Oxford - Zero Emission Zone

Published: 10/03/2022

Britain’s first zero emission zone (ZEZ) commenced in Oxford on 28 February 2022 and will operate from 7am - 7pm, all year round. All petrol and diesel vehicles, including hybrids, will incur a daily charge unless subject to an exemption. Zero emission vehicles, such as electric cars, can enter the pilot area free of charge. Launching as a pilot, the streets included in the ZEZ are: New Road, between Bonn Square and its junction with Castle Street; Bonn Square; Queen Street; Cornmarket Street; New Inn Hall Street; Shoe Lane; Market Street, from Cornmarket junction east for 40 metres; Ship Street; and St Michael’s Street.

The ZEZ pilot will allow Oxfordshire County Council and Oxford City Council to gain insights before introducing a larger ZEZ covering most of Oxford city centre next year (2023), subject to further public consultation.

All vehicles in the 'historic' VED class are exempt from charges and do not need to register or take any other action. For further details see https://www.oxford.gov.uk/zez