Parking annual report
Every year, we report on how we enforce safe, legal parking in Bexley. That includes things like how many Penalty Charge Notices we issue (that’s what used to be known as ‘parking tickets’ years ago).
The report is produced in accordance with Statutory Guidance.
Annual report 2022 to 2023
Financial information
Section 87 of the Traffic Management Act 2004 provides for guidance to be supplied by the Secretary of State in relation to civil parking enforcement and as set down in Sections 113 through to 117 of the “Secretary of State’s guidance to Local Authorities on the Civil Enforcement of Parking Contraventions”.
Section 55 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, (as amended), and as modified by regulation 25 of the Civil Enforcement of Parking Contraventions (England) General Regulations 2007 sets out the financial provisions relating to designation orders, and specifies how any surplus must be spent, e.g., in the provision or maintenance of off-street parking, highway improvements, etc. Further details can be found at Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.
Parking Account
The following is an extract of the Council's Parking Account for 2022 to 2023 (on-street only).
| Total Parking Account | (£000s) |
|---|---|
| Parking fees | 849 |
| Penalty charge income | 4,879 |
| Total income | 5,728 |
| Total expenditure | 2,777 |
| Total surplus for 2022/23 | 2,951 |
Memorandum item for information only (this section does not form part of the Parking Account as off-street income is not bound by the provisions of Section 55 as above).
| Memorandum item | (£000s) |
|---|---|
| Off-Street Parking Fees (does not include deduction of expenditure) | 1,012 |
Statistical information
| Penalty charge bands | Higher/more serious | Lower/less serious |
|---|---|---|
| Band A (penalty charges issued within Bexleyheath Town Centre Controlled Parking Zone) | £130.00 reduced to £65.00 if paid within reduced payment period | £80.00 reduced to £40.00 if paid within reduced payment period |
| Band B (penalty charges issued outside of the Bexleyheath Town Centre Controlled Parking Zone) | £110.00 reduced to £55.00 if paid within reduced payment period | £60.00 reduced to £30.00 if paid within reduced payment period |
| Moving Traffic Contraventions | £130.00 reduced to £65.00 if paid within reduced payment period | N/A |
| Off Street / Car Park penalty charges | £110.00 reduced to £55.00 if paid within reduced payment period | £60.00 reduced to £30.00 if paid within reduced payment period |
| Type of parking penalty charge notice issued | Total for 2022/23 period (Financial) |
|---|---|
| Higher-level parking penalty charge notices issued | 33,992 |
| Lower-level parking penalty charge notices issued | 13,380 |
| Moving Traffic penalty charge notices issued | 30,083 |
| All types of penalty charge notices issued | 77,455 |
| All types of penalty charge notices paid, (of those issued in the same period) | 58,115 |
| All types of penalty charge notices paid at a discount rate | 32,779 |
| All types of penalty charge notices against which an informal challenge, (pre-Notice to Owner representation), received in the same period | 7,823 |
| All types of penalty charge notices against which a formal representation, (post Notice to Owner representation), received in the same period | 7,715 |
Each year London Councils publishes performance statistics for all London Boroughs - parking enforcement and appeals statistics | London Councils
Top 10 parking contraventions
The following table highlights the top 10 most contravened parking controls (excluding moving traffic contraventions).
| Contravention DESCRIPTION | Number of penalty charge notices issued |
|---|---|
| Parked on yellow lines (waiting restrictions) | 8,693 |
| Parked on the footway / pavement | 7,327 |
| Parked in a resident or shared use bay | 6,484 |
| Parked in a car park without paying charge | 5,895 |
| Parked on-street without paying charge | 3,626 |
| Parked on loading restrictions | 2,760 |
| Parked in a loading bay without loading | 2,381 |
| Parked in a car park after time expired | 1,515 |
| Parked in front of a dropped section of the footway/pavement | 1,014 |
| Parked in an Electric Vehicle Charging bay (when not being charged) | 958 |
Penalty Charge Notice Statistics
The following figures are based on those identified within the issue period, e.g. of the number of PCNs issued between 1 April 2020 to 31 March 2021, a total of 9,214 were resolved/written off within the same period.
Resolved - 2,917
A PCN is resolved when we accept a challenge or representation made on statutory grounds or mitigating circumstances. For example, a vehicle parked in a loading bay and a delivery note provided proving loading/unloading was taking place.
Written off - 6,297
A PCN is written off when we are unable to pursue the penalty and close the case without accepting payment. For example, when the DVLA has no information about the registered keeper or when there has been an error in the issue or progression which prevents further recovery action being taken.
A total of 9,214 PCNs issued between 01/04/2022 and 31/03/2023 were resolved / cancelled as of 21/11/2023.
