26 total spaces
Paid parking

Typical busyness by hour shown below.

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

Estimated Free Spaces by Hour

Estimated busyness percentage by day and hour for Gainford Street, Hartlepool.
Day 6am 7am 8am 9am 10am 11am 12pm 1pm 2pm 3pm 4pm 5pm 6pm 7pm 8pm 9pm
Mon5102035455055504540352515500
Tue5102035455055504540352515500
Wed5102035455055504540352515500
Thu5102035455055504540352515500
Fri5102035505560555045403015500
Sat5102040556565605550402510500
Sun05102030404035302515105000

About Gainford Street

Gainford Street offers general parking in Hartlepool for visitors and locals. With space for around 26 vehicles, it’s a compact site that can fill up fast during busy periods. Parking here is paid. It is operated by Hartlepool Borough Council.

When to Visit

Demand here follows a general pattern — busier during the working week, especially around lunchtime, and calmer at weekends. Early mornings and evenings are usually the easiest times to find a space. With only 26 spaces, timing is everything — arriving during a quieter window makes a big difference here.

Parking in Hartlepool

Hartlepool has a good range of parking with 17 car parks across the area, so alternatives are usually available. Should you find Gainford Street full, Eden Street Long Stay (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 Gainford Street have?

Gainford Street in Hartlepool has approximately 26 parking spaces.

Is parking free at Gainford Street?

Gainford Street is a paid car park.

When is Gainford Street busiest?

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

When is Gainford Street quietest?

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

What kind of car park is Gainford Street?

Gainford Street is a car park, operated by Hartlepool Borough Council.

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