441 total spaces (est.)

Typical busyness by hour shown below.

Quietest: Weekday mornings before 9am, Sundays, weekday evenings after 6pm Busiest: Saturday 10am-4pm

Key facts

Postcode
SR4 6BE
Capacity
~441 spaces (estimated)
Type
Generic
Parking
Multi storey

Estimated Free Spaces by Hour

Estimated busyness percentage by day and hour for Riverside Multi-Storey Car Park, Sunderland.
Day 6am 7am 8am 9am 10am 11am 12pm 1pm 2pm 3pm 4pm 5pm 6pm 7pm 8pm 9pm
Mon591832414650464136322314500
Tue591832414650464136322314500
Wed591832414650464136322314500
Thu591832414650464136322314500
Fri591832465055504641362714500
Sat59183650595955504636239500
Sun059182736363227231495000

Modelled estimate based on car-park type, size and location — not live occupancy data.

About Riverside Multi-Storey Car Park

Riverside Multi-Storey Car Park is a multi-storey car park in Sunderland, available for general parking. With around 441 spaces (estimated from the site’s footprint), this is a substantial car park that rarely fills completely except during peak events. This is a multi-storey facility with parking spread across multiple floors, offering shelter from the elements.

When to Visit

This car park typically sees steady use through the week with no extreme peaks. Midday tends to be the busiest period, while early mornings and Sundays offer the most availability. 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

Riverside Multi-Storey Car Park is typically busiest on Saturday around 11am, when our model estimates it is about 60% full. With about 441 spaces, that is roughly 265 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 176 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 Sunderland

Sunderland has a good range of parking with 22 car parks across the area, so alternatives are usually available. Should you find Riverside Multi-Storey Car Park full, The Bridges (around 500m away) is the closest option. In total, there are 5 other car parks within 800 metres.

Frequently asked questions

How many parking spaces does Riverside Multi-Storey Car Park have?

Riverside Multi-Storey Car Park in Sunderland has approximately 441 parking spaces (estimated from the site footprint).

When is Riverside Multi-Storey Car Park busiest?

Riverside Multi-Storey Car Park tends to be busiest Saturday 10am-4pm.

When is Riverside Multi-Storey Car Park quietest?

The quietest period for Riverside Multi-Storey Car Park is typically Weekday mornings before 9am, Sundays, weekday evenings after 6pm.

What kind of car park is Riverside Multi-Storey Car Park?

Riverside Multi-Storey Car Park is a car park with multi-storey parking.

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