What postcodes are in congestion charge area?


What postcodes are in congestion charge area? The following postcodes are within the London Congestion Zone: EC1, EC2, EC3, EC4, SE1, SW1, W1, WC1 and WC2.


How do I know if I have to pay ULEZ or congestion charge?

Before driving into London you should check whether you'll need to pay the ULEZ charge using the TfL vehicle checker. You should also check if your destination falls within the expanded ULEZ using TfL's postcode and map search tool. This will also tell you if you have to pay the Congestion Charge.


What if I live in the congestion charge zone?

Answer. Eligible residents of the congestion charging zone can register for a 90% discount even if they do not own a car year-round. A registered resident can obtain the resident's discount when they use a hire car for up to 30 days, provided they notify TfL before using the vehicle.


What happens if I pay Congestion Charge by mistake?

The rules for refunds of paid congestion charges as set out in the Scheme Order are the same whatever payment method is used. Refunds are only available for unused future days of monthly (20 day) and annual (252 day) charges. Refunds are not available for any part of daily or weekly (5 day) charges.


How do I check if I need to pay ULEZ?

carwow's free ULEZ checker uses your vehicle's registration to tell you if your vehicle is compliant and whether you'll need to pay the £12.50 ULEZ charge. The ULEZ expanded in August 2023 and now covers most of London within the M25.


What happens if you forget to pay congestion charge and ULEZ?

There's a £160 fine if you don't pay the ULEZ penalty charge within three days, and you've got 28 days to pay. It goes down to £80 if you get it to TfL in 14 days. TfL sends you a Penalty Charge Notice (PCN) if you've got a fine.


How can I check if I entered congestion zone?

How do I know if I've entered the congestion charge zone? The congestion charge zone is signposted as you enter with a white 'C' in a red circle. This will be displayed on signposts and on road markings.