Archived annual reports
Annual report 2021 to 2022
Financial information
Section 87 of the Traffic Management Act 2004 provides for guidance to be supplied by the Secretary of State in relation to civil parking enforcement and as set down in Sections 113 through to 117 of the 'Secretary of State’s guidance to Local Authorities on the Civil Enforcement of Parking Contraventions'.
Section 55 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, (as amended), and as modified by regulation 25 of the Civil Enforcement of Parking Contraventions (England) General Regulations 2007 sets out the financial provisions relating to designation orders, and specifies how any surplus must be spent, e.g., in the provision or maintenance of off-street parking, highway improvements, etc. Further details can be found at Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.
Parking Account
The following is an extract of the Council's Parking Account for 2021 to 2022 (on-street only).
| Total Parking Account | (£000s) |
|---|---|
| Parking fees | 596 |
| Penalty charge income | 4,713 |
| Total income | 5,309 |
| Total expenditure | 2,034 |
| Total surplus for 2021/22 | 3,275 |
Memorandum item for information only (this section does not form part of the Parking Account as off-street income is not bound by the provisions of Section 55 as above).
| Memorandum item | (£000s) |
|---|---|
| Off-Street Parking Fees (does not include deduction of expenditure) | 480 |
| Miscellaneous income | 603 |
| Penalty charge bands | Higher/more serious | Lower/less serious |
|---|---|---|
| Band A (penalty charges issued within Bexleyheath Town Centre Controlled Parking Zone) | £130.00 reduced to £65.00 if paid within reduced payment period | £80.00 reduced to £40.00 if paid within reduced payment period |
| Band B (penalty charges issued outside of the Bexleyheath Town Centre Controlled Parking Zone) | £110.00 reduced to £55.00 if paid within reduced payment period | £60.00 reduced to £30.00 if paid within reduced payment period |
| Moving Traffic Contraventions | £130.00 reduced to £65.00 if paid within reduced payment period | N/A |
| Off Street / Car Park penalty charges | £110.00 reduced to £55.00 if paid within reduced payment period | £60.00 reduced to £30.00 if paid within reduced payment period |
| Type of parking penalty charge notice issued | Total for 2021/22 period (Financial) |
|---|---|
| Higher-level parking penalty charge notices issued | 38,999 |
| Lower-level parking penalty charge notices issued | 12,338 |
| Moving Traffic penalty charge notices issued | 14,768 |
| All types of penalty charge notices issued | 66,105 |
| All types of penalty charge notices paid, (of those issued in the same period) | 45,849 |
| All types of penalty charge notices paid at a discount rate | 39,801 |
| All types of penalty charge notices against which an informal challenge, (pre-Notice to Owner representation), received in the same period | 8,646 |
| All types of penalty charge notices against which a formal representation, (post Notice to Owner representation), received in the same period | 3,700 |
The following table highlights the top 10 most contravened parking controls (excluding moving traffic contraventions).
| Contravention | Total |
|---|---|
| Parked on yellow lines (waiting restrictions) | 10,417 |
| Parked on the footway/pavement | 8,797 |
| Parked in a resident or shared use bay | 6,363 |
| Parked in a car park without paying charge | 5,588 |
| Parked on-street without paying charge | 3,140 |
| Parked on loading restrictions | 2,563 |
| Parked in a loading bay without loading | 2,310 |
| Parked in a car park after time expired | 1,580 |
| Parked in an Electric Vehicle charging bay (when not being charged) | 1,371 |
| Parked in front of a dropped section of the footway/pavement | 1,203 |
The following figures are based on those identified within the issue period, e.g. of the number of PCNs issued between 1 April 2021 to 31 March 2022, a total of 4,399 were resolved/written off within the same period.
Resolved - 3,816
A PCN is resolved when we accept a challenge or representation made on statutory grounds or mitigating circumstances. For example, a vehicle parked in a loading bay and a delivery note provided proving loading/unloading was taking place.
Written off - 583
A PCN is written off when we are unable to pursue the penalty and close the case without accepting payment. For example, when the DVLA has no information about the registered keeper or when there has been an error in the issue or progression which prevents further recovery action being taken
Each year London Councils publishes Parking enforcement and appeals statistics 2021/22 for all London Boroughs.
Annual report 2020 to 2021
Financial information
Section 87 of the Traffic Management Act 2004 provides for guidance to be supplied by the Secretary of State in relation to civil parking enforcement and as set down in Sections 113 through to 117 of the 'Secretary of State’s guidance to Local Authorities on the Civil Enforcement of Parking Contraventions'.
Section 55 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, (as amended), and as modified by regulation 25 of the Civil Enforcement of Parking Contraventions (England) General Regulations 2007 sets out the financial provisions relating to designation orders, and specifies how any surplus must be spent, e.g., in the provision or maintenance of off-street parking, highway improvements, etc. Further details can be found at Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.
