Derriford Public Car Park C Parking, Plympton
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
Key facts
- Postcode
- PL6 8DH
- Capacity
- ~174 spaces (estimated)
- Type
- Hospital
- Parking
- Surface
- 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 | 12 | 27 | 47 | 59 | 63 | 67 | 67 | 63 | 59 | 55 | 43 | 27 | 16 | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Tue | 12 | 27 | 47 | 59 | 63 | 67 | 67 | 63 | 59 | 55 | 43 | 27 | 16 | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Wed | 12 | 27 | 47 | 59 | 63 | 67 | 67 | 63 | 59 | 55 | 43 | 27 | 16 | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Thu | 12 | 27 | 47 | 59 | 63 | 67 | 67 | 63 | 59 | 55 | 43 | 27 | 16 | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Fri | 12 | 27 | 47 | 59 | 63 | 67 | 67 | 63 | 59 | 55 | 43 | 27 | 16 | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Sat | 8 | 16 | 27 | 35 | 39 | 43 | 43 | 39 | 35 | 31 | 23 | 16 | 12 | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Sun | 7 | 10 | 17 | 23 | 27 | 30 | 30 | 27 | 23 | 20 | 17 | 10 | 7 | 7 | 3 | 3 |
Modelled estimate based on car-park type, size and location — not live occupancy data.
About Derriford Public Car Park C
Located close to the hospital in Plympton, Derriford Public Car Park C is used by patients attending appointments, visitors, and hospital staff. With approximately 174 spaces (estimated from the site’s footprint), this is a sizeable car park that can absorb a fair amount of demand. This is a surface car park, so expect open-air parking at ground level. There is a charge for parking.
When to Visit
Parking pressure here peaks during late morning, driven by outpatient clinics and visiting hours. Afternoons after 3pm are usually calmer. Weekend demand is typically lower than weekdays, though visiting hours can still create spikes. With 174 spaces, finding a spot should be straightforward in most conditions.
Busyness in detail
Derriford Public Car Park C is typically busiest on Monday around 11am, when our model estimates it is about 65% full. With about 174 spaces, that is roughly 113 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 61 free. Quietest times: 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 Plympton
With 5 car parks in Plympton, there’s a fair selection — though popular ones can still fill up at peak times. William Prance Road Car Park is the nearest alternative at around 700m, a good backup if this car park is busy.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does Derriford Public Car Park C have?
Derriford Public Car Park C in Plympton has approximately 174 parking spaces (estimated from the site footprint).
Is parking free at Derriford Public Car Park C?
Derriford Public Car Park C is a paid car park.
When is Derriford Public Car Park C busiest?
Derriford Public Car Park C tends to be busiest Monday 8am-4pm.
When is Derriford Public Car Park C quietest?
The quietest period for Derriford Public Car Park C is typically Sundays, weekday evenings after 6pm.
What kind of car park is Derriford Public Car Park C?
Derriford Public Car Park C is a hospital car park with surface parking.