Dundee Walking and Cycling Index
Formerly known as Bike Life, this is the UK's biggest ever study of walking, wheeling and cycling.
Exciting projects are being implemented city-wide, to ensure that people from all areas of Dundee can unlock the benefits of active travel and improved public realm.
Every year, walking and cycling in Dundee results in:
328
serious long-term health conditions prevented
£81.5 million
in economic benefit for individuals and the region
4,800 tonnes
of greenhouse gas emissions saved
Up to 32,000
cars taken off the road every day
Claire, car-free family
After always having owned a car, I gave mine up a few years ago. I made this choice mainly for environmental reasons, but I also felt the need to reconnect with my neighbourhood and community. Equally important, I wanted to set an example for my young daughter and show her that it’s possible to travel actively.
Now we use public transport, we walk, and we cycle – it has become our new normal. My daughter finds taking the bus and cycling very exciting, and every trip is an adventure.
We only cycle together on traffic-free routes, as I don’t feel safe enough to take a toddler on roads surrounded by cars. I wish it were less convenient for cars to get around town; I’m sure more people would cycle and take the bus!
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Dundee resident Frances discusses the importance of her powered wheelchair to her mental and physical wellbeing.
Dundee through the years
This is the third time we've collaborated with Dundee City Council to survey active travel in the city. Download our previous reports:
Our methods and data sources
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