Will ULEZ extend to M25?


Will ULEZ extend to M25? Accordingly, the boundary of ULEZ expanded to the whole of Greater London (within the M25) as planned, charging drivers of non-compliant vehicles to enter the capital. Read on to find out how the expansion might affect you, and what you can do to avoid having to pay the daily charge of £12.50.


How do you avoid the ULEZ zone?

Here's a run-down of what you can do to avoid the ULEZ charge:
  1. Buy a petrol car. ...
  2. Buy a diesel car. ...
  3. Buy a classic car. ...
  4. Buy an electric car. ...
  5. Buy a motorbike. ...
  6. Other ways to avoid paying the ULEZ charge. ...
  7. Other ULEZ exempt vehicles. ...
  8. Yet more ways to not pay ULEZ charges.


How can I avoid ULEZ in London?

Here's a run-down of what you can do to avoid the ULEZ charge:
  1. Buy a petrol car. ...
  2. Buy a diesel car. ...
  3. Buy a classic car. ...
  4. Buy an electric car. ...
  5. Buy a motorbike. ...
  6. Other ways to avoid paying the ULEZ charge. ...
  7. Other ULEZ exempt vehicles. ...
  8. Yet more ways to not pay ULEZ charges.


Will ULEZ expand even further?

Where does it end? Right now, prior to the 2023 expansion, the ULEZ includes all areas within the North and South Circular roads — as it has done since it was last expanded in October 2021. As of 29 August 2023, the ULEZ will grow to include all London boroughs.


Is Wimbledon in the ULEZ zone?

It was expanded in 2021 to include boroughs in inner London such as Tower Hamlets and Southwark. Since 2021, Ulez has covered the following areas of inner London: Now, it expands to cover Greater London, affecting boroughs such as Barnet, Upminster, Wimbledon, and Wembley.


Is the Dartford Crossing in the ULEZ zone?

The new ULEZ charges for travelling Dartfordians are just one of the road payments residents face. Those heading over the Dartford Crossing and into London will now find themselves with two journey payments if they cross the ULEZ border.


Will ULEZ expand to Heathrow?

Yes, Heathrow Airport will be included in the ULEZ expansion. This means that anyone driving to the West London airport – even if you're just being a good friend and playing taxi – will have to pay the £12.50 fee.


How much is the ULEZ penalty charge?

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. Note that there is a heightened risk of receiving a PCN if you pre-pay your ULEZ charge by post fewer than 10 days before travel.