Parking Account
The following is an extract of the Council's Parking Account for 2020 to 2021 (on-street only).
| Total Parking Account | (£000s) |
|---|---|
| Parking fees | 514 |
| Penalty charge income | 2,360 |
| Total income | 2,874 |
| Total expenditure | 2,016 |
| Total surplus for 2020/21 | 831 |
Memorandum item for information only (this section does not form part of the Parking Account as off-street income is not bound by the provisions of Section 55 as above).
| Memorandum item | (£000s) |
|---|---|
| Off-Street Parking Fees (does not include deduction of expenditure) | 902 |
| Miscellaneous income | 1,940 |
Penalty Charge Notice bands
| Penalty charge bands | Higher/more serious | Lower/less serious |
|---|---|---|
| Band A (penalty charges issued within Bexleyheath Town Centre Controlled Parking Zone) | £130.00 reduced to £65.00 if paid within reduced payment period | £80.00 reduced to £40.00 if paid within reduced payment period |
| Band B (penalty charges issued outside of the Bexleyheath Town Centre Controlled Parking Zone) | £110.00 reduced to £55.00 if paid within reduced payment period | £60.00 reduced to £30.00 if paid within reduced payment period |
| Moving Traffic Contraventions | £130.00 reduced to £65.00 if paid within reduced payment period | N/A |
| Off Street / Car Park penalty charges | £110.00 reduced to £55.00 if paid within reduced payment period | £60.00 reduced to £30.00 if paid within reduced payment period |
| Type of parking penalty charge notice issued | Total for 2021/22 period (Financial) |
|---|---|
| Higher-level parking penalty charge notices issued | 33,771 |
| Lower-level parking penalty charge notices issued | 7,724 |
| Moving Traffic penalty charge notices issued | 8,245 |
| All types of penalty charge notices issued | 49,740 |
| All types of penalty charge notices paid, (of those issued in the same period) | 45,438 |
| All types of penalty charge notices paid at a discount rate | 23,086 |
| All types of penalty charge notices against which an informal challenge, (pre-Notice to Owner representation), received in the same period | 7,597 |
| All types of penalty charge notices against which a formal representation, (post Notice to Owner representation), received in the same period | 4,884 |
Top 10 parking contraventions
The following table highlights the top 10 most contravened parking controls (excluding moving traffic contraventions).
| Contravention | Total |
|---|---|
| Parked on the footway/pavement | 9,173 |
| Parked on yellow lines (waiting restrictions) | 9,143 |
| Parked in a resident or shared use bay | 5,342 |
| Parked in a car park without paying charge | 3,056 |
| Parked on-street without paying charge | 2,074 |
| Parked on loading restrictions | 1,585 |
| Parked in a loading bay without loading | 1,585 |
| Parked in front of a dropped section of the footway/pavement | 1,213 |
| Parked in a car park after time expired | 804 |
| Stopped on a school keep clear marking | 744 |
Penalty Charge Notice Statistics
The following figures are based on those identified within the issue period, e.g. of the number of PCNs issued between 1 April 2020 to 31 March 2021, a total of 5,072 were resolved/written off within the same period.
Resolved - 3,336
A PCN is resolved when we accept a challenge or representation made on statutory grounds or mitigating circumstances. For example, a vehicle parked in a loading bay and a delivery note provided proving loading/unloading was taking place.
Written off - 1,736
A PCN is written off when we are unable to pursue the penalty and close the case without accepting payment. For example, when the DVLA has no information about the registered keeper or when there has been an error in the issue or progression which prevents further recovery action being taken.
Each year London Councils publishes Parking enforcement and appeals statistics 2021/22 for all London Boroughs.
Annual report 2019 to 2020
Enforcement activity
The table below is a reformatted version of the original table produced by London Councils.
