Birstall Park & Ride Parking, Syston
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
Key facts
- Postcode
- LE4 4NP
- Capacity
- ~1000 spaces
- Type
- Park and ride
Estimated Free Spaces by Hour
| Day | 6am | 7am | 8am | 9am | 10am | 11am | 12pm | 1pm | 2pm | 3pm | 4pm | 5pm | 6pm | 7pm | 8pm | 9pm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | 16 | 39 | 59 | 67 | 67 | 63 | 59 | 55 | 55 | 51 | 39 | 23 | 12 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Tue | 16 | 39 | 59 | 67 | 67 | 63 | 59 | 55 | 55 | 51 | 39 | 23 | 12 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Wed | 16 | 39 | 59 | 67 | 67 | 63 | 59 | 55 | 55 | 51 | 39 | 23 | 12 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Thu | 16 | 39 | 59 | 67 | 67 | 63 | 59 | 55 | 55 | 51 | 39 | 23 | 12 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Fri | 16 | 35 | 55 | 63 | 63 | 59 | 55 | 51 | 51 | 47 | 35 | 20 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Sat | 4 | 8 | 12 | 16 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 16 | 16 | 12 | 8 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Sun | 0 | 3 | 3 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Modelled estimate based on car-park type, size and location — not live occupancy data.
About Birstall Park & Ride
Birstall Park & Ride provides park and ride parking on the edge of Syston, helping to reduce congestion in the town centre. At approximately 1000 spaces, this is one of the bigger car parks you’ll find nearby.
When to Visit
Park and ride sites follow a clear commuter pattern — demand surges on weekday mornings as people drive in and catch the bus, then stays high until the evening return. Arriving before 8am gives you the best chance of a space. Weekends are very quiet, as most park and rides see minimal non-commuter use. At this size, finding a space is rarely an issue — though during major events or peak Monday demand, even large car parks can feel the pressure.
Busyness in detail
Birstall Park & Ride is typically busiest on Monday around 9am, when our model estimates it is about 65% full. With about 1000 spaces, that is roughly 650 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 350 free. Quietest times: 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 Syston
There are 4 car parks across Syston, so you have options if your first choice is full.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does Birstall Park & Ride have?
Birstall Park & Ride in Syston has approximately 1000 parking spaces.
When is Birstall Park & Ride busiest?
Birstall Park & Ride tends to be busiest Monday 8am-4pm.
When is Birstall Park & Ride quietest?
The quietest period for Birstall Park & Ride is typically Sundays, weekday evenings after 6pm.
What kind of car park is Birstall Park & Ride?
Birstall Park & Ride is a park and ride car park.