Car park location
Claude Street,
Ipswich,
IP1 3HS
About this car park
| Car park type | Short stay Pay on foot Multi-storey |
| Spaces | 536 |
| -Blue Badge Bay(s) | 28 |
| -Electric vehicle (EV) charging bay(s) | 27 |
| -Motorcycle bay(s) | 17 |
| Maximum stay | 5 hours |
| Covered bicycle parking | ✓ |
| Vehicle weight limit | 3.5 tonnes GVW |
| Vehicle height limit | 2.2 metres |
The maximum stay is 5 hours if arriving before 2pm Monday to Friday or any time on Saturdays and Sundays. If arriving after 2pm Monday to Friday, then the maximum stay is until 8am the next day.
Charge Up at Crown Car Park – EV Charging now available!
We’re making it easier than ever to stay powered up while you park! Crown Car Park now offers brand-new Electric Vehicle (EV) charging points, so you can top up your battery while you go about your day.
Why choose Crown Car Park for EV charging?
- Convenient and Fast: Plug in and pay with contactless at the charging point.
- Transparent Costs: Check your electric usage right at the charger.
- Simple Parking: Standard parking charges still apply and can be paid at our on-site payment machines.
- Drive Green, Park Smart: By charging your EV with us, you’re helping reduce emissions and supporting a cleaner, more sustainable future for our community.
Go green, stay charged, and enjoy hassle-free parking with us.
Your journey starts fully powered at Crown Car Park!
If you need any help with these EV Chargers, please contact the 24/7 Helpline number 0808 186 1851 to connect to an adviser who will help you with any queries in regard to EV Charging.
More information on ev parking.
What car park spaces are available now?
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Long Stay Season Tickets
Businesses operating within a short distance of Crown Car Park can now purchase season tickets for your employees. Tickets are flexible, with entry from 7am Monday to Friday. The cost is less than £6 per day, costing £1,403 per year.
A waiting list will be in operation once spaces are filled. To secure your tickets or find out more, contact us today: permit.team@ipswich.gov.uk
Report a Lost, Damaged or Non-functional Season Ticket
To report a lost, damaged or non-functional season ticket click the button below. Please note that the button below will open in a new window.
Report a lost, damaged or non-functional season ticket
Opening and tariff hours
24hr Access
| Day | Opening hours | Tariff hours |
| Monday - Friday | 24 hours | 8:00am - 11:30pm |
| Saturday - Sunday | 24 hours | 8:00am - 11:30pm |
| Sunday | 24 hours | 8:30am - 11:30pm |
Parking tariff
| Up to 1 hour | £1.60 |
| Up to 2 hours | £3.20 |
| Up to 3 hours | £4.80 |
| Up to 4 hours | £6.40 |
| Up to 5 hours | £8.00 |
| Entry after 2pm for 2hrs+ | £2.70 (Mon - Fri) |
| Lost ticket fee | £15.00 |
| Maximum stay exceeded fee (Before 8am the next day) | £12.00 |
| Maximum stay exceeded fee (After 8am the next day) | £25.00 |
| Motorcycles | FREE |
- Motorcycle bays can be accessed via Claude Street, not the main car park entrance.
- Blue badge holders pay normal tariffs.
Payment options
| Contactless | ✓ |
| Card | ✓ |
| Cash | ✓ |
Park Mark®
Crown car park has safer parking status.
