Cycling in Hounslow

Cycle Parking

For many residents, the lack of secure and easily accessible bike storage can be a barrier towards using their bike on a regular basis. It is for this reason that Hounslow Council has set up a scheme to offer residents of the borough the possibility of having a Bikehangar installed. 

Designed and manufactured by Cyclehoop, the Bikehangar offers a secure solution to long-term cycle parking and an effective way to protect bikes from tough weather conditions and vandalism. This product stores six bikes within half the space of a car parking bay, making it ideal for areas where outdoor cycle storage space is necessary. For example in areas with a high density of flats or terraced houses.

Hounslow Council finance the cost of installation through our annual funding allocated to cycle parking from Transport for London. The allocation and management of spaces within the Bikehangar is managed by our contractor, Cyclehoop. There are 6 spaces per hangar and each space costs £72 per year to rent, plus a refundable deposit for a key, payable to Cyclehoop.

We’re also interested to hear about other locations where new on street cycle parking could be added, to help residents safely secure a bike while visiting local shops and other amenities. Suggestions should be sent to traffic@hounslow.gov.uk

How to apply

In order to apply for a new Bikehangar location we ask residents to email traffic@hounslow.gov.uk. Initially we request that residents demonstrate support for the Bikehangar on their street amongst a group of residents. We’ll then assess the best location for the Bikehangar, draw up a plan and consult locally to gauge feedback. Due to the budget available new Bikehangar locations will be priroitised based on demand and local access to existing bike storage space.