When does the ULEZ Extension Start?

The ULEZ extension will start on 25th October 2021. The Ultra-low emission zone will run 24 hours a day and for 7 days a week. The zone will operate all year round except for Christmas day.

How much do I have to pay to enter the extended ULEZ?

A daily charge of £12.50 will be required from most vehicles to drive through the ULEZ upon its extension. This includes most cars, vans, and motorcycles. A fee of £100 will be required from vehicles over 3.5 tonnes which includes heavier vehicles such as buses, coaches, and lorries. It’s important to note that the ULEZ extension will run from 00:00am to 24:00pm. Cars aren't required to pay twice to enter the expanded ULEZ. If your vehicle is parked and remains stationary in the ULEZ extension, then you will not be required to pay a fee. You can pay to drive in London’s ULEZ online.

What areas are in the ULEZ extension?

From the 25th October 2021, the ULEZ will expand from central London to create a single, larger zone. It will run up to, but not include, the North Circular Road (A406) and South Circular Road (A205). Key areas affected by the ULEZ extension include Halloway, Stratford, Harringay, Wood green, Poplar and many other areas that run through the A10, A12, A23 and A41 corridors. Other areas situated within the ULEZ extension include Barnes, Motrokela, East Sheen, Chiswick, North Richmond and Kew. View whether your postcode falls into the ULEZ extension online.

What areas are excluded from the ULEZ extension?

The 2021 ULEZ extension covers a large area, however, it will not include the North Circular Road (A406) and South Circular Road (A205). A section of the A4 between Chiswick Roundabout and Hogarth Roundabout is also excluded from the ULEZ extension.

What happens if I don’t pay the ULEZ extension charge?

Failure to pay for driving in the ULEZ extension will include a series of fines which are known as penalty charge notices (PCN). Initially, you will be fined £180 if you avoid payment, however this can be reduced to £80 if paid within 14 days. Further missed payments will lead to a charge certificate which carries a maximum fine of £240. View further information on ULEZ enforcement and penalties online.

What options do I have if my car isn't compatible with the 2021 ULEZ extension?

Multiple studies show that, unfortunately, many motorists in London who work or reside in the ULEZ extension can’t afford to drive in it. A vast amount of cars and vans within the ULEZ extension are not compatible with the zone’s emission standards. It's important to consider what options you have so that you can avoid potential fines of £1000 per year. Thankfully, Scrap Local’s award-winning network of vehicle recyclers work hard to provide exceptional scrap car removal services for customers in low emission and clean air zones. We’ll ensure that you receive a great scrap car price for your vehicle and will handle all of the paperwork for you. Scrap Local offers a hassle-free solution for highly polluting vehicles in the ULEZ extension. Get a free quote with NO hidden admin fees today!

London's ULEZ.

London’s Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) expanded significantly on 25th October 2021 and has since grown further in 2023 to cover all 32 London boroughs. ULEZ now runs 24 hours a day, every day, except Christmas.

ULEZ applies to most vehicle types and enforces strict emissions standards. If your petrol or diesel vehicle doesn’t meet these standards, you’ll be charged a daily fee to drive within the zone.

ULEZ Extension Start Date

The ULEZ extension began on the 25th of October 2021, expanding up to but not including the North Circular Road (A406) and South Circular Road (A205).

On August 29th 2023, ULEZ expanded further to cover all of Greater London.

As part of the London congestion zone charge, the ULEZ extension will run every year except for Christmas.

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ULEZ Extension Vehicle Checker

Vehicles must meet the following emissions standards to avoid paying:

Petrol cars – Euro 4 (generally from 2005 onwards)
Diesel cars – Euro 6 (generally from September 2015 onwards)
Motorcycles – Euro 3 (generally from July 2007 onwards)
Electric vehicles – Fully exempt

If your vehicle doesn’t comply, you’ll need to pay £12.50 per day.

Transport for London (TfL) provides an official vehicle checker tool where you can enter your registration and see if your car meets the ULEZ standards.

In central London, the Ultra Low Emission Zone has already helped cut toxic roadside nitrogen dioxide pollution by nearly half and led to reductions that are five times greater than the national average. But the pollution isn’t just a central London problem

Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan

2021 ULEZ Extension Map

The ULEZ extension currently covers the same region as the central London congestion zone. However, the zone will expand across the City of London and will be set around (but will not include) the South and North circular roads.

Key areas affected by the ULEZ extension include Halloway, Stratford, Harringay, Wood Green and Poplar.
Other areas in the ULEZ extension include Barnes, Motorola, Chiswick, East Sheen, North Richmond and Kew.
Key corridors covered by the ULEZ extension include the A10, A2, A23 and A41.
The scheme is being introduced in Chiswick as air pollution limits are still being exceeded in the expansion zone.
Poor air quality remains the biggest environmental risk to the health of Londoners.
Excludes motorways such as the M25, even if they run through or border Greater London.

The ULEZ extension will cover many new areas and it’s important to understand whether your vehicle will be impacted. To find out what you will need to pay to enter the ULEZ, please enter your postcode through the TFL postcode checker linked below.

It is estimated that 100,000 cars, 35,000 vans, and 3,000 lorries could be affected by the expanded zone with tighter standards every day.

www.london.gov.uk

ULEZ Extension Charges

£12.50 per day for cars, motorcycles, vans (up to 3.5 tonnes), and minibuses (up to 5 tonnes)
£100 per day for heavier vehicles (HGVs, lorries, buses, coaches over 3.5 tonnes)
Charges apply midnight to midnight, you’re only charged once per day
Stationary vehicles are not charged

‘We recognise the important role that historic vehicles play in preserving London’s culture and history and their relatively low impact on pollution due to their small numbers. Following consultation it was agreed that vehicles in the 40-year rolling vehicle tax exemption sector for classic vehicles will be exempt from the ULEZ standards and charges.’

