Filtered Neighbourhood's story
Work has begun on Manchester’s first filtered neighbourhood in Levenshulme, illustrated by how Chorlton’s Four Banks could look like with the new cycling plan. Levy’s project aims to create calmer and more sociable streets: an environment where children and residents can walk or cycle within a 10-minute radius of the suburb’s centre.
The scheme seeks to improve crossings, create walk to school initiatives, play streets and secure cycle parking facilities. The idea originated in the community, and other local groups have become involved to make the area an age-friendly community and a safer place for youngsters.
The scheme seeks to improve crossings, create walk to school initiatives, play streets and secure cycle parking facilities. The idea originated in the community, and other local groups have become involved to make the area an age-friendly community and a safer place for youngsters.
What have you learnt that others will find most useful?
- Creates a noticeably more active neighbourhood within around a 10-minute walk radius.
- Safer active journeys to and from school is a compelling benefit.
- Use data on local air pollution and its reduction, as this impact benefits directly everyone who lives and works in the area.
- Reduces car use for short trips and encourages more sustainable and active travel like walking and cycling.
