Human Settlements
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Transport - State & Pressures
Condition indicator:
Mode of transport to work
The ‘mode of transport’ indicator shows the trends in commuting vehicle
usage, public transport patronage and cycling within the City. Increasing use
of cars indicates the level of community dependency on vehicles for transport
rather than other commuting methods such as public transport or cycling. The
increase in the number of cars on the road results in significant increases in
air pollution and health impacts associated with vehicle traffic, as well as
being a significant source of greenhouse gas emissions.
Figure 12: Method of travel to work in the City of Port Adelaide Enfield - 2006
(Source: ABS 2006)
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A high proportion (76%) of employed residents within the City drive to
work.
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8% of commuters travel as passengers, indicating the large majority of
vehicles are carrying only one person.
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12% of commuters use public transport, ride or walk to work.