| Enforcing authority | Higher Level Parking PCNs | Lower Level Parking PCNs | Total Parking PCNs | Bus Lane PCNs | Moving Traffic PCNs | Total PCNs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 3,121,078 | 831,040 | 3,952,118 | 400,973 | 1,829,348 | 6,182,439 |
| Transport for London | 423,145 | 0 | 423,145 | 27,317 | 299,401 | 749,863 |
| Westminster | 205,733 | 67,556 | 273,289 | 0 | 43,952 | 317,241 |
| Islington | 103,195 | 60,943 | 164,138 | 6,928 | 129,121 | 300,187 |
| Newham | 155,513 | 35,351 | 190,864 | 20,466 | 83,470 | 294,800 |
| Camden | 131,185 | 69,536 | 200,721 | 21,585 | 32,082 | 254,388 |
| Lambeth | 124,310 | 17,799 | 142,109 | 55,964 | 46,678 | 244,751 |
| Barnet | 97,271 | 29,766 | 127,037 | 22,652 | 93,397 | 243,086 |
| Haringey | 161,939 | 29,227 | 191,166 | 17,778 | 29,948 | 238,892 |
| Hammersmith & Fulham | 123,849 | 27,136 | 150,985 | 18,136 | 68,782 | 237,903 |
| Waltham Forest | 99,457 | 13,107 | 112,564 | 22,495 | 98,652 | 233,711 |
| Kensington & Chelsea | 121,257 | 76,199 | 197,456 | 0 | 0 | 197,456 |
| Brent | 106,727 | 17,618 | 124,345 | 11,166 | 57,495 | 193,006 |
| Ealing | 58,007 | 14,276 | 72,283 | 30,529 | 80,683 | 183,495 |
| Wandsworth | 108,234 | 17,932 | 126,166 | 209 | 52,149 | 178,524 |
| Croydon | 90,062 | 25,597 | 115,659 | 6,025 | 56,183 | 177,867 |
| Harrow | 69,414 | 21,775 | 91,189 | 13,212 | 67,540 | 171,941 |
| City of London | 42,865 | 11,413 | 54,278 | 0 | 106,020 | 160,298 |
| Redbridge | 56,334 | 32,079 | 88,413 | 0 | 61,049 | 149,462 |
| Hackney | 71,684 | 12,824 | 84,508 | 12,423 | 51,665 | 148,596 |
| Enfield | 51,689 | 16,306 | 67,995 | 18,998 | 51,266 | 138,259 |
| Hounslow | 75,429 | 24,253 | 99,682 | 5,176 | 27,617 | 132,475 |
| Merton | 35,003 | 23,171 | 58,174 | 18,167 | 53,286 | 129,627 |
| Kingston | 52,223 | 24,581 | 76,804 | 16,953 | 30,542 | 124,299 |
| Southwark | 75,081 | 12,032 | 87,113 | 7,673 | 26,063 | 120,849 |
| Tower Hamlets | 76,156 | 14,062 | 90,218 | 2,741 | 24,736 | 117,695 |
| Barking & Dagenham | 57,834 | 9,077 | 66,911 | 17,735 | 31,118 | 115,764 |
| Havering | 54,193 | 13,602 | 67,795 | 4,712 | 35,984 | 108,491 |
| Lewisham | 43,973 | 15,055 | 59,028 | 2,917 | 34,097 | 96,042 |
| Richmond | 43,202 | 21,103 | 64,305 | 3,163 | 15,204 | 82,672 |
| Hillingdon | 51,924 | 16,397 | 68,321 | 1,311 | 13,005 | 82,637 |
| Bromley | 40,828 | 24,018 | 64,846 | 13,589 | 0 | 78,435 |
| Bexley | 40,868 | 12,704 | 53,572 | 0 | 14,083 | 67,655 |
| Greenwich | 48,649 | 17,663 | 66,312 | 0 | 0 | 66,312 |
| Sutton | 23,845 | 6,882 | 30,727 | 953 | 14,080 | 45,760 |
The ‘Total PCNs’ column represents the total number of parking, bus lane and moving traffic PCNS.
The table shows the performance across all London boroughs in relation to traffic and parking enforcement. It shows that in terms of the total number of parking penalty charges issued, Bexley Council issued the third-lowest number across London. This demonstrates the Council’s continued firm but fair approach and a balance between effective enforcement of parking controls together with a reasonable and considerate approach to motorists’ requirements.
