Determinant of Active Mobility Behaviour

There are two determinants that are most significant in establishing active mobility identified in the research of the past years. The two determinants are Built Environment and social, economic & psychological aspects of the demographics. 

The Built Environment of the Active Mobility initiative in the city affect the performance of this mode of transport as it relates to how safe and convenient the infrastructures are, for example area with dense and diverse land use are more likely to attract active mobility as the residents can easily do various intentional or accidental errands within their walking and cycling distance from their home. People would considerably opt for walking and cycling if it offers more efficient way to navigate their daily and leisure commutes. 

While the social and economic background of the demographic affect the choice of walking and cycling as different group of people may perceive active mobility differently. For example, the study found that men prefers cycling compares to women that opt for walking for their daily commute. Younger aged population also found to make more trips through cycling and walking compared to older demographic. Low-income neighbourhoods are observed to opt for active mobility modes compare to higher-income neighbourhoods. Cultural background also influence the perception, preference, attitudes and habits of walking and cycling. This understanding of active mobility determinants are critical for city stakeholders to adapt their active mobility strategies to the needs and conditions of their local municipalities. 

Reference

Koszowski, C., Gerike, R., Hubrich, S., Götschi, T., Pohle, M., & Wittwer, R. (2019). Active mobility: bringing together transport planning, urban planning, and public health. In Towards User-Centric Transport in Europe (pp. 149-171). Springer, Cham.

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