Orchard Street (NCP) Parking, Swansea

Q: "How many parking spaces does Orchard Street (NCP) have?"

"Orchard Street (NCP) in Swansea has approximately 305 parking spaces (estimated from the site footprint)."

Q: "Is parking free at Orchard Street (NCP)?"

"Orchard Street (NCP) is a paid car park."

Q: "When is Orchard Street (NCP) busiest?"

"Orchard Street (NCP) is typically busiest on Saturdays around 12pm, when it reaches about 91% full — roughly 278 of ~305 spaces in use."

Q: "When is Orchard Street (NCP) quietest?"

"The best time to find a space at Orchard Street (NCP) is usually a Sunday, its quietest day — through the daytime it is typically only about 31% full — roughly 210 of ~305 spaces free."

Q: "What kind of car park is Orchard Street (NCP)?"

"Orchard Street (NCP) is a town centre car park with multi-storey parking, operated by National Car Parks."

305 total spaces (est.)

Paid parking

Typical busyness by hour shown below.

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

Orchard Street (NCP) is typically busiest on Saturdays around 12pm, when it reaches about 91% full — roughly 278 of ~305 spaces in use. The best time to find a space at Orchard Street (NCP) is usually a Sunday, its quietest day — through the daytime it is typically only about 31% full — roughly 210 of ~305 spaces free.

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Key facts

Postcode: SA1 5DR
Capacity: ~305 spaces (estimated)
Type: Town centre
Parking: Multi storey
Charges: Paid
Operator: National Car Parks

Estimated Free Spaces by Hour

Estimated busyness percentage by day and hour for Orchard Street (NCP), Swansea.
Day	6am	7am	8am	9am	10am	11am	12pm	1pm	2pm	3pm	4pm	5pm	6pm	7pm	8pm
Mon	5	14	29	48	62	72	77	72	67	62	53	38	19	10	5
Tue	5	14	29	48	62	72	77	72	67	62	53	38	19	10	5
Wed	5	14	29	48	62	72	77	72	67	62	53	38	19	10	5
Thu	5	14	29	48	62	72	77	72	67	62	53	38	19	10	5
Fri	5	14	29	53	67	77	82	77	72	67	58	43	24	14	5
Sat	5	10	29	58	77	86	91	86	82	72	58	38	19	10	5
Sun	5	5	10	19	34	43	48	43	38	29	19	10	5	5	0

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

About Orchard Street (NCP)

Orchard Street (NCP) is a multi-storey car park in Swansea town centre, serving shoppers, diners, and visitors to the high street. At approximately 305 spaces (estimated from the site’s footprint), this is one of the bigger car parks you’ll find nearby. Being multi-storey, the car park offers covered parking on several levels — useful when the weather turns. This is a paid car park. National Car Parks 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. The substantial capacity means this car park can handle high demand, making it a reliable option even at busier times.

Busyness in detail

Orchard Street (NCP) is typically busiest on Saturday around midday, when our model estimates it is about 90% full. With about 305 spaces, that is roughly 274 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 31 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 Swansea

With 17 car parks in Swansea, you’re well served for choice — worth comparing busyness predictions across a few options before setting off. The nearest alternative is Orchard Street, just a short walk from here. In total, there are 5 other car parks within 800 metres.

Frequently asked questions

How many parking spaces does Orchard Street (NCP) have?

Orchard Street (NCP) in Swansea has approximately 305 parking spaces (estimated from the site footprint).

Is parking free at Orchard Street (NCP)?

Orchard Street (NCP) is a paid car park.

When is Orchard Street (NCP) busiest?

Orchard Street (NCP) is typically busiest on Saturdays around 12pm, when it reaches about 91% full — roughly 278 of ~305 spaces in use.

When is Orchard Street (NCP) quietest?

The best time to find a space at Orchard Street (NCP) is usually a Sunday, its quietest day — through the daytime it is typically only about 31% full — roughly 210 of ~305 spaces free.

What kind of car park is Orchard Street (NCP)?

Orchard Street (NCP) is a town centre car park with multi-storey parking, operated by National Car Parks.

Nearby Car Parks

Orchard Street 43m away Pell Street 237m away Strand 410m away High Street Multi-Storey (Long Stay) 423m away Salubrious Place 446m away

More car parks in Swansea

City Gates ~248 spaces Fforestfach Park and Ride ~648 spaces Landore Park & Ride ~529 spaces Northampton Lane ~84 spaces Pockett's Wharf Car Park ~64 spaces Royal Mail Depo Public Carpark ~36 spaces Saint David's Carpark ~460 spaces Singleton Hospital Car Park ~350 spaces

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Day	6am	7am	8am	9am	10am	11am	12pm	1pm	2pm	3pm	4pm	5pm	6pm	7pm	8pm
Mon	5	14	29	48	62	72	77	72	67	62	53	38	19	10	5
Tue	5	14	29	48	62	72	77	72	67	62	53	38	19	10	5
Wed	5	14	29	48	62	72	77	72	67	62	53	38	19	10	5
Thu	5	14	29	48	62	72	77	72	67	62	53	38	19	10	5
Fri	5	14	29	53	67	77	82	77	72	67	58	43	24	14	5
Sat	5	10	29	58	77	86	91	86	82	72	58	38	19	10	5
Sun	5	5	10	19	34	43	48	43	38	29	19	10	5	5	0

Day	6am	7am	8am	9am	10am	11am	12pm	1pm	2pm	3pm	4pm	5pm	6pm	7pm	8pm
Mon	5	14	29	48	62	72	77	72	67	62	53	38	19	10	5
Tue	5	14	29	48	62	72	77	72	67	62	53	38	19	10	5
Wed	5	14	29	48	62	72	77	72	67	62	53	38	19	10	5
Thu	5	14	29	48	62	72	77	72	67	62	53	38	19	10	5
Fri	5	14	29	53	67	77	82	77	72	67	58	43	24	14	5
Sat	5	10	29	58	77	86	91	86	82	72	58	38	19	10	5
Sun	5	5	10	19	34	43	48	43	38	29	19	10	5	5	0

Day	6am	7am	8am	9am	10am	11am	12pm	1pm	2pm	3pm	4pm	5pm	6pm	7pm	8pm
Mon	5	14	29	48	62	72	77	72	67	62	53	38	19	10	5
Tue	5	14	29	48	62	72	77	72	67	62	53	38	19	10	5
Wed	5	14	29	48	62	72	77	72	67	62	53	38	19	10	5
Thu	5	14	29	48	62	72	77	72	67	62	53	38	19	10	5
Fri	5	14	29	53	67	77	82	77	72	67	58	43	24	14	5
Sat	5	10	29	58	77	86	91	86	82	72	58	38	19	10	5
Sun	5	5	10	19	34	43	48	43	38	29	19	10	5	5	0