I love launderettes, when I was a student I spent every other Sunday reading a book as my clothes tumbled around. Open late (last wash at 7pm) and with plenty of machines and driers this is a useful thing to have with the hospital and UWE students nearby. Usually pretty busy all day, there is plenty of parking along the Parade and down the side roads if you are driving, and a bus stop right outside if you aren't. Plus there is a newsagents next door if you forgot to bring a book. As with anywhere, its up to you if you leave clothes unguarded. Here I would say its moderately safe. read more