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Walk My Street

How walkable is your street? Let's find out!

This check-up tool will help you to see what your streets already have in place and whether there are any improvements that will help the walkability. 

Complete the Walk My Street Check-up below

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Walk My Street check-up

Pedestrian Access

I have a sealed footpath on my street
My footpath is wide enough for 2-3 people
The footpath is well-maintained
My footpath is connected to other paths and continues to where I need to go
There is a ramp (kerb ramp or pram ramp) at the end of the footpath, or where I need to go, and a connecting ramp on the other side
The footpath is shaded and cool in summer and protects me from sun exposure and heat
I have a place where I can cross the road easily and safely without fear
There is a mid-block crossing, a zebra or raised priority crossing to get me safely across the street

Walking Environment

The vehicles in my street are slow enough that I feel safe walking
The noise quality and air quality in my street is good
There is a seat for me to rest when I need
There is lighting over paths to walk at night or during winter time
There are windows looking out over the street, in case I need help
There is a local shop, business or community place to walk to
There is a nice verge or gardens on my walk
There is a park or green space to walk to easily
There is a water fountain or a toilet nearby, or in the park or green space
I feel safe when I walk
My street makes me want to walk more often, and invite friends

Transport

There is a bus, train, ferry, tram or other public transport within walking distance to take me where I need to go
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*Queensland Walks describes walking  to include walking, running, jogging, rolling and strolling with the help of a mobility device or support (electric or non-electric wheelchair, white cane, with a guide dog or walking frame).