Measuring Walkability with GIS—Methods Overview and New Approach Proposal

A new approach for measuring walkability, combining density maps of urban functions with pedestrian infrastructure data, reveals that Kraków's Main Square exhibits the highest walkability, while peripheral industrial and residential areas score lowest. This method, implemented using open-source GIS tools, calculates a synthetic indicator by interpolating point and polygon data to assess access to public transport, green spaces, attractions, and services. The findings underscore significant disparities in urban accessibility within the city, offering insights for sustainable urban planning.

Telega, A., Telega, I., & Bieda, A. (2021). Measuring Walkability with GIS—Methods Overview and New Approach Proposal. Sustainability, 13(4), 1883. https://doi.org/10.3390/su13041883