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 spaces.

Every year, walking, wheeling and cycling in Dundee results in:

393

serious long-term health conditions prevented

£127.7 million

in economic benefit for individuals and the region

5,700 tonnes

of greenhouse gas emissions saved

Up to 37,000

cars taken off the road every day

Louise

I’ve always loved walking and used to walk 7 miles to and from work each day. Now, as I recover from cancer, I manage about 3 days a week but hope to build back up to 5. There's something amazing about getting out early in the morning and watching the city come to life. 

I take my students on weekly walks to the local park. They enjoy seeing the wildlife and playing there, especially since we don’t have a playing field at school. We cross two busy roads but the pedestrian crossings make us feel safe. 

Walking has made such a positive impact on my well-being and I’m excited to walk more as I recover.

Cyclists enjoying Quietways 1 route through south east London

Our methods and data sources

Find out more

  • Walk Wheel Cycle Trust's Walking and Cycling Index

    Walk Wheel Cycle Trust's Walking and Cycling Index (formerly Bike Life) is the UK and Ireland's biggest ever study of walking, wheeling and cycling in urban areas. Download the report now.

    The Walking and Cycling Index
  • Man in wheelchair on shared use path

    Walking for everyone: A guide to making walking and wheeling accessible, inclusive and desirable

    We've teamed up with Living Streets and ARUP to create a guide to support people in local government, the transport sector and spatial planning, make walking and wheeling for everyone.
    Walking for everyone
  • Lady smiling as she rides her trike through an archway

    Cycling for everyone

    We've teamed up with Arup to create a guide to support people in local government and the transport sector to make cycling a more inclusive activity for everyone.
    Inclusive cycling in cities and towns