Exploring walkability patterns in diverse urban landscapes: A comprehensive spatial geographic analysis of a megacity in Thailand

Multimodal Transportation Pub Date : 2025-03-26 DOI:10.1016/j.multra.2025.100226

Pawinee Iamtrakul , Sararad Chayphong , Varameth Vichiensan , Paramet Luathep , Nuwong Chollacoop , Atsushi Fukuda , Tuenjai Fukuda

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Urbanization, urban sprawl, and the increasing population contribute to challenges in density and diversity within each metropolitan area, creating the need to find sustainable solutions for urban transport. This study investigates the correlation between the urban context and walkability, specifically in Bangkok, Thailand. A spatial geographic approach was employed for urban typology analysis, utilizing multivariate clustering, including walkability assessment through a geographic information system and urban and mobility indices. The findings of the urban context analysis revealed five distinct forms: rural, rural town, suburban, urban, and urban core, each characterized by varying levels of walking abilities. The findings contribute to understanding the nature of activities characteristic of both urban environments and mobility in terms of spatial environmental conditions present in each urban context. Urban and transport planners should explore strategies that align with the specific environmental context of each area to promote walking effectively.

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Multimodal Transportation

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