Commuting to work by private vehicle in Melbourne: trends and policy implications

Abstract

This paper presents empirical analysis of factors influencing work-related travel in and around Melbourne. The analysis used census data in conjunction with data and information from several sources to carry out this analysis. Whilst a variety of factors determine the use of private vehicle in work-related-travel, the paper identifies factors that are specifically important in work-related travel in and around Melbourne in 2006 and their relative significance as drivers of private vehicle use. For this purpose a functional relationship is established between the percentage of workers in a statistical local area (SLA) commuting to employment centres by private vehicle and various determinants such as accessibility to public transport and commuting distances between population centres and employment hubs - particularly the Melbourne CBD. The paper identifies important aspects that could add value when developing policies aimed at reducing private vehicle usage for work-related travel - including focused public infrastructure investment and urban planning in areas that could best enhance the use of sustainable travel modes when commuting to work.

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