Here’s a guide to parking near your properties in Pimlico, Victoria, Nine Elms, Battersea Power Station, and Warren Street plus tips to avoid fines and stress!

 

General Tips for Parking in London

- Check CPZs: All these areas fall under Controlled Parking Zones (CPZs) with strict hours (often Mon–Sat, 8:30 AM–6:30 PM). Always check signage

-  Use parking apps: 

  - JustPark or YourParkingSpace : Rent private driveways/garages by the hour/day.  

  - RingGo or PayByPhone: Pay for on-street parking via app (no cash!).  

- Avoid fines: Never park in permit bays, loading zones, or double yellows.  

 

Parking by Area

 

1. Pimlico

- On-street parking: Limited and expensive. Look for meter bays on Dolphin Square or St. George’s Square (up to 4 hours, £6–8/hour).  

-  Car parks:  

  - NCP Pimlico(Pimlico Road, SW1W 8NE): 24/7, £30–40/day.  

  - Q-Park Pimlico (SW1V 3QF): Secure, £35–45/day.  

- Pro tip: Use JustPark to book a resident’s driveway (cheaper than car parks).  

 

2. Victoria

- On-street: Avoid—most streets are permit-only. Try Bressenden Place (meter bays, £7/hour).  

- Car parks:  

  - Q-Park Victoria (SW1E 5JE): £40–50/day.  

  - APCOA Victoria Station (SW1W 9SJ): £45/day (convenient but pricey).  

- Cheap hack:  Park at Chelsea Bridge Wharf (free after 6:30 PM/Sundays) and walk 15 mins.  

 

3. Nine Elms & Battersea Power Station

- On-street: Few bays; check Ponton Road or Parry Street (metered, £4–6/hour).  

- Car parks: 

  - Battersea Power Station Car Park(SW8 5BN): £25–35/day (discounted for Power Station visitors).  

  - NCP Wandsworth Road (SW8 2LF): £20–25/day.  

- Pro tip: Use JustPark for private spaces in new developments like Embassy Gardens.  

 

4. Warren Street (Fitzrovia/Euston)

- On-street: Nearly impossible. Avoid permit bays on Bolsover Street or Tottenham Street.  

- Car parks:  

  - NCP Euston (NW1 2HS): £45–55/day.  

  - Q-Park Tottenham Court Road (W1T 2QD): £50/day.  

- Budget option : Park at Regent’s Park Road (Primrose Hill) and take the tube (free after 6:30 PM).  

 

Alternative Solutions

1. Park outside central London:  

   - Park at a tube station(e.g., Stanmore, Cockfosters) with cheap/day rates and take the tube in.  

2. Car clubs: Use Zipcar or Enterprise Car Club for short rentals (no parking hassle).  

3. Avoid driving: Use public transport—all areas are well-connected by tube/buses.  

 

Key Warnings

- Resident permits: Most streets require permits (even on Sundays in some zones).  

- Congestion Charge: Avoid driving 7 AM–6 PM Mon–Fri (£15/day fee) if entering the zone.  

- EV charging: Battersea Power Station and Q-Park have EV bays (book ahead).  

 

Final Advice: Parking in central London is pricey and stressful. If possible, ditch the car and use public transport, Uber, or Santander Cycles! 🚲 Let us know if you need help planning routes.

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