Potteries Centre Car Park Parking, Hanley
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
Key facts
- Postcode
- ST1 5BN
- Capacity
- ~646 spaces (estimated)
- Type
- Town centre
- Parking
- Multi storey
- Charges
- Paid
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 Potteries Centre Car Park
Positioned within walking distance of Hanley’s main streets, Potteries Centre Car Park caters to shoppers and those visiting the town centre. This is a major parking facility with approximately 646 spaces (estimated from the site’s footprint), one of the largest in the area. Being multi-storey, the car park offers covered parking on several levels — useful when the weather turns. There is a charge for parking.
When to Visit
Expect the heaviest demand on Saturdays between 10am and 4pm. Weekdays are generally more manageable, especially first thing in the morning. If you’re flexible on timing, Sunday mornings tend to be particularly quiet. 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
Potteries Centre Car Park is typically busiest on Saturday around midday, when our model estimates it is about 90% full. With about 646 spaces, that is roughly 581 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 65 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
There are 11 car parks across Hanley, offering plenty of alternatives if this one doesn’t suit. The nearest alternative is Glass Street, about 200m from here. In total, there are 5 other car parks within 800 metres.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does Potteries Centre Car Park have?
Potteries Centre Car Park in Hanley has approximately 646 parking spaces (estimated from the site footprint).
Is parking free at Potteries Centre Car Park?
Potteries Centre Car Park is a paid car park.
When is Potteries Centre Car Park busiest?
Potteries Centre Car Park tends to be busiest Saturday 10am-4pm.
When is Potteries Centre Car Park quietest?
The quietest period for Potteries Centre Car Park is typically Weekday mornings before 9am, Sundays, weekday evenings after 6pm.
What kind of car park is Potteries Centre Car Park?
Potteries Centre Car Park is a town centre car park with multi-storey parking.