Controlled Parking Zone (CPZ) Westoe , South Shields

Closed 2 Jun 2025

Opened 12 May 2025

Contact

Parking Team

0191 4277000

ParkingSchemeConsultations@southtyneside.gov.uk

Feedback updated 3 Jun 2025

We asked

If you would be in favour of a Controlled Parking Zone within Westoe

You said

The consultation results show that many residents in the Westoe area are not in favour of progressing with the introduction of a CPZ. The proportion of respondents who believe it would negatively affect the area significantly outweighs those who view it positively, and the tone of the written feedback reflects a general lack of community support.

Customers visiting pubs and restaurants received a lot of criticism. With complaints of vehicles being left over night and sometimes all weekend. However, It also highlight that levels of car ownership in Westoe appear to be higher than expected. According to the 2021 census 67.2% of households in South Tyneside own at least one car compared to 78% nationally. But the figures taken from this consultation show 85% of responders own one car or more.

We did

Given the low ratio of available parking space to homes and the high levels of car ownership and the current levels of opposition from the local community. No further action will be taken on the introduction of a Controlled Parking Zone in the Westoe area at this time. Should parking pressures change in the future, or should there be a shift in community sentiment, the issue can be revisited with a more detailed proposal.

Results updated 3 Jun 2025

Summary of Responses

A total of 65 residents responded to the consultation.

Perceived Impact of a CPZ:

  • 30.77% felt a CPZ would have a positive impact on the area.
  • 55.38% believed it would have a negative impact.
  • 13.8% were unsure.

Permit Requirements:

  • 13% indicated they would not require a permit.
  • 38.46% would require one permit.
  • 32.31% would require two permits.
  • 15.38% would need three or more.

Comments and Sentiment:

While a small number expressed support for the proposal—describing it as a “very good idea”—most of the feedback was critical. Common themes among the negative comments included perceptions that the scheme was a revenue-generating measure for the council, and that it was unnecessary given the current parking situation.

Most complaints regarding a lack of available parking came from residents of Westoe Road and Imeary Street.(49.24% of responders). Most who said there was “no issue”, lived within the side streets. When asked “Would you be likely to park your vehicle in another street within the proposed CPZ ?” 66.15% said NO. 

 

Overview

Following concerns raised by residents about parking difficulties, we are considering the introduction of a CPZ. However, before any decision is made, we want to hear your views.

A CPZ is an area where parking is regulated to give priority to residents and permit holders during certain times of the day. This means that non-permit holders, such as commuters or visitors, would have restricted parking access during these hours.

Streets to be included in the CPZ are Imeary Street, Imeary Grove, East Stainton Street, East Moffett Street, East Stevenson Street, East George Potts Street, Ada Street, Westoe Road, St. Micheals' Avenue, Ingham Grange, Westoe Village, Sunderland Road and Wood Terrace.

The aim of introducing a CPZ in your area is to help reduce congestion, improve parking availability for residents, and ensure safer and more accessible streets.

Key Features of the Proposed CPZ:

• Residents and their visitors would need to apply for permits to park on the road during controlled hours.

• The scheme would operate during specific times, which would be determined following consultation.

• Non-permit holders would have limited or no parking access during controlled hours.

• There will be a cost associated with resident and visitor permits to cover administrative and enforcement costs.

(Costs are subject to change depending on timeframe of the scheme)

Why your views matter

Your views are important as we develop these projects. By letting us know what you would like to see, we will be able to make appropriate changes to the scheme to ensure that it has the best chance of being implemented.

 

What happens next

If the scheme recives sufficient support then it may be implemented in its current form.

Should this scheme not be favoured, it may be revised or it may not be progressed any further.