UNSW Kensington Campus
Reliable parking at the gateway to the UNSW health, research, and student precincts.
Visitors, students, and staff find casual bays, permit parking, and active transport amenities at Barker Street Parking Station (N18). The campus entry through Gate 14 now pairs a new signalised intersection with an increasingly sustainable multistorey car park.
Visitor snapshot
3.9★
11 independent reviews praise the central location despite ramp tightness.
Capacity
1,400 bays
Including 500 new spaces from the latest upgrade proposal.
EV Ready
Solar + EV
Rooftop solar feeds chargers plus end-of-trip showers and lockers.
Access
Gate 14
Primary entry via Barker Street / Southern Drive intersection.
Community Trust
3.9★ (11 reviews)
Visitors praise the proximity to campus amenities.
Parking services
Gate 14 / Barker Street
Casual parking is managed via the CellOPark app, while permit holders continue to use the marked bays across the four existing levels. Daily charging allows visitors to top up quickly, and the surrounding streets are now easier to navigate with better signage and active transport routes.
Casual and permit parking
Accepted via the CellOPark pay-by-plate app throughout weekdays and weekends, with short stay bays near the Barker Street entrance.
Pedestrian-first upgrades
The new signalised Barker Street & Southern Drive intersection calms traffic and prioritises pedestrians entering/out of Gate 14.
End-of-trip focus
Showers, lockers, and secure bike racks support campus commuters while solar panels lower the car park’s footprint.
Campus safety + visibility
Improved lighting, signage, and structural refresh keep the 1970s-styled car park feeling open and secure.
Planned transformation
An inclusive, sustainable upgrade
The campus strategy keeps visitors within a safe, central parking hub while taking pressure off surrounding streets. The proposed 8-storey uplift stacks 1,400 vehicle spaces with 130 bicycle slots, rooftop solar, and new end-of-trip amenities for showers and lockers. Infrastructure upgrades improve lighting, signage, and the gateway to the Barker Street student precinct.
2024 Capacity Improvements
Certus Projects delivered upgraded surface finishes and installed ~520 extra spaces to relieve peak demand during the school year.
Early 2026 SSDAs
UNSW will lodge Development Applications for the Parking Station Upgrade (SSD-79257208) and the Barker Street Student Accommodation Redevelopment.
Solar + Mobility Focus
The proposed 8-storey upgrade layers rooftop PV, EV chargers, and dedicated disability and motorbike parking across 1,400 bays.
Approval timeline
Now – 3 Nov 2025
Stage 1: Engagement
Community feedback captured through the Social Impact Assessment survey, shaping design principles with Indigenous voices.
Dec 2025 – Feb 2026
Stage 2: Lodgement
State Significant Development Applications submitted to the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure.
2026 – beyond
Stage 3: Delivery
Construction of the new storeys, intersection upgrades, and expanded end-of-trip amenities begins once approvals are confirmed.
Visitor routing & accessibility
Barker Street • Gate 14
Arrive from Botany Street via Gate 14, turn right onto Southern Drive, and follow the on-campus signage to the corner of Barker and Willis Streets. The car park is highlighted on the campus map as N18, with accessible bays positioned closest to the lifts and levels reserved for university permit holders.
Accessibility snapshot
- Accessible parking near lifts, with gentle level access to the Botany Rd precinct.
- Wide ramps, clear wayfinding, and pedestrian crossings to reduce conflicts.
- Security patrols and lighting improvements keep late-night arrivals safe.
Visitor essentials
- Paid hours: Monday–Friday 7:30 am – 7:30 pm; complimentary on weekends & public holidays.
- Casual 2P / 4P bays for quick campus visits; all-day pricing also available.
- CellOPark app or physical pay stations for secure contactless payment.
“Follow Botany Street, turn right at Gate 14, keep left on Southern Drive, and the Barker Street Parking Station is straight ahead.”
Access tip from UNSW Estate Management
Find us on campus
Barker Street Parking Station sits on the southern boundary of the Kensington campus, just off Barker Street and Willis Street.
Phone: (02) 9385 5111 • estate@unsw.edu.au
Need help?
Estate Management
Estate Management is on campus Monday–Friday from 8 am to 5 pm (excluding public holidays). For after hours support, call the 24/7 phone line or email the team and we’ll guide you through parking permits, short visits, and campus deliveries.
Phone: (02) 9385 5111
Email: estate@unsw.edu.au
Physical: Level 3, Mathews Building (F23) • Gate 11 entrance