An analysis of active transport in Melbourne: baseline activity for assessment of low carbon mobility interventions
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2019
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Taylor, M.
Thompson, S.
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Urban Policy and Research, 2019; 37(1):62-81
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Editorial Board, Urban Policy and Research This paper analyses current active transport usage in a car-dependent metropolis using household travel survey data. A major conclusion emerges: most people and households did not undertake any reportable active transport usage, despite increasing policy support, education and promotion encouraging uptake. Less than a quarter of the population recorded travel on foot and just over 2% by bicycle, although there are differences by gender and age. There are important implications for policy development and urban design interventions aimed at encouraging greater use of the active modes. This research shows we still have some way to go to achieve the levels of active transport uptake necessary for the creation of environmentally sustainable and healthy communities.
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Data source: Figures and data, https://doi.org/10.1080/08111146.2018.1437031
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Copyright 2018 Editorial Board, Urban Policy and Research
Access Condition Notes: Accepted manuscript available after 1 October 2019