Park Mark Accreditation What is 'Park Mark' and what does it mean to you? An award given by the police to car parks that achieved the standards of the Safer Parking Scheme. This scheme is designed to reduce crime and the fear of crime in car parks and to create a safer environment for you , the customer. Why should anyone use a 'Park Mark' car park? Because the car park has been assessed by the police and has measures in place that deter criminal activity and create a safer environment for both you as an individual and you vehicle. What do the police check in a typical 'Park Mark' car park? That the facility is properly managed, maintained and has appropriate levels of surveillance, lighting, signage and cleanliness - all of which contribute to reducing the opportunity for crime. Visit www.saferparking.co.uk for a comprehensive list of parking facilities that have been awarded the 'Park Mark'