Relationship between Urban Form, Socio-Economic, and Demographic With Journey to Work by Train in Sydney, Australia
Abstract: This study examines
journey to work by train in Sydney and the relationship with urban form,
socio-economic and demographic variables by using multiple regression model.
Train modal share between area located close to and away from a rail station is
compared by using analysis of variance. Results of analyses indicate that the proportion
using train between area close to and away from rail station is significantly
different. Several urban form variables are related to the proportion using
train for work trips. However, when socio-economic factors are included in the
analysis, car ownership is the main determinant for the proportion using train
whilst urban form variable such as density does not have a significant
influence. Although urban form variables are not the most important predictor
for rail modal share, urban form does influence the proportion using train in
different parts of the metropolitan region. The findings support the use of
urban form policies to reduce the dependence on car. A variety of non-urban
form factors that affect mode choice are also identified.
Author: Putu Alit Suthanaya
Journal Code: jptsipilgg100007
