Scotland Records 46% Increase in Bike Journeys

Recent traffic surveys conducted by Cycling Scotland reveal a significant increase in cycling in Scotland, particularly on Glasgow's South City Way and Edinburgh's City Centre West to East Link (CCWEL). In September 2024, the South City Way saw a 46% increase in bike journeys, with 1,718 more cyclists compared to the previous year, while the CCWEL recorded an 83% increase in January 2025, adding 1,000 cyclists. Notably, the South City Way achieved a cycling modal share of 15%, the highest for an urban street in Scotland. The growing popularity of these routes has also positively influenced cycling on nearby streets, with Nithsdale Road seeing a 45% increase in bike usage. These developments indicate a rising trend in cycling as a mode of transport in urban areas, reflecting broader changes in travel behavior across Scotland. Local authorities are encouraged to continue investing in cycling infrastructure to sustain this momentum.