Why being close to a cycle network can boost house prices

By Erez Yerushalmi, Associate Professor in Economics, Birmingham City University
David Hearne, Lecturer in Industrial Economics, University of Birmingham

In the Danish capital Copenhagen, cycling is more than just a mode of transport; it’s a cornerstone of urban life. Residents cycle an average of 1.4km daily, with four in ten using bikes to commute to work and a third relying on cycling to reach leisure facilities or shopping.

As Copenhagen is demonstrating, this is made possible by well-planned infrastructure that fosters interconnected communities, reduces pollution and promotes wellbeing.

Cycling infrastructure…

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