Parking in Clapham

Common-side parking — arrive early

Clapham straddles the border between the London Boroughs of Lambeth and Wandsworth, and rules can differ on opposite sides of the Common. Weekends are particularly busy with Common visitors. Free parking is available on some residential streets but fills quickly on sunny days.

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Clapham parking at a glance

Governing boroughs

Lambeth and Wandsworth

PCN penalty charge

£130 (£65 if paid within 14 days)

Clapham Common free parking

Some surrounding streets — confirm CPZ hours

Busiest times

Weekend afternoons in summer

Parking tips for Clapham

Know which borough you're in

Lambeth and Wandsworth operate separate CPZs. A Lambeth permit won't cover a Wandsworth street. Use Kerbie to read the sign and confirm the issuing authority.

Arrive before 10 am on sunny weekends

Free spaces near Clapham Common vanish quickly on warm Saturdays. Kerbie can help you find the nearest available spot in real time.

How Kerbie helps you park in Clapham

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Session timer

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Find nearby spaces

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