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Best and Worst Rated Airports for Car Parking

Strategic Insights

— 1 min read

Blackcircles, a motoring expert group, has released data on the best and worst airports for car parking in the UK. The study, which analyzed over 40 airports, used Google Maps to gather ratings for each car park. Based on the data, East Midlands, London City, and Bristol airports were ranked as the top three, while London Stansted, Edinburgh, and Birmingham airports were at the bottom of the list. Motoring experts advise drivers to check recent reviews and ratings of car parks before leaving their vehicles.

Key Takeaways:

  • East Midlands, London City, and Bristol airports topped the list with an average rating of 4.3, 4.2, and 4.5 respectively.
  • London Stansted, Edinburgh, and Birmingham airports were rated as the worst, with an average rating of 3.7, 3.8, and 3.9 respectively.
  • 100% of car parks at Manchester and Liverpool airports were rated 4 stars or above, with an average rating of 4.3 and 4.2 respectively.
  • Drivers are advised to check recent reviews and ratings of car parks, take photos of their vehicle and the surrounding area, and note the date and time of parking and return.
  • In case of damage to the vehicle, drivers should contact their insurance provider and ask the car park staff for CCTV footage.
  • The study recommends that drivers consider making a premises liability claim if they suspect a crime, such as vandalism or theft.

Statistics:

  • 40 airports were analyzed in the study, with over 1,000,000 passengers per year.
  • East Midlands, London City, and Bristol airports were ranked as the top three airports for car parking.
  • London Stansted, Edinburgh, and Birmingham airports were ranked as the worst, with an average rating of 3.7, 3.8, and 3.9 respectively.
  • 100% of car parks at Manchester and Liverpool airports were rated 4 stars or above, with an average rating of 4.3 and 4.2 respectively.
  • 43% of car parks at Gatwick Airport were rated 4 stars or above.

Sources:

  • Blackcircles (https://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/newsletter)
  • Blackcircles Tyre Content Manager, Nyo Logan

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