Pedestrian Pound report: third edition launched

The Pedestrian Pound makes the economic case for investing in better streets for walking and wheeling

Charity Living Streets has launched the third edition of its Pedestrian Pound report. The Pedestrian Pound makes the economic case for investing in better streets for walking and wheeling.  The report shows the correlation between walkable places and thriving businesses, using several case studies to illustrate what works in practice.

Living Streets’ report centres on three key themes that highlight the transformative power of walkable environments: economy, community and health. The research shows that people who walk or wheel to do their shopping spend more money and pedestrianised high streets see bigger sales.

Originally published in 2013 and updated in 2018, the latest edition (2024) broadens the evidence base for improved walking environments to include the benefits of happier and healthier people, stronger communities and a more resilient environment.

The research is brought to life with case studies from England, Scotland and Wales, along with international examples.

Download a short summary of the findings from this link or get a copy of the report via this link.

The project was completed with support from Paths for All, Rees Jeffreys Road Fund, Foundation for Integrated Transport and carried out by Transport for Quality of Life.