Blackfriars Priory School-Year 9 Integrated Studies-Geography-Walkability Assessment
Blackfriars Priory School-Year 9 Integrated Studies-Geography-Walkability Assessment
An assessment of the local Prospect suburb to determine the walkability and suitability of the area for a young family.
Summary
An assessment of the local Prospect suburb to determine the walkability and suitability of the area for a young family.
Description
Along the walk, six main areas were visited to assess the suitability of the area based on the following criteria: footpaths, facilities, crossing the road, traffic, safety and aesthetics.
The six sites visited were:
- St. Helen's Park
- Milner Street
- BP Service Station
-Prospect Primary School
- Coles
- Prospect Oval Area
Along the way, points of interest were noted including potential issues for walkability and other features which enhance the suburb.
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Points of Interest
1. Playground
A playground for kids to play.
2. Public Toilets
A facility for public use.
3. Basketball Courts
A good place behind St. Helens park to play basketball with friends.
4. Memorial Garden
A park/garden. A playground is available, and it also includes art, a stage, bins and a public toilet. A good place to walk your dog.
5. Saint Helen's Park
A good shady place with lots of big trees. It features seating, art and drinking fountains.
6. Road Works
Improving the roads and footpaths.
7. Milner Street
A nice street with big trees. It lacks seating and there are parked cars blocking the path and view.
8. Prospect Oval
An oval for playing sport. Contains facilities such as a bakery and toilets.
9. Dark Alleyway
A dangerous place to be wandering in by yourself.
10. Coles
A good place to purchase everyday items. Also near Prospect Primary School.
11. Prospect Primary School
A co-ed school with a safe road crossing. Includes a playground and an oval.
12. Traffic
Traffic in this area is dangerous, but there is a crossing nearby.
13. BP
The BP Station is a place where you can refill both yourself and your car. Also near Blackfriars Primary School.
Features
Public Transport
Playground
Picnic spot
Drinking water available
Seating available
Public toilets
Art and culture
Park / Garden
