John Street Parking, Hanley — Best Time to Park

Q: "How many parking spaces does John Street have?"

"John Street in Hanley has approximately 492 parking spaces."

Q: "Is parking free at John Street?"

"John Street is a paid car park."

Q: "When is John Street busiest?"

"John Street tends to be busiest Saturday 10am-4pm."

Q: "When is John Street quietest?"

"The quietest period for John Street is typically Weekday mornings before 9am, Sundays, weekday evenings after 6pm."

Q: "What kind of car park is John Street?"

"John Street is a town centre car park with multi-storey parking, operated by Stoke-on-Trent City Council."

492 total spaces

Paid parking

Typical busyness by hour shown below.

Quietest: Weekday mornings before 9am, Sundays, weekday evenings after 6pm Busiest: Saturday 10am-4pm

Key facts

Postcode: ST1 3FB
Capacity: ~492 spaces
Type: Town centre
Parking: Multi storey
Charges: Paid
Operator: Stoke-on-Trent City Council

Estimated Free Spaces by Hour

Estimated busyness percentage by day and hour for John Street, Hanley.
Day	6am	7am	8am	9am	10am	11am	12pm	1pm	2pm	3pm	4pm	5pm	6pm	7pm	8pm
Mon	5	14	29	48	62	72	77	72	67	62	53	38	19	10	5
Tue	5	14	29	48	62	72	77	72	67	62	53	38	19	10	5
Wed	5	14	29	48	62	72	77	72	67	62	53	38	19	10	5
Thu	5	14	29	48	62	72	77	72	67	62	53	38	19	10	5
Fri	5	14	29	53	67	77	82	77	72	67	58	43	24	14	5
Sat	5	10	29	58	77	86	91	86	82	72	58	38	19	10	5
Sun	5	5	10	19	34	43	48	43	38	29	19	10	5	5	0

Modelled estimate based on car-park type, size and location — not live occupancy data.

About John Street

John Street is a multi-storey car park in Hanley town centre, serving shoppers, diners, and visitors to the high street. With around 492 spaces, this is a substantial car park that rarely fills completely except during peak events. This is a multi-storey facility with parking spread across multiple floors, offering shelter from the elements. There is a charge for parking. It is operated by Stoke-on-Trent 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. 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

John Street is typically busiest on Saturday around midday, when our model estimates it is about 90% full. With about 492 spaces, that is roughly 443 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 49 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 Hanley

Hanley has a good range of parking with 11 car parks across the area, so alternatives are usually available. Should you find John Street full, Birch Terrace (about 250m away) is the closest option. In total, there are 5 other car parks within 800 metres.

Frequently asked questions

How many parking spaces does John Street have?

John Street in Hanley has approximately 492 parking spaces.

Is parking free at John Street?

John Street is a paid car park.

When is John Street busiest?

John Street tends to be busiest Saturday 10am-4pm.

When is John Street quietest?

The quietest period for John Street is typically Weekday mornings before 9am, Sundays, weekday evenings after 6pm.

What kind of car park is John Street?

John Street is a town centre car park with multi-storey parking, operated by Stoke-on-Trent City Council.

Nearby Car Parks

Birch Terrace 251m away Broad Street 302m away Charles Street Car Park 333m away Hinde Street Bus Parking 385m away Meigh Street 501m away

More car parks in Hanley

Bucknall Park ~40 spaces Glass Street ~86 spaces Hanley Town Football Club ~50 spaces Huntbach Street (Lower) ~160 spaces Huntbach Street (Upper) ~33 spaces Meigh Street ~25 spaces Potteries Centre Car Park ~646 spaces

See all 11 car parks in Hanley →

Day	6am	7am	8am	9am	10am	11am	12pm	1pm	2pm	3pm	4pm	5pm	6pm	7pm	8pm
Mon	5	14	29	48	62	72	77	72	67	62	53	38	19	10	5
Tue	5	14	29	48	62	72	77	72	67	62	53	38	19	10	5
Wed	5	14	29	48	62	72	77	72	67	62	53	38	19	10	5
Thu	5	14	29	48	62	72	77	72	67	62	53	38	19	10	5
Fri	5	14	29	53	67	77	82	77	72	67	58	43	24	14	5
Sat	5	10	29	58	77	86	91	86	82	72	58	38	19	10	5
Sun	5	5	10	19	34	43	48	43	38	29	19	10	5	5	0

Day	6am	7am	8am	9am	10am	11am	12pm	1pm	2pm	3pm	4pm	5pm	6pm	7pm	8pm
Mon	5	14	29	48	62	72	77	72	67	62	53	38	19	10	5
Tue	5	14	29	48	62	72	77	72	67	62	53	38	19	10	5
Wed	5	14	29	48	62	72	77	72	67	62	53	38	19	10	5
Thu	5	14	29	48	62	72	77	72	67	62	53	38	19	10	5
Fri	5	14	29	53	67	77	82	77	72	67	58	43	24	14	5
Sat	5	10	29	58	77	86	91	86	82	72	58	38	19	10	5
Sun	5	5	10	19	34	43	48	43	38	29	19	10	5	5	0

Day	6am	7am	8am	9am	10am	11am	12pm	1pm	2pm	3pm	4pm	5pm	6pm	7pm	8pm
Mon	5	14	29	48	62	72	77	72	67	62	53	38	19	10	5
Tue	5	14	29	48	62	72	77	72	67	62	53	38	19	10	5
Wed	5	14	29	48	62	72	77	72	67	62	53	38	19	10	5
Thu	5	14	29	48	62	72	77	72	67	62	53	38	19	10	5
Fri	5	14	29	53	67	77	82	77	72	67	58	43	24	14	5
Sat	5	10	29	58	77	86	91	86	82	72	58	38	19	10	5
Sun	5	5	10	19	34	43	48	43	38	29	19	10	5	5	0