Broadheads Yard Car Park Parking, Ossett
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
Key facts
- Postcode
- WF5 8NS
- Capacity
- ~23 spaces (estimated)
- Type
- Town centre
- Parking
- Surface
- Charges
- Free
- Operator
- Wakefield Council
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 Broadheads Yard Car Park
Positioned within walking distance of Ossett’s main streets, Broadheads Yard Car Park caters to shoppers and those visiting the town centre. At roughly 23 spaces (estimated from the site’s footprint), this is a smaller car park where arriving early makes a real difference. As a surface-level car park, it offers straightforward open-air parking. There is no charge for parking here. The car park is managed by Wakefield Council.
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. With only 23 spaces, timing is everything — arriving during a quieter window makes a big difference here.
Busyness in detail
Broadheads Yard Car Park is typically busiest on Saturday around midday, when our model estimates it is about 85% full. With about 23 spaces, that is roughly 20 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 3 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 Ossett
There are 7 car parks across Ossett, so you have options if your first choice is full. Ventnor Way (Banks Yard) Car Park is the nearest alternative at just a short walk, a good backup if this car park is busy. In total, there are 5 other car parks within 800 metres.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does Broadheads Yard Car Park have?
Broadheads Yard Car Park in Ossett has approximately 23 parking spaces (estimated from the site footprint).
Is parking free at Broadheads Yard Car Park?
Parking at Broadheads Yard Car Park is free of charge.
When is Broadheads Yard Car Park busiest?
Broadheads Yard Car Park tends to be busiest Saturday 10am-4pm.
When is Broadheads Yard Car Park quietest?
The quietest period for Broadheads Yard Car Park is typically Weekday mornings before 9am, Sundays, weekday evenings after 6pm.
What kind of car park is Broadheads Yard Car Park?
Broadheads Yard Car Park is a town centre car park with surface parking, operated by Wakefield Council.