| Dates PCNs issued between | Higher Level Parking PCNs | Lower Level Parking PCNs | Total Parking PCNS | Moving Traffic PCNs | Total PCNs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 April 2014 to 31 March 2015 | 38,820 | 8,800 | 47,620 | N/A | 47,620 |
| 1 April 2015 to 31 March 2016 | 36,750 | 10,325 | 47,075 | 1,372 | 48,447 |
| 1 April 2016 to 31 March 2017 | 40,054 | 11,352 | 51,406 | 12,642 | 64,048 |
| 1 April 2017 to 31 March 2018 | 35,191 | 9,808 | 44,999 | 11,365 | 56,364 |
| 1 April 2018 to 31 March 2019 | 36,107 | 9,648 | 45,755 | 11,751 | 57,506 |
| 1 April 2019 to 31 March 2020 | 40,868 | 12,704 | 53,572 | 14,083 | 67,655 |
Penalty Charge Notice bands
| Penalty charge bands | Higher/more serious | Lower/less serious |
|---|---|---|
| Band A (penalty charges issued within Bexleyheath Town Centre Controlled Parking Zone) | £130.00 reduced to £65.00 if paid within reduced payment period | £80.00 reduced to £40.00 if paid within reduced payment period |
| Band B (penalty charges issued outside of the Bexleyheath Town Centre Controlled Parking Zone) | £110.00 reduced to £55.00 if paid within reduced payment period | £60.00 reduced to £30.00 if paid within reduced payment period |
| Moving Traffic Contraventions | £130.00 reduced to £65.00 if paid within reduced payment period | N/A |
| Off Street / Car Park penalty charges | £110.00 reduced to £55.00 if paid within reduced payment period | £60.00 reduced to £30.00 if paid within reduced payment period |
Penalty Charge Notice Statistics
Performance statistics from 1 April 2019 to 31 March 2020:
- number of Penalty Charge Notices (PCNs) issued for on-street contraventions 49,646
- number of PCNs issued for off-street parking contraventions 3,926
- number of moving traffic contravention PCNs 14,083
The following figures are based on those identified within the issue period, e.g. of the number of PCNs issued between 1 April 2019 to 31 March 2020, a total of 4940 were resolved/cancelled within the same period.
Resolved - 3,484
A PCN is resolved when we are unable to pursue the penalty and close the case without accepting payment. For example, when the DVLA has no information about the registered keeper, or even after our enforcement agent companies have attempted to collect the debt without success. A PCN is also resolved when we accept a challenge or representation made on statutory grounds or mitigating circumstances. For example, a vehicle parked in a loading bay and a delivery note provided proving loading/unloading was taking place.
Cancelled - 1,456
A PCN is cancelled when we consider that it has been issued in error and close the case without accepting payment.
The following figures are based on those identified within the issue period, e.g. of the number of PCNs issued for on-street contraventions between 1 April 2019 to 31 March 2020, a total of 48,235 were paid within the same period:
- number of PCNs paid against on-street contraventions 45,557
- number of PCNs paid against off-street contraventions 2,678
- number of PCNs paid (on and off-street) within discount period 32,914
Top 10 parking contraventions
There were approximately 42 separate civil parking contravention codes in use within the London Borough of Bexley in 2019 to 2020.
The following table highlights the top 10 most contravened parking controls (excluding moving traffic contraventions).
| Contravention | Total |
|---|---|
| Yellow line Parking | 11,216 |
| Footway Parking | 9,878 |
| Parked in a residents or shared use bay | 6,191 |
| Parked without payment (Off-Street) | 4,843 |
| Parked on a loading restriction | 3,201 |
| Parked without payment (On-street) | 3,187 |
| Parked in a loading place without loading | 2,892 |
| Parked after expiry of time (Off-Street) | 2,152 |
| Parked next to a dropped footway | 1,531 |
| Stopped on School Keep Clear markings | 1,481 |
| Total of all contraventions | 46,572 |
The table below shows the number of PCNs issued for on-street, off-street and moving traffic contraventions. This demonstrates that the main focus of Council resources for enforcement purposes is to improve motorist compliance with on-street parking controls, as anti-social parking and driving behaviour causes problems for all road users and impacts on the community.
| Breakdown of PCNs issued | Total |
|---|---|
| On-street | 49,646 |
| Off-street | 3,926 |
| Moving traffic | 14,083 |
Number of permits issued in each CPZ
| Area | Controlled Parking Zone | Residential Permits | Business Permits | Visitor Scratch Cards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bexleyheath Town Centre | A | 557 | 10 | 458 |
| Abbey Wood Station | AW | 183 | 0 | 51 |
| Sidcup Station | B | 359 | 48 | 194 |
| Welling Station | D | 133 | 5 | 97 |
| Crayford Station | E | 183 | 5 | 147 |
| Erith Town Centre | ER | 77 | 3 | 39 |
| Falconwood Station | F | 34 | 0 | 11 |
| Bexleyheath Station | G | 426 | 11 | 358 |
| Bexley Village | H | 233 | 8 | 121 |
| Albany Park | J | 75 | 0 | 71 |
| Barnehurst | K | 115 | 0 | 117 |
| New Eltham Station | N | 131 | 0 | 54 |
| Pinnacle Hill | P | 49 | 0 | 24 |
| Sidcup Town Centre | S | 114 | 19 | 93 |
| Welling Town Centre | W | 130 | 0 | 81 |
| West Sidcup | WS | 46 | 0 | 26 |
| Total | N/A | 2845 | 109 | 1942 |
Financial information
Section 87 of the Traffic Management Act 2004 provides for guidance to be supplied by the Secretary of State in relation to civil parking enforcement and as set down in Sections 113 through to 117 of the 'Secretary of State’s guidance to Local Authorities on the Civil Enforcement of Parking Contraventions'.
