Concord Park 'All Wheels Park' Survey Results

We asked people what they would want from an 'All Wheels Park' in Concord Park so we can begin to plan and design a facility which best meets the need of the local community.


What do we mean by an 'All Wheels Park'...?

An all wheel park is designed to be be used by variety of (non-motored!) wheeled sports such as bicycles, skateboards, scooters, roller skaters, and inline skaters. The facilities usually take the form of a skatepark, pump track, or combination of both with a variety of jumps, berms, banks, and features which create an active, inclusive and fun environment for wheeled sports user of all ages, all genders and abilities (for example images see below).

What did people say?

Overview

The survey was conducted between July & September 2023 - it was disseminated through local networks and groups, on site posters and handouts, and on social media. The survey received 116 responses. The full survey report can be found here

Key Findings

Wheeled Sport Participation:

  • 61% of respondents currently participate in a wheeled sport.

  • Most popular sports:

  • Mountain Biking (36)

  • Scootering (27)

  • BMX (13)

  • Skateboarding (10)

People want to try:

  • Scootering (32)

  • Mountain Biking (30)

  • Roller Skating (27)

  • Skateboarding (25)

  • BMX (22)

Current Skill Levels:

  • Beginners: 51%

  • Intermediate: 38%

  • Advanced: 11%

Design Preferences

Type of Facility:

  • 66% prefer a combination park (skatepark, pump track, skate plaza).

  • Smaller groups preferred dedicated skateparks or pump tracks.

Features Wanted:

  • Clearly separated skill-level zones (73)

  • Learn-to-ride areas (63)

  • Circular pump tracks (26)

  • Bowls, rails, flat banks, manual pads, rollers, berms all had interest.

Amenities Desired:

  • Seating (83)

  • Play equipment (74)

  • Litter bins (60)

  • Lighting for both the park and surrounding areas (28 + 47)

  • Planting and natural surveillance also rated highly.

Community Impact

  • 84% said an All Wheels Park would encourage them to visit Concord Park more often, stay longer, and benefit their health/wellbeing.

Comments Summary

Positive Themes:

  • Strong support for facilities for older children and teens.

  • Many feel this will reduce screen time and promote physical activity.

  • Desire for inclusivity (accessible areas for disabled users and toddlers).

  • Comparisons made to better-equipped parks like Millhouses and Hillsborough.

Concerns Raised:

  • Risk of anti-social behaviour (especially from motorbike/e-scooter misuse).

  • Maintenance and safety worries.

  • Fear of over-concreting green space.

  • Some feel investment would be better used on basic park improvements (e.g., toilets, playground repairs, drainage).

Demographics

  • Sex: 70.5% Female, 28.6% Male

  • Age: Broad range, with the highest response rate from ages 25–44.

  • Disability: 19 respondents identified as disabled.

  • Ethnicity:

  • Predominantly White British (94%)

  • Small numbers from Asian and Black backgrounds.


Next Steps:

The survey results will help inform the development and design of an all wheels park. The preferences of respondents will be used to prioritise the features of the facility and guide what's able to be constructed on site with the available project budget.


Hillsborough All Wheels Park - Pump Track

Hillsborough All Wheels Park - Learn 2 Ride Area

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