Leeds unveils smart bike hangars to tackle cycle theft fears - full list of locations
New secure cycle parking scheme launched in Leeds 🚲
A new smart app on-demand cycle parking scheme has been launched in Leeds, giving cyclists a safer place to leave their bikes while they work, shop or visit the city centre
Designed, developed, and delivered by Hooplr, in partnership with Leeds City Council and the West Yorkshire Combined Authority, the service has been funded through the City Regional Sustainable Transport Settlement (CRSTS).
The secure, weather-proof units come complete with nine standard cycle hangars and one cargo-bike hangar installed across the city centre.
Each hangar can accommodate up to six bikes, while the cargo-bike hangar provides space for two cargo bikes or adapted cycles.
Coun Peter Carlill, Leeds City Council’s executive member for transport and planning, said: "Leeds has become one of the leading cities in the UK for providing safe cycle lanes, with over 300km across the district.
“However, a key barrier to cycling remains the lack of secure cycle parking. This scheme provides a safe and accessible way for residents to securely park their bikes in the city centre."
"Schemes like this support our transport strategy by encouraging more sustainable travel and helping to reduce congestion in the city centre.”
Both types of hangar meet the highest security accreditation currently available (Sold Secure Powered Cycle Diamond), and are equipped with a secure ground anchor locking point to accommodate a range of cycle frame types.
Customers can manage their bookings, lock and unlock the hangars, add credit and find vacant parking spaces, all through the Hooplr smartphone app.
Anthony Lau, founder and design director at Cyclehoop, said: “The launch of secure destination cycle parking in Leeds will give both residents and visitors greater confidence to travel by bike and make full use of the city’s growing cycle network.
“By investing in practical, secure parking at key destinations, Leeds City Council is making cycling a more convenient and attractive option for everyday journeys.
“This scheme helps remove a major barrier to cycling, giving people peace of mind that their bike will be safe while they work, shop or spend time in the city centre.”
The units are located in the following areas:
St Anne’s Street, LS1 8TL
Bond Street, LS1 2JY (cargo-bike hangar)
New Briggate, LS1 6NU
City Square, LS1 2ES
Park Square South, LS1 2FJ
South Parade, LS1 5QS
Edward Street (near Eastgate), LS2 7LY
Kirkgate Market, LS2 7DF
The Calls, LS2 7EW
Waterloo Street, LS10 1JA
They operate on a pay-as-you-go basis and start from just 50p for up to two hours. There are plans to expand the network, if successful