Section 55 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 sets out the Financial provisions relating to designation orders and specifies how any surplus must be spent, e.g. in the provision or maintenance of off-street parking, highway improvements, etc. Further details can be found at Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.
Parking Account
The following is an extract of the Council's Parking Account for 2019 to 2020 (on-street only).
| Total Parking Account | (£000s) |
|---|---|
| Parking fees | 1,263 |
| Permit fees | 1,889 |
| Penalty charge income | 2,937 |
| Total income | 6,089 |
| Total expenditure | 1,794 |
| Net Surplus for the year | (£000s) |
|---|---|
| Balance brought forward | 0 |
| Application of fund surplus in 2018/19 | 4,295 |
| Balance carried forward | 0 |
Application of Fund Surplus towards the following schemes:
| Capital Expenditure at 31 March 2019 | (£000s) |
|---|---|
| Highways | 1,728 |
| On-street parking project | 80 |
| Revenue Budget | (£000s) |
|---|---|
| Traffic and road safety schemes contractor costs | 11 |
| Highways revenue | 2,321 |
| Traffic revenue | 57 |
| Transport revenue | 44 |
| Street Lighting | 0 |
| Road safety – Special Campaigns | 14 |
| Road Safety – Training Schemes | 0 |
| School Travel Plans | 40 |
| Total application of surplus | 4,295 |
Memorandum item for information only (this section does not form part of the Parking Account as off-street income is not bound by the provisions of Section 55 as above).
- off-street parking fees (does not include deduction of expenditure) £1,051
- miscellaneous income £253
Annual report 2018 to 2019
Enforcement activity
The table below is a reformatted version of the original table produced by London Councils.
| Enforcing authority | Higher Level Parking PCNs | Lower Level Parking PCNs | Total Parking PCNs | Bus Lane PCNs | Moving Traffic PCNs | Total PCNs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2,961,055 | 843,288 | 3,804,343 | 378,016 | 1,769,884 | 5,952,243 |
| Transport for London | 425,803 | 0 | 425,803 | 14,620 | 207,103 | 647,526 |
| Westminster | 191,018 | 67,962 | 258,980 | 0 | 49,727 | 308,707 |
| Islington | 112,833 | 50,171 | 163,004 | 9,452 | 87,884 | 260,340 |
| Barnet | 91,836 | 37,831 | 129,667 | 13,296 | 101,741 | 244,704 |
| Camden | 120,398 | 63,526 | 183,924 | 20,502 | 32,574 | 237,000 |
| Newham | 120,719 | 25,191 | 145,910 | 20,554 | 67,577 | 234,041 |
| Hammersmith & Fulham | 122,103 | 26,703 | 148,806 | 20,495 | 61,747 | 231,048 |
| Ealing | 79,189 | 20,945 | 100,134 | 33,640 | 84,990 | 218,764 |
| Lambeth | 108,065 | 15,479 | 123,544 | 47,066 | 40,055 | 210,665 |
| Waltham Forest | 88,205 | 12,068 | 100,273 | 5,155 | 98,204 | 203,632 |
| Haringey | 127,237 | 26,083 | 153,320 | 16,824 | 33,287 | 203,431 |
| City of London | 43,976 | 9,122 | 53,098 | 0 | 150,253 | 203,351 |
| Kensington & Chelsea | 123,182 | 76,822 | 200,004 | 0 | 0 | 200,004 |
| Brent | 98,552 | 19,800 | 118,352 | 10,968 | 62,890 | 192,210 |
| Harrow | 77,146 | 27,401 | 104,547 | 13,157 | 66,935 | 184,639 |
| Croydon | 77,243 | 28,000 | 105,243 | 4,886 | 70,834 | 180,963 |
| Redbridge | 80,959 | 37,429 | 118,388 | 0 | 56,892 | 175,280 |
| Hackney | 75,673 | 11,111 | 86,784 | 10,881 | 65,453 | 163,118 |
| Wandsworth | 114,668 | 13,662 | 128,330 | 245 | 33,918 | 162,493 |
| Merton | 40,200 | 28,325 | 68,525 | 21,014 | 63,132 | 152,671 |
| Hounslow | 79,992 | 20,924 | 100,916 | 4,497 | 39,942 | 145,355 |
| Kingston | 43,893 | 25,378 | 69,271 | 23,981 | 39,786 | 133,038 |
| Havering | 49,768 | 12,785 | 62,553 | 6,764 | 52,460 | 121,777 |
| Southwark | 76,610 | 11,696 | 88,306 | 5,773 | 24,694 | 118,773 |
| Tower Hamlets | 75,550 | 17,997 | 93,457 | 2,273 | 21,945 | 117,765 |
| Enfield | 48,996 | 19,199 | 68,195 | 19,121 | 26,942 | 114,258 |
| Barking & Dagenham | 47,504 | 6,538 | 54,042 | 19,504 | 38,654 | 112,200 |
| Richmond | 43,388 | 23,955 | 67,343 | 3,576 | 25,586 | 96,505 |
| Hillingdon | 43,469 | 11,556 | 55,025 | 3,295 | 27,087 | 85,407 |
| Lewisham | 8,138 | 46,526 | 54,664 | 7,525 | 19,327 | 81,516 |
| Bromley | 34,381 | 22,079 | 56,460 | 17,673 | 0 | 74,133 |
| Bexley | 36,107 | 9,648 | 45,755 | 0 | 11,751 | 57,506 |
| Greenwich | 31,140 | 11,260 | 42,400 | 0 | 0 | 42,400 |
| Sutton | 23,114 | 6,116 | 29,230 | 1,279 | 6,514 | 37,023 |
The ‘Total PCNs’ column represents the total number of parking, bus lane and moving traffic PCNs.
