Tower Hamlets Walking and Cycling Index
Formerly known as Bike Life, this is the UK's biggest ever study of walking, wheeling and cycling.
Transport is the biggest contributor towards climate change emissions in Tower Hamlets. To meet the borough's commitment to becoming net zero by 2045 or sooner it has pledged that 90% of journeys should be sustainable by 2041.
Every year, walking and cycling in Tower Hamlets results in:
413
serious long-term health conditions prevented
£160.5 million
in economic benefit for individuals and the region
9,300 tonnes
of greenhouse gas emissions saved
Up to 52,000
cars taken off the road every day
Sahra
I began cycling in 2021 when I came across the amazing Chrisp Street Community Cycle Hub. I was introduced to the hub by a friend, who told me about the free training lessons available.
I signed myself up, and started to learn to ride in a nearby park. But I cycle all over the place and it feels great!
The roads are not always easy but I can cycle to pick up my children.
I have told more friends about the opportunity to cycle, and I also won a bike in a raffle.
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See Tower Hamlets' vision for walking, wheeling and cycling.
Tower Hamlets through the years
This is the third time we've assessed active travel in Tower Hamlets. Download the previous reports:
Our methods and data sources
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