Balmoral (NCP) Parking, Scarborough
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
Balmoral (NCP) is typically busiest on Saturdays around 12pm, when it reaches about 91% full — roughly 232 of ~255 spaces in use. The best time to find a space at Balmoral (NCP) is usually a Sunday, its quietest day — through the daytime it is typically only about 31% full — roughly 176 of ~255 spaces free.
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Key facts
- Postcode
- YO11 1LU
- Capacity
- ~255 spaces (estimated)
- Type
- Town centre
- Parking
- Multi storey
- Operator
- National Car Parks
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 Balmoral (NCP)
Balmoral (NCP) is a multi-storey car park in Scarborough town centre, serving shoppers, diners, and visitors to the high street. With approximately 255 spaces (estimated from the site’s footprint), this is a sizeable car park that can absorb a fair amount of demand. As a multi-storey car park, it provides covered parking across several levels — handy in bad weather, though bays can be tighter than in open lots. National Car Parks operates this car park.
When to Visit
The busiest periods for this town centre car park are Saturday lunchtimes and weekday lunchtimes around noon. Early mornings and Sundays see the lightest traffic, making them ideal for a stress-free visit. With 255 spaces, finding a spot should be straightforward in most conditions.
Busyness in detail
Balmoral (NCP) is typically busiest on Saturday around midday, when our model estimates it is about 90% full. With about 255 spaces, that is roughly 230 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 25 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 Scarborough
Scarborough has 9 car parks to choose from, giving you a reasonable number of alternatives if Balmoral (NCP) is busy. Pavilion House Car Park is the nearest alternative at around 300m, a good backup if this car park is busy. In total, there are 3 other car parks within 800 metres.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does Balmoral (NCP) have?
Balmoral (NCP) in Scarborough has approximately 255 parking spaces (estimated from the site footprint).
When is Balmoral (NCP) busiest?
Balmoral (NCP) is typically busiest on Saturdays around 12pm, when it reaches about 91% full — roughly 232 of ~255 spaces in use.
When is Balmoral (NCP) quietest?
The best time to find a space at Balmoral (NCP) is usually a Sunday, its quietest day — through the daytime it is typically only about 31% full — roughly 176 of ~255 spaces free.
What kind of car park is Balmoral (NCP)?
Balmoral (NCP) is a town centre car park with multi-storey parking, operated by National Car Parks.