Palmerston Road temporary road closure: summary of positive impact

Summary

• All groups of respondents felt that the road closure made for a safer walking route through Palmerston road; businesses (89%), residents (88%), visitors (89%)
• Other positives for businesses were that the closure allowed for increased dining space (89%) and increased the number of people visiting the area (78%)
• Residents reported a better sense of community (79%) and reduced levels of vehicles in the area (72%), whilst visitors felt the area had a better atmosphere (92%)

This chart shows the positive impact of the road closure on businesses. The most positive outcome of the road closure for businesses was that it made for a safer walking and cycling route (89%).

Base: Reporting a positive impact (9*) | *Caution small base

This chart shows the positive impact the road closure had on residents. The most popular positive impact of the road closure were that having the road closed made for a safer walking route (88%).

Base: Reporting a positive impact (296)

This chart shows the positive impact the road closure had on visitors. The most popular positive impact was that the road closure made the area a more pleasant place to visit (92%)

Base: Reporting a positive impact (880)