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Ilkley Parking Changes – Resident Feedback Form
Recent changes introduced by Bradford Council have altered parking arrangements across Ilkley.
Previously:
Many central streets offered one hour of free parking
Charges were limited and varied by location
Blue Badge holders were exempt from charges
Now (from January 2026)
:
£1 per hour on most streets, 8am–8pm, 7 days a week, including bank holidays
Only three streets retain one free hour (New Brook Street, Kings Road, Cowpasture Road)
Long‑stay tariffs now range from £1–£5
Blue Badge holders remain exempt but must follow maximum stay limits
Please tick all options that apply and add comments where helpful.
1.
About You
Ilkley resident
Visitor to Ilkley
Local business owner or employee
Regular commuter
Parent/carer of a child attending regular activities in Ilkley
Other (please specify in comments)
Additional Comments
2.
How often do you usually park in Ilkley?
Daily
Several times a week
Weekly
Monthly
Rarely
Comments (optional)
3.
Where do you now park? (Please include both roadside and car parks.)
On street parking near my destination
On street parking further away than before
Council run car parks
Privately run car parks
Residential streets
I now avoid parking in Ilkley
Other (please specify) and add any comments here
4.
Since the changes, has parking become…
Much easier
Slightly easier
No different
Slightly harder
Much harder
Comments (Optional)
5.
Have the new charges affected your ability to access local shops, services, or facilities?
Yes, significantly
Yes, somewhat
No change
Not applicable
If Yes please explain here
6.
Multiple Short Trips to Support Others.
Many residents make several short parking trips in a day — for example, taking children to activities, helping elderly or vulnerable people, assisting neighbours with shopping or appointments, or providing lifts and community support. Does this apply to you?
Yes, regularly
Yes, occasionally
No
Not applicable
7.
If yes to Q6, how have the parking changes affected this?
Increased cost
Increased stress or inconvenience
Reduced ability to help others
Difficulty finding suitable parking
I now limit or avoid making these trips
No significant impact
Comments (optional)
8.
How useful are the three streets that still offer one hour of free parking (New Brook Street, Kings Road, Cowpasture Road)?
Very useful
Somewhat useful
Not useful
I don’t use them
I wasn’t aware of them
Comments (optional)
9.
Have the changes affected your travel choices?
I now walk more
I now cycle more
I now use public transport more
I now avoid certain areas
I now visit Ilkley less often
No change
Comments (optional)
10.
How have the changes affected your household or business financially?
Significant additional cost
Some additional cost
No noticeable change
Reduced cost
Not applicable
Comments (optional)
11.
Residents’ Parking Permit.
Some towns (e.g., Harrogate) offer residents’ parking permits for use in controlled areas. Would you support the introduction of a residents’ parking permit scheme in Ilkley?
Yes
Possibly, depending on cost
No
Unsure
12.
If yes or possibly, what should a permit cover?
Evening parking
Daytime parking
Specific streets/zones
Whole‑town coverage
Other (please specify)
13.
Overall, how satisfied are you with the new parking charges?
Very satisfied
Satisfied
Neutral
Dissatisfied
Very dissatisfied
Comments (optional)
14.
Additional comments (optional)
15.
Please enter contact details, (email and/or telephone number) if you are willing to be contacted.
