University Square Car Park Parking, Southend-on-Sea
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
Key facts
- Postcode
- SS1 1BF
- Capacity
- ~307 spaces
- Type
- Town centre
- Parking
- Underground
- Operator
- Southend Council
Estimated Free Spaces by Hour
| Day | 6am | 7am | 8am | 9am | 10am | 11am | 12pm | 1pm | 2pm | 3pm | 4pm | 5pm | 6pm | 7pm | 8pm | 9pm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | 5 | 15 | 30 | 50 | 65 | 75 | 80 | 75 | 70 | 65 | 55 | 40 | 20 | 10 | 5 | 0 |
| Tue | 5 | 15 | 30 | 50 | 65 | 75 | 80 | 75 | 70 | 65 | 55 | 40 | 20 | 10 | 5 | 0 |
| Wed | 5 | 15 | 30 | 50 | 65 | 75 | 80 | 75 | 70 | 65 | 55 | 40 | 20 | 10 | 5 | 0 |
| Thu | 5 | 15 | 30 | 50 | 65 | 75 | 80 | 75 | 70 | 65 | 55 | 40 | 20 | 10 | 5 | 0 |
| Fri | 5 | 15 | 30 | 55 | 70 | 80 | 85 | 80 | 75 | 70 | 60 | 45 | 25 | 15 | 5 | 0 |
| Sat | 5 | 10 | 30 | 60 | 80 | 90 | 95 | 90 | 85 | 75 | 60 | 40 | 20 | 10 | 5 | 0 |
| Sun | 5 | 5 | 10 | 20 | 35 | 45 | 50 | 45 | 40 | 30 | 20 | 10 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
Modelled estimate based on car-park type, size and location — not live occupancy data.
About University Square Car Park
Located in the heart of Southend-on-Sea, University Square Car Park provides parking for anyone heading into the town centre for shopping, errands, or leisure. With around 307 spaces, this is a substantial car park that rarely fills completely except during peak events. This is an underground car park, offering fully covered parking below ground level — sheltered from the weather but with limited headroom for taller vehicles. Southend Council operates this car park.
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. At this size, finding a space is rarely an issue — though during major events or peak Saturday demand, even large car parks can feel the pressure.
Busyness in detail
University Square Car Park is typically busiest on Saturday around midday, when our model estimates it is about 95% full. With about 307 spaces, that is roughly 292 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 15 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 Southend-on-Sea
Southend-on-Sea offers over 35 car parks in total, giving you plenty of flexibility to find a space that works. Sainsbury’s is the nearest alternative at about 100m, 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 University Square Car Park have?
University Square Car Park in Southend-on-Sea has approximately 307 parking spaces.
When is University Square Car Park busiest?
University Square Car Park tends to be busiest Saturday 10am-4pm.
When is University Square Car Park quietest?
The quietest period for University Square Car Park is typically Weekday mornings before 9am, Sundays, weekday evenings after 6pm.
What kind of car park is University Square Car Park?
University Square Car Park is a town centre car park with underground parking, operated by Southend Council.