Clean Air Zones (CAZ) are spreading across UK cities. Here is the complete map.
Active CAZ Cities (2026)
| City | Type | Daily Charge | Compliance |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | ULEZ (all boroughs) | £12.50 | Euro 6 diesel, Euro 4 petrol |
| Birmingham | CAZ D (city centre) | £8 | Euro 6 diesel, Euro 4 petrol |
| Bristol | CAZ D (central) | £9 | Euro 6 diesel, Euro 4 petrol |
| Bath | CAZ C (city centre) | £9 | Euro 6 diesel, Euro 4 petrol |
| Portsmouth | CAZ B (port area) | £10 | Euro 6 diesel |
| Bradford | CAZ C (city) | £7 | Euro 6 diesel, Euro 4 petrol |
| Sheffield | CAZ C (city centre) | £10 | Euro 6 diesel, Euro 4 petrol |
| Newcastle | CAZ C (city centre) | £7 | Euro 6 diesel, Euro 4 petrol |
Upcoming
- Manchester — Greater Manchester CAZ been delayed multiple times. Expected 2027.
- Aberdeen — Low Emission Zone active from June 2025.
- Edinburgh — LEZ active. £0 for now (enforcement starts October 2026).
- Glasgow — LEZ active. £0 for now (enforcement started 2024).
Checking Compliance
Use the Gov.uk CAZ checker. Enter your registration number. It tells you exactly which zones your van is compliant in.
Avoiding Charges
- Park outside the zone and use Park & Ride
- Check zone boundaries on Google Maps (search "Clean Air Zone" + city name)
- Register for Auto Pay in London to avoid penalty fines
- Know your Euro rating before you travel
