30 | 55 | 70 | 80 | 85 | 80 | 75 | 70 | 60 | 45 | 25 | 15 | 5 | 0 |
| Sat | 5 | 10 | 30 | 60 | 80 | 90 | 95 | 90 | 85 | 75 | 60 | 40 | 20 | 10 | 5 | 0 |
| Sun | 5 | 5 | 10 | 20 | 35 | 45 | 50 | 45 | 40 | 30 | 20 | 10 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
Modelled estimate based on car-park type, size and location — not live occupancy data.
About Bold Lane ParkSafe
Located in the heart of Derby, Bold Lane ParkSafe provides parking for anyone heading into the town centre for shopping, errands, or leisure. This is a major parking facility with approximately 440 spaces, one of the largest in the area. 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. Parking here is paid. It is operated by Derby City Council.
When to Visit
Saturday is typically the peak day for town centre parking, with demand building from mid-morning through to late afternoon. Weekday visits before 10am are your best bet for finding a space easily, and Sundays are usually the quietest day of the week. The substantial capacity means this car park can handle high demand, making it a reliable option even at busier times.
Busyness in detail
Bold Lane ParkSafe is typically busiest on Saturday around midday, when our model estimates it is about 95% full. With about 440 spaces, that is roughly 418 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 22 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 Derby
Derby offers over 44 car parks in total, giving you plenty of flexibility to find a space that works. Should you find Bold Lane ParkSafe full, Ford Street Pay and Display Car Park (about 150m away) is the closest option. In total, there are 5 other car parks within 800 metres.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does Bold Lane ParkSafe have?
Bold Lane ParkSafe in Derby has approximately 440 parking spaces.
Is parking free at Bold Lane ParkSafe?
Bold Lane ParkSafe is a paid car park.
When is Bold Lane ParkSafe busiest?
Bold Lane ParkSafe is typically busiest on Saturdays around 12pm, when it reaches about 95% full — roughly 418 of ~440 spaces in use.
When is Bold Lane ParkSafe quietest?
The best time to find a space at Bold Lane ParkSafe is usually a Sunday, its quietest day — through the daytime it is typically only about 33% full — roughly 295 of ~440 spaces free.
What kind of car park is Bold Lane ParkSafe?
Bold Lane ParkSafe is a town centre car park with multi-storey parking, operated by Derby City Council.