Alan Durning of Sightline Institute recently wrote…
Compact, walkable communities are the solution to some of our biggest shared challenges, from childhood obesity to social isolation, from crash deaths to disappearing farmland, from the high price of gas to the architectural blight of strip development.
But the main reason to love walkable neighborhoods is their human energy: they’re fun, lively, memorable… not boring. They’re the kinds of places where you might bump into a long-lost friend; stumble across creative inspiration, whether for a song or a new business; or meet the love of your life. Which is why walkable communities are becoming the most sought-after.
I’d revise his ending to read – Walkable communities mean 7 year old’s walk to the library, 70 years old’s can walk to a park bench, and 27 year old’s can walk home from a bar – of course, 70 years old’s can walk home from a bar, too.
Let me introduce you to Walk Score. The company’s mission is to help you find a walkable place to live by calculating a Walk Score for any address.
What is the community of Woodstock’s Walk Score?
How It Works
Walk Score is a number between 0 and 100 that measures the walkability of any address.
| Walk Score | Description |
|---|---|
| 90–100 | Walkers’ Paradise — Daily errands do not require a car. |
| 70–89 | Very Walkable — Most errands can be accomplished on foot. |
| 50–69 | Somewhat Walkable — Some amenities within walking distance. |
| 25–49 | Car-Dependent — A few amenities within walking distance. |
| 0–24 | Car-Dependent — You can walk from your house to your car. |
As an added feature for those looking to live in or around Woodstock, GA, we’ve added Walk Score to every listing from the local MLS. Check it out by searching for homes at our Live Here page.
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