The table shows the performance across all London boroughs in relation to traffic and parking enforcement. It shows that in terms of the total number of parking penalty charges issued, Bexley Council issued the third-lowest number across London. This demonstrates the Council’s continued firm but fair approach and a balance between effective enforcement of parking controls together with a reasonable and considerate approach to motorists’ requirements.
| Dates PCNs issued between | Higher Level Parking PCNs | Lower Level Parking PCNs | Total Parking PCNS | Moving Traffic PCNs | Total PCNs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 April 2014 to 31 March 2015 | 38,820 | 8,800 | 47,620 | N/A | 47,620 |
| 1 April 2015 to 31 March 2016 | 36,750 | 10,325 | 47,075 | 1,372 | 48,447 |
| 1 April 2016 to 31 March 2017 | 40,054 | 11,352 | 51,406 | 12,642 | 64,048 |
| 1 April 2017 to 31 March 2018 | 35,191 | 9,808 | 44,999 | 11,365 | 56,364 |
| 1 April 2018 to 31 March 2019 | 36,107 | 9,648 | 45,755 | 11,751 | 57,506 |
Penalty Charge Notice bands
| Penalty charge bands | Higher/more serious | Lower/less serious |
|---|---|---|
| Band A (penalty charges issued within Bexleyheath Town Centre Controlled Parking Zone) | £130.00 reduced to £65.00 if paid within reduced payment period | £80.00 reduced to £40.00 if paid within reduced payment period |
| Band B (penalty charges issued outside of the Bexleyheath Town Centre Controlled Parking Zone) | £110.00 reduced to £55.00 if paid within reduced payment period | £60.00 reduced to £30.00 if paid within reduced payment period |
| Moving Traffic Contraventions | £130.00 reduced to £65.00 if paid within reduced payment period | N/A |
| Off Street / Car Park penalty charges | £110.00 reduced to £55.00 if paid within reduced payment period | £60.00 reduced to £30.00 if paid within reduced payment period |
Penalty Charge Notice bands for higher/more serious and lower/less serious
| Penalty charge bands | Higher/more serious | Lower/less serious |
|---|---|---|
| Band A (penalty charges issued within Bexleyheath Town Centre Controlled Parking Zone) | £130.00 reduced to £65.00 if paid within reduced payment period | £80.00 reduced to £40.00 if paid within reduced payment period |
| Band B (penalty charges issued outside of the Bexleyheath Town Centre Controlled Parking Zone) | £110.00 reduced to £55.00 if paid within reduced payment period | £60.00 reduced to £30.00 if paid within reduced payment period |
| Moving Traffic Contraventions | £130.00 reduced to £65.00 if paid within reduced payment period | N/A |
| Off Street / Car Park penalty charges | £110.00 reduced to £55.00 if paid within reduced payment period | £60.00 reduced to £30.00 if paid within reduced payment period |
Penalty Charge Notice Statistics
Performance statistics from 1 April 2018 to 31 March 2019:
- number of PCNs issued for on-street contraventions 42,570
- number of PCNs issued for off-street parking contraventions 3,185
- number of moving traffic contravention PCNs 11,751
The following figures are based on those identified within the issue period, e.g. of the number of PCNs issued between 1 April 2018 to 31 March 2019, a total of 7,559 were resolved/cancelled within the same period.
Resolved - 6,644
A PCN is resolved when we are unable to pursue the penalty and close the case without accepting payment. For example, when the DVLA has no information about the registered keeper, or even after our enforcement agent companies have attempted to collect the debt without success. A PCN is also resolved when we accept a challenge or representation made on statutory grounds or mitigating circumstances. For example, a vehicle parked in a loading bay and a delivery note provided proving loading/unloading was taking place.
