Glasgow Walking and Cycling Index

Formerly known as Bike Life, this is the UK's biggest ever study of walking, wheeling and cycling.

With significant progress made developing walking, wheeling and cycling infrastructure, Glasgow residents are starting to see the opportunities and power from connected journeys across the city.

Every year, walking and cycling in Glasgow results in:

1,403

serious long-term health conditions prevented

£453.8 million

in economic benefit for individuals and the region

24,000 tonnes

of greenhouse gas emissions saved

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Up to 140,000

cars taken off the road every day

Man cycling/holding bike (cycle hire scheme). Cycle parking

Sekou, bike share user

After seeing loads of people on bikes in Glasgow, I rented a bike through the city hire scheme and gave it a go. It was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made! I eat and sleep better, my mental health has improved, and I feel more relaxed.

Cycling has become my main mode of transport. It is cost-effective and I love the freedom it gives me.

When it’s too windy or rainy, I walk instead. It’s been an amazing change in my life, everyone should give it a try!

Glasgow Walking and Cycling Index report front cover

Download the Glasgow Walking and Cycling Index

See Glasgow's vision for walking, wheeling and cycling.

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This report is also available in a text-only format.

We meet an organisation that is cutting emissions as well as helping ease the pressure of the cost of living crisis in Glasgow.

   
Glasgow through the years

This is the third time we've collaborated with Glasgow Council to survey active travel in the city.

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