Who makes the ULEZ cameras?


Who makes the ULEZ cameras? ULEZ camera locations are selected by Transport for London. This is done in collaboration with our camera supplier, Yunex (formerly Siemens Mobility), to ensure that locations are appropriate and feasible.


Where does the money from ULEZ go?

All money received from the ULEZ will be reinvested into improving the transport network and making London's air cleaner. The annual T-Charge income is £3.4m. As the T-Charge is combined with the Congestion Charge, TfL cannot separate out the enforcement income generated from non-payment of the T-Charge.


What happens if I live in the new ULEZ zone?

It does not matter if you live, work, or simply drive through London, all vehicles within the ULEZ zone that are not compliant with the emissions regulations must pay the daily charge.


What are the black cameras in London?

  • They are not “cameras” but instead sensors that emit an invisible beam.
  • When facing the road, they measure the presence, volume and speed of traffic - in order to help prevent accidents as motorists react to indications made by the lights.


How is ULEZ being enforced?

If you are parked but don't drive, you don't need to pay the ULEZ charge. The ULEZ is enforced by cameras that are able to read your number plate as you drive anywhere within the zone and will automatically detect whether or not your vehicle meets the ULEZ emissions standards.


Do I pay ULEZ if my car is parked?

Even if you make a short trip inside the zone using a vehicle that doesn't meet the ULEZ emissions standards, you need to pay the £12.50 daily charge. This includes residents of the ULEZ. However, you don't need to pay the ULEZ charge on a particular day if your vehicle is parked inside the zone and you don't drive it.


How successful has ULEZ been?

By October 2022, Ulez had reduced NO2 levels next to the roadside by an estimated 46% in central London and by 21% in inner London, according to a City Hall report reviewed by Imperial College London.


Do people who live in London have to pay ULEZ?

London road user charging Even if you make a short trip inside the zone using a vehicle that doesn't meet the ULEZ emissions standards, you need to pay the £12.50 daily charge. This includes residents of the ULEZ.


What happens to cars that are not ULEZ compliant?

ULEZ charges Non-compliant vehicles will have to pay £12.50 per day to enter, on top of the congestion charge (£11.50 per day). If you don't pay, you face a £160 fine per day.


How much is ULEZ if you forget to pay?

Cars, vans, motorcycles, mopeds, caravans, and minibuses can all be landed with a £180 penalty, payable if they have not paid their ULEZ charge correctly or on time.