Station Facilities
In February and March 2012 a secure, swipe-card accessible cycle park for 50 cycles was built on Platform 1 replacing the previous set of bike racks and shelters. This follows Norbiton's identification as London's 9th worst station for bicycle thefts in Transport for London's Cycle Security Plan.
During August 2009 the platforms were fenced with high steel railings prior to the installation of ticket barriers. During 2011 the single-width 'off-peak' gated exit from platform 2 was doubled in width in order to cope with the large numbers of passengers leaving the station when the barriers are not operational.
There is a 38 space car park and space for 5 vehicles reserved for South West Trains staff.
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