Place Standard Tool Survey 2023

Alloa First, CTSI and Clackmannanshire Council carried out a Place Standard Tool Survey in 2018. We are committed to continuing to improve Alloa Town Centre and the surrounding area. Five years on from this initial survey, we are keen to gather feedback again from the community to help guide and inform future actions.

We need your help to ensure we know what needs done to make Alloa a more pleasant and enjoyable place to live, work, shop and visit.

Please choose a number below each question to share your opinion.

1 = there is a lot of room for improvement.
7 = there is very little room for improvement

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* 1. Moving around

Can I easily walk and cycle around using good-quality routes?
e.g. - does the new crossing at King Street give better access to the cycleway and the opening up of the TSB lane to the town centre?

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* 2. Public Transport

Does public transport meet my needs?
e.g. Is public transport an issue -  buses; train times suit; do you use the new ebike stations?

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* 3. Traffic and parking

Do traffic and parking arrangements allow people to move around safely and meet the community's needs?
e.g. Did you like the High Street and Candleriggs being closed during lockdown; do you like having free parking in the town centre?

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* 4. Streets and spaces

Do buildings, streets and public spaces create an attractive place that is easy to get around?
e.g. is there an improvement to the streets - painting of bollards, welcome to Alloa banners, the opening up of the TSB lane and new mural.

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* 5. Natural space

Can I regularly experience good-quality natural space?
e.g. do you think there are more pleasant outdoor spaces in the town centre?

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* 6. Play and recreation

Can I access a range of spaces with opportunities for play and recreation?
e.g. do you enjoy easy access to parks like Wimpy Park and West End Park and like the new seating area on Bank Street.

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* 7. Facilities and amenities

Do facilities and amenities meet my needs?
e.g. do you think the opening of the Alloa Hub which provides a toilet for the public is a bonus to the town and wider Clackmannanshire. Do you use the Speirs Centre?

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* 8. Work and local economy

Is there an active local economy and the opportunity to access good-quality work?

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* 9. Housing and community

Do the homes in my area support the needs of the community?
e.g. do you think the new housing for older people on Primrose Street is an addition to the town centre - should there be more?

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* 10. Social contact

Is there a range of spaces and opportunities to meet people?
e.g. the new Dementia Centre on Mill Street, Give a Dog a Bone for older people on Mar Street, the Wellness sessions in the Speirs Centre and new events at the Alloa Hub.

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* 11. Identity and belonging

Does this place have a positive identity and do I feel I belong?
e.g. do you like the Local Heroes banners and the new Clackmannanshire Tapestry - are they helping generate pride in Alloa and Clackmannanshire?

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* 12. Feeling safe

Do I feel safe here?
e.g. there are now 18 new CCTV cameras paid for by Alloa First in the town centre - does that make you feel safer; the TSB passageway has been opened up for improved safety.

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* 13. Care and maintenance

Are buildings and spaces well cared for?
e.g. do you feel the floral displays, painting of the bollards and litter control done by Alloa In Bloom is helping the town centre?

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* 14. Influence and sense of control

Do I feel able to take part in decisions and help change things for the better?
e.g. do you feel you have a voice as a local business, third sector organisation or resident through the community council?

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* 15. If you have any further comments, please use the space provided below or contact Anthea Coulter to arrange a 1:1 chat on 01259 213 840 or anthea.coulter@ctsi.org.uk

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