Cancelled - 915
A PCN is cancelled when we consider that it has been issued in error and close the case without accepting payment.
The following figures are based on those identified within the issue period, e.g. of the number of PCNs issued for on-street contraventions between 1 April 2018 to 31 March 2019, a total of 35,463 were paid within the same period.
- number of PCNs paid against on-street contraventions 35,463
- number of PCNs paid against off-street contraventions 4,326
- number of PCNs paid (on and off-street) within discount period 30,430
Top 10 parking contraventions
There were approximately 42 separate civil parking contravention codes in use within the London Borough of Bexley in 2017 to 2018.
| Contravention | Total |
|---|---|
| Yellow line Parking | 10,726 |
| Footway Parking | 9,217 |
| Parked in a residents or shared use bay | 4,946 |
| Parked without payment (Off-Street) | 3,981 |
| Parked in a loading place without loading | 2,674 |
| Parked on a loading restriction | 2,162 |
| Parked after expiry of time (Off-Street) | 1,997 |
| Parked next to a dropped footway | 1,787 |
| Stopped on School Keep Clear markings | 1,669 |
| Parked without payment (On-Street) | 1,301 |
| Total of all contraventions | 40,460 |
The table below shows the number of PCNs issued for on-street, off-street and moving traffic contraventions. This demonstrates that the main focus of Council resources for enforcement purposes is to improve motorist compliance with on-street parking controls, as anti-social parking and driving behaviour causes problems for all road users and impacts on the community.
| Breakdown of PCNs issued | Total |
|---|---|
| On-street | 42,570 |
| Off-street | 3,185 |
| Moving traffic | 11,751 |
Number of permits issued in each CPZ
| Area and Controlled Parking Zone (CPZ) | Residential Permits | Business Permits | Visitor Scratch Cards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bexleyheath Town Centre - A | 680 | 14 | 446 |
| Abbey Wood Station - AW | 189 | 0 | 47 |
| Sidcup Station - B | 394 | 55 | 201 |
| Welling Station - D | 147 | 5 | 141 |
| Crayford Station - E | 217 | 3 | 133 |
| Erith Town Centre - ER | 89 | 6 | 43 |
| Falconwood Station - F | 32 | 0 | 18 |
| Bexleyheath Station - G | 464 | 17 | 416 |
| Bexley Village - H | 248 | 13 | 156 |
| Albany Park - J | 77 | 0 | 71 |
| Barnehurst - K | 119 | 2 | 115 |
| New Eltham Station - N | 125 | 0 | 80 |
| Pinnacle Hill - P | 58 | 0 | 18 |
| Sidcup Town Centre - S | 143 | 33 | 94 |
| Welling Town Centre - W | 170 | 0 | 95 |
| West Sidcup - WS | 57 | 0 | 36 |
| Total | 3,209 | 148 | 2,110 |
Financial information
Section 87 of the Traffic Management Act 2004 provides for guidance to be supplied by the Secretary of State in relation to civil parking enforcement and as set down in Sections 113 through to 117 of the 'Secretary of State’s guidance to Local Authorities on the Civil Enforcement of Parking Contraventions'.
Section 55 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 sets out the Financial provisions relating to designation orders and specifies how any surplus must be spent, e.g. in the provision or maintenance of off-street parking, highway improvements, etc. Further details can be found at Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.
Parking Account
The following is an extract of the Council's Parking Account for 2018 to 2019 (on-street only).
| Total Parking Account | (£000s) |
|---|---|
| Parking fees | 1,788 |
| Penalty charge income | 4,361 |
| Total income | 6,149 |
| Total expenditure | 1,542 |
| Net Surplus for the year | (£000s) |
|---|---|
| Balance brought forward | 0 |
| Application of fund surplus in 2018/19 | 4,607 |
| Balance carried forward | 0 |
Application of Fund Surplus towards the following schemes:
| Capital Expenditure at 31 March 2019 | (£000s) |
|---|---|
| Highways | 1,795 |
| On-street parking project | 190 |
| Revenue Budget | (£000s) |
|---|---|
| Traffic and road safety schemes contractor costs | 0 |
| Highways revenue | 2,411 |
| Traffic revenue | 87 |
| Transport revenue | 71 |
| Street Lighting | 18 |
| Road safety – Special Campaigns | 7 |
| Road Safety – Training Schemes | 0 |
| School Travel Plans | 28 |
| Total application of surplus | 4,607 |
Memorandum item for information only (this section does not form part of the Parking Account as off-street income is not bound by the provisions of Section 55 as above).
- off-street parking fees (does not include deduction of expenditure) £881
- miscellaneous income £228