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Newcastle & Gateshead CAZ Checker

Tyneside Clean Air Zone (Class C)

The Tyneside CAZ covers Newcastle city centre and the main routes across the Tyne bridges into Gateshead. Class C — private cars are exempt. £12.50 per day for non-compliant taxis and LGVs, £50 per day for HGVs and buses.

Launched

Launched 30 January 2023

Coverage

Newcastle city centre and most central routes across the Tyne into Gateshead.

Standards

Euro 4 petrol · Euro 6 diesel

Vans / LGVs

£12.50 / day

HGVs / Coaches

£50 / day

/ FAQ

Newcastle & Gateshead CAZ questions

Are cars charged in the Tyneside CAZ?+

No. The Newcastle and Gateshead CAZ is Class C, so private cars and motorbikes never pay.

Which bridges are inside the CAZ?+

The Tyne Bridge, Swing Bridge, High Level Bridge and Redheugh Bridge are all inside the zone. The Gateshead Millennium Bridge (pedestrian only) is not relevant.

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