Walking Insight
This page explores the patterns, behaviours, and impact of walking across our region, combining local data with national walking insights to paint a comprehensive picture of how our communities move on foot and telling us where the gaps are.
Did you know?
51% of people in Notts, not in work aren’t walking.
Below is the Notts walking data from 2023, showing patterns and behaviour in pre-selected demographics in Notts which is helping to inform our work.
The data above is pointing to lower then expected walking participation among people in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire with 36% of people never walking and half of the people in Notts walking infrequently (once or twice a week):
- Younger adults (16-34)
- People in lower socio-economic groups (People struggling financially))
- People with limiting illnesses/health conditions/disabilities
- Black and Asian communities (66% and 46% inactive respectively)
- Students and unemployed people