We use a range of tools to measure how our places are operating. Using observations and evidence we identify pathways, partners and enhancements to deliver improvements and positive change.

In collaboration with PlaceScore we surveyed our main centres.  The Community Insights Report provides a benchmark and a basis for tracking trends and change in our centres over time. We use the results as one tool in determining how we can improve our local centres.

We monitor our places to track change, and also to evaluate our placemaking initiatives. 

We utilise quantitative measures – such as pedestrian and vehicular counts, demographic data, business and vacancy data and public domain audits – to baseline and track public spaces.  Qualitative measures, such as stakeholder feedback and targeted engagement projects such as My Place: Northern Beaches are useful for indicating how our high streets are operating.