Living in a walkable neighbourhood has many benefits. Yes, it is nice to own a vehicle for longer trips. But, walkable neighbourhoods tend to be livelier and more enjoyable. You get to see friendly faces around your neighbourhood and you have shops ands restaurants in walkable distance to get everything you need.
Here are 5 more benefits of living in a walkable neighbourhood.
Develop Healthier Habits
Walking offers many benefits to your physical and mental well-being. It is also important to get some physical activity throughout the day. If you struggle to find time to be active, a walkable neighbourhood can be an incentive for you to get out and get moving. It is also less of a hassle to walk to your local grocery store for a few items then it is to drive, find parking, and deal with traffic.
Save Money
With gas prices rising, it can be challenging to fill your car with gas at least once a week. If you have any car repairs or payments, they become costly as well. When you can walk to your destination, you are saving money. You may even find that you don’t use your car as frequently when running errands.
Create A Cleaner Environment
Cars, as you may know, contribute heavily to greenhouse gas emissions. When you have an opportunity to walk somewhere, you are contributing to a cleaner environment. Although you won’t be able to get rid of greenhouse emissions by walking, and people will still use vehicles, you are taking a step in the right direction.
Form Social Ties
Walkable neighbourhoods tend to be interactive. You may find that when you are out running errands that you meet some friendly faces. You can grow you social ties within your neighbourhood in doing so. And, why wouldn’t you want a walking buddy.
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