Main Findings from the
Parish Plan Questionnaire
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For analysis of the Young People's Questionnaire (thanks to Groundwork South West Durham) click here
The
following statements present the main findings from the questionnaire in order
of appearance in the questionnaire.
The
three most attractive features are floral displays, the refurbished market place
and the recreational areas.
Litter,
derelict areas and dog fouling spoil Wolsingham’s appearance.
Top
suggestions for improvement are:-
1
eradicate dog fouling
2
improve derelict land
3
litter collection
4
clean up the river area
5
improve shopping
85%
of respondents do not do most of their shopping in Wolsingham
Those
who do cite the convenient location and quality of products
Those
who don’t go to local supermarkets, are deterred by high prices and lack of
choice and find parking a problem
Car
parking and traffic calming along with litter are major areas of concern.
Of
the health services available, only the dental provision is thought inadequate.
Car
ownership is very high – only 18% of respondents are without
a car.
Main
parking problems are in the market place and for several people outside their
own homes.
Few
people are regular bus users; there is general satisfaction with local services
but strong support for a local town shuttle service.
A
lot of people (69%) supported the re-opening of the railway.
Vast
majority wanted more police foot patrols but
believe Wolsingham is a safe place to live; road safety esp in the market place
is a concern and speeding is a widespread concern. Security lighting in the
central area, more off street parking and support for Neighbourhood watch
feature strongly.
There
is little support for expansion of housing provision but if there is, affordable
housing, rented accommodation and bungalows are the priorities.
On
recreation, play areas for the very young are deemed Ok but less so for older
children; only 21% think there are too many halls for local activities. If there
were to be one major centre, the majority want it in a central location – only
13% think the recreation field is appropriate. Support for the re-opening of the
baths, for a sports centre and a youth club is strong.
There
is a very high level of satisfaction with educational provision, but with some
concerns about what is available to adult learners.
Few
people want to set up their own business. 65% believe that there are
insufficient work and training opportunities within easy travelling distance.
87%
support tourism in the parish; better parking, a tourist centre and a tidier
town would help to attract people; the main attraction at present appear to be
the walks, the recreation field and the countryside itself.
67%
wish to keep closed churchyard maintenance at its current level.
For analysis of the Young People's Questionnaire (thanks to Groundwork South West Durham) click here