Broad Street Mall Parking, Reading
Broad Street Mall is typically busiest on Saturdays around 11am, when it reaches about 59% full. The best time to find a space at Broad Street Mall is usually a Sunday, its quietest day — through the daytime it is typically only about 25% full.
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Key facts
- Postcode
- RG1 7QF
- Type
- Generic
- Parking
- Multi storey
Estimated Free Spaces by Hour
| Day | 6am | 7am | 8am | 9am | 10am | 11am | 12pm | 1pm | 2pm | 3pm | 4pm | 5pm | 6pm | 7pm | 8pm | 9pm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | 5 | 9 | 18 | 32 | 41 | 46 | 50 | 46 | 41 | 36 | 32 | 23 | 14 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Tue | 5 | 9 | 18 | 32 | 41 | 46 | 50 | 46 | 41 | 36 | 32 | 23 | 14 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Wed | 5 | 9 | 18 | 32 | 41 | 46 | 50 | 46 | 41 | 36 | 32 | 23 | 14 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Thu | 5 | 9 | 18 | 32 | 41 | 46 | 50 | 46 | 41 | 36 | 32 | 23 | 14 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Fri | 5 | 9 | 18 | 32 | 46 | 50 | 55 | 50 | 46 | 41 | 36 | 27 | 14 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Sat | 5 | 9 | 18 | 36 | 50 | 59 | 59 | 55 | 50 | 46 | 36 | 23 | 9 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Sun | 0 | 5 | 9 | 18 | 27 | 36 | 36 | 32 | 27 | 23 | 14 | 9 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Modelled estimate based on car-park type, size and location — not live occupancy data.
About Broad Street Mall
Broad Street Mall offers general parking in Reading for visitors and locals. This is a multi-storey facility with parking spread across multiple floors, offering shelter from the elements.
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.
Busyness in detail
Broad Street Mall is typically busiest on Saturday around 11am, when our model estimates it is about 60% full. 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 Reading
Reading has a good range of parking with 23 car parks across the area, so alternatives are usually available. Should you find Broad Street Mall full, Broad Street Mall (just a short walk away) is the closest option. In total, there are 5 other car parks within 800 metres.
Frequently asked questions
When is Broad Street Mall busiest?
Broad Street Mall is typically busiest on Saturdays around 11am, when it reaches about 59% full.
When is Broad Street Mall quietest?
The best time to find a space at Broad Street Mall is usually a Sunday, its quietest day — through the daytime it is typically only about 25% full.
What kind of car park is Broad Street Mall?
Broad Street Mall is a car park with multi-storey parking.