Tamara Salhab, Press Officer For TfL

Classic Cars And The ULEZ Extension

Many classic car enthusiasts and classic car owners were worried about the 2021 ULEZ extension and its impact on classic cars.

Thankfully, owners have breathed a sigh of relief as classic cars will not be impacted by the ULEZ charge since being classed as historic vehicles.
Of course, you can only be eligible if your vehicle is older than 40 years and has its tax class registered as a historic vehicle.

Unfortunately, many classic cars have since fallen under the despair of the recent MOT changes. Under new regulations, classic vehicles must meet the new standards introduced otherwise the prospect of driving their classic vehicle across the ULEZ may be short-lived.

View our complete guide to find out more about where you stand with your classic car.

ULEZ Grants And Scrappage Schemes

Want to remove your car in London for a better alternative?

You may be eligible for certain ULEZ government grants under the London scrappage scheme.

Non-Governmental Organisations, small business owners and low income residents may be eligible for certain grants if they meet certain requirements.

Vehicles that may receive ULEZ grants are listed below.

Cars And Motorcycles

The ULEZ scrappage grant can only be provided for residents within the City of London and the 32 London boroughs.
You must be receiving certain non-means or means-tested benefits.
Your vehicle must not meet ULEZ emissions standards.
Once requirements are met you can start your application.

Still unsure if you can scrap your car and receive the ULEZ grant? Our team can still help you scrap a car in London hassle-free.

Vans And Minibuses

A high number of applications have limited the funds available for the ULEZ scrappage scheme.
The ULEZ scrappage scheme grant for vans and minibuses can range from £7,000 – £9,500.
Unfortunately, the ULEZ grants for vans and minibuses has since been suspended.
If you submitted an application, then you should receive notice of your eligibility.
You can then continue to scrap your car and submit evidence for the ULEZ grant payment.

Have a van or minibus to scrap? Our team can still scrap your polluting van or minibus in London for a great price.

Heavy Vehicles

A scrappage scheme for non-compliant heavy vehicles such as coaches and minibuses has been suspended for new applications.
As of October 2021, the ULEZ grant for heavy vehicles is £15,000.
Only those who have submitted an application may be eligible for the ULEZ government scrappage scheme.

Car Not Compatible With The ULEZ Expansion? Let Us Help!

A significant number of people own vehicles that are incompatible with the emission standards set by London’s ULEZ. Due to this, it’s important to consider your options:

The ULEZ extension and congestion charge zone are part of London’s Air Quality Plan and are here to stay. Therefore, it’s important to review whether it’s viable to drive your vehicle regularly through the ULEZ.
Most vehicles under 3.5 tonnes are predicted to pay upwards from £27.50 a day. The ULEZ will cost the average driver an additional £1000 a year! Can you afford to pay that cost up-front each year?

Thankfully, Scrap Local offers an award-winning recycling service throughout London! Our nationwide network of car breakers pays the best scrap prices in London for all kinds of vehicles, including polluting diesel and petrol cars.

If you’re looking for a hassle-free scrap car removal service in London, then enquire with us and receive a FREE quote with NO hidden admin fees for your vehicle.

Question's On The Ultra Low Emission Zone

- A daily charge of £12.50 will be required from most vehicles to drive through the ULEZ upon its extension. This includes most cars, vans, and motorcycles.
- A fee of £100 will be required from vehicles over 3.5 tonnes which includes heavier vehicles such as buses, coaches, and lorries.
It’s important to note that the ULEZ extension will run from 00:00am to 24:00pm. Cars aren’t required to pay twice to enter the expanded ULEZ.

If your vehicle is parked and remains stationary in the ULEZ extension, then you will not be required to pay a fee. You can pay to drive in London’s ULEZ online.
From the 25th October 2021, the ULEZ will expand from central London to create a single, larger zone. It will run up to, but not include, the North Circular Road (A406) and South Circular Road (A205).
- Key areas affected by the ULEZ extension include Halloway, Stratford, Harringay, Wood green, Poplar and many other areas that run through the A10, A12, A23 and A41 corridors.
- Other areas situated within the ULEZ extension include Barnes, Motrokela, East Sheen, Chiswick, North Richmond and Kew.
View whether your postcode falls into the ULEZ extension online.
Failure to pay for driving in the ULEZ extension will include a series of fines which are known as penalty charge notices (PCN).
- Initially, you will be fined £180 if you avoid payment, however this can be reduced to £80 if paid within 14 days.
- Further missed payments will lead to a charge certificate which carries a maximum fine of £240.
View further information on ULEZ enforcement and penalties online.
Multiple studies show that, unfortunately, many motorists in London who work or reside in the ULEZ extension can’t afford to drive in it.

A vast amount of cars and vans within the ULEZ extension are not compatible with the zone’s emission standards. It’s important to consider what options you have so that you can avoid potential fines of £1000 per year.

Thankfully, Scrap Local’s award-winning network of vehicle recyclers work hard to provide exceptional scrap car removal services for customers in low emission and clean air zones.

We’ll ensure that you receive a great scrap car price for your vehicle and will handle all of the paperwork for you. Scrap Local offers a hassle-free solution for highly polluting vehicles in the ULEZ extension.

Get a free quote with NO hidden admin fees today!

Martin Handley

Founder & MD of Scrap Local