Car parking permits

Parking permits

A parking permit scheme is available in council car parks which will make parking cheaper for regular users.

If your permit is set to renew from 1 April 2024 you will be charged at the new rates which are displayed in the table below.

Head to the MiPermit website to purchase your virtual permit now.

If you are a resident of the Borough you will need your council tax billing reference number to hand when you apply, as well as a copy of your V5 vehicle registration document or other paperwork showing the vehicle registered to an address in the Borough.

You can add other vehicles to a single permit but only one of these vehicles can be parked in a car park at any one time - this is the 'Active' vehicle. It is your responsibility to ensure that the 'Active' vehicle registration on your account is updated to match the vehicle at the time of parking, otherwise a Penalty Charge Notice may be issued. If you wish to park two or more vehicles in the car parks at the same time, or do not wish to keep changing the vehicle registration on your account, you will need to purchase a permit for each vehicle.

The following table shows the fees for a permit:

Location	Permit Type	Resident of the Borough	Non resident
All car parks (Allows use of any town centre or countryside & leisure car park (Parklands / Brocks Hill/ Wigston Pool) – park anywhere, anytime according to the rules of the car park) Purchase Permit A	Annual (12 months) pass	£150.00	£300.00
	6 months pass	£75.00	£150.00
	Without a pass	Pay and display	Pay and display
All town centre car parks in Oadby, Wigston & South Wigston (Allows use of all town centre car parks – park anywhere, anytime according to the rules of the car park) Purchase Permit B	Annual (12 months) pass	£100.00	£200.00
	6 months pass	£50.00	£100.00
	Without a pass	Pay and display	Pay and display
Oadby Town Centre car parks only (Allows use of all Oadby town centre car parks only – park anywhere, anytime according to the rules of the car park) Purchase Permit C	Annual (12 months) pass	£50.00	£100.00
	6 months pass	£25.00	£50.00
	Without a pass	Pay and display	Pay and display
Wigston and South Wigston town centre car parks only (Allows use of all Wigston and South Wigston town centre car parks only – park anywhere, anytime according to the rules of the car park) Purchase Permit D	Annual (12 months) pass	£50.00	£100.00
	6 months pass	£25.00	£50.00
	Without a pass	Pay and display	Pay and display
Leisure car parks only (allows parking at Parklands Leisure Centre / Brocks Hill / Wigston Pool ONLY without further charge) Purchase Permit E	Annual (12 months) pass	£50.00	£100.00
	6 months pass	£25.00	£50.00
	Without a pass	Pay and display	Pay and Display
School Run Permit (allows parking in Countesthorpe Road only, term time Monday to Friday before 9.30am and between 2.30pm and 4pm) Purchase Permit F	School run pass	£20	£20
	Without a pass	Pay and display	Pay and display

FAQS

Will I receive a permit in the post? Do I need to display a permit in my car window?

No – the permits are digital and your car numberplate will automatically be associated with the permit you’ve purchased. You will not receive a physical permit in the post.

What are the advantages of a permit?

• No cash required
• Allows for quick drop-in visits (like buying milk / bread etc)
• Removing the need to pay and display
• Allows shoppers to make unlimited visits
• Costs reduce the more the permit is used.

Can I change the car registration that is connected to my permit?

Yes, you can make unlimited changes to the car you have registered through the MiPermit website. You can only have one car registered at any one time. It is the owner’s responsibility to ensure the correct number plate is active on the MiPermit website when parking your vehicle.

If I purchase a virtual permit what do I need to display in my vehicle?

You do not need to display any proof of purchase in your vehicle. Once a permit is issued the vehicle registration number is automatically logged with the Enforcement Officers.

Can I park for as long as I like with a permit?

Permits allow parking for the duration of the maximum stay advertised on car park signage.

How are ‘town centre’ and ‘countryside and leisure’ car parks defined?

A ‘town centre parking permit’ will allow parking in ANY of the following locations:

Oadby:

East Street Car Park, Sandhurst Street Car Park, Ellis Park Car Park.

Wigston:

Junction Road Car Park, Spring Lane Car Park, Frederick Street Car Park, Aylestone Lane Car Park, Paddock Street Car Park.

South Wigston:

Countesthorpe Road Car Park, Station Street, Kirkdale Road.

A ‘Countryside and Leisure parking permit’ will allow parking in ANY of the following locations:

• Parklands Leisure Centre Car Park
• Brocks Hill Country Park Car Park
• Wigston Pool and Gym Car Park.

An ‘All Car Parks’ permit will allow parking in ANY of the above car parks – both town centre and countryside and leisure locations.

How do I amend/update/renew/raise an issue about my permit?

This should all be done through the MiPermit website

I’ve changed my mind and I no longer want a permit – can I get refund on the remaining months?

Yes, as long as there is at least three months left on your permit. You will be refunded for full months remaining only and there is an admin charge. You will need to do this through the MiPermit website.

Will my parking permit automatically renew after one year?

You will be given the choice during the registration process of whether you want to renew automatically. If you choose not to automatically renew, you will receive reminders from MiPermit when your permit nears its expiry.

The council is offering free parking on a certain date/s - can I get a refund?

The council reserves the right to offer free parking on certain dates of the year to support local businesses and borough events - for example on weekends in the lead up to Christmas. We will not be able to issue refunds of any kind to permit holders to compensate for this.

What if I don’t want to buy a permit?

The casual use pay and display (or pay by phone) charges will apply - more information is available on our car parking page

I don't want to/I'm unable to purchase a permit online

Please contact our Customer Services Team on 0116 288 8961 for further advice

Is there any discount available for OAPs or benefits recipients?

No – charges are already as low as possible for all users.

If I already pay for a Leicestershire County Council on-street residents parking permit will I have to pay again to use Oadby and Wigston's car parks?

Permits issued by Leicestershire County Council are for on-street parking only and are not interchangeable for off-street car parks therefore you will need to purchase an off-street parking permit if you wish to park in Oadby and Wigston council car parks.

Do motorcycles have to pay for parking?

No, motorcycles are exempt from charges and may park in any of our car parks free of charge.

Terms and Conditions

Parking Permit Terms & Conditions (PDF Document, 205.25 Kb)