Long Ashton Village

Adult Questionnaire Responses (1257 total so far)

1.0: Green Belt
1.01: I would like Long Ashton to remain administratively separate from Bristol
	yes	1202	98.7%
	no	16	1.3%
	answered by 1218 people, 96.9% of respondents
1.02: Long Ashton should keep the Green Belt around the village.
	strongly agree	1125	90.9%
	agree	105	8.5%
	disagree	6	0.5%
	strongly disagree	1	0.1%
	answered by 1237 people, 98.4% of respondents
2.0: Traffic Impact
2.01: Is the speed of traffic passing through the village a concern to you?
	yes	980	80.5%
	no	237	19.5%
	answered by 1217 people, 96.8% of respondents
2.02: Please tick all that apply : I am / we are
	parent of child under 18	369	29.4%
	driver	1068	85.0%
2.03: Traffic calming on the main routes is a good idea
	strongly agree	478	39.0%
	agree	421	34.4%
	disagree	212	17.3%
	strongly disagree	114	9.3%
	answered by 1225 people, 97.5% of respondents
2.04: Speed cameras should be erected on Weston Rd / Long Ashton Rd
	strongly agree	274	22.5%
	agree	309	25.4%
	disagree	395	32.5%
	strongly disagree	239	19.6%
	answered by 1217 people, 96.8% of respondents
2.05: Radar controlled speed warning signs should be erected on Weston Rd / Long Ashton Rd
	strongly agree	496	41.1%
	agree	481	39.9%
	disagree	153	12.7%
	strongly disagree	76	6.3%
	answered by 1206 people, 95.9% of respondents
2.06: Would you join the existing traffic speed action group?
	yes	125	11.0%
	no	1015	89.0%
	answered by 1140 people, 90.7% of respondents
2.07: Entry should be prohibited at the bottom of Glebe Road and the top of Providence Lane during the morning rush hour
	strongly agree	191	17.5%
	agree	296	27.1%
	disagree	452	41.4%
	strongly disagree	152	13.9%
	answered by 1091 people, 86.8% of respondents
2.08: Traffic noise from the bypass is a problem
	strongly agree	66	5.7%
	agree	178	15.3%
	disagree	775	66.6%
	strongly disagree	144	12.4%
	answered by 1163 people, 92.5% of respondents
2.09: I live at (please tick all that apply)
	Ashton Court end	297	23.6%
	Central	359	28.6%
	Nailsea end	268	21.3%
	South of Weston Road	339	27.0%
	North of Weston Road	313	24.9%
3.0: Transport
3.01: Have you heard about North Somerset's lift sharing scheme?
	yes	542	46.7%
	no	618	53.3%
	answered by 1160 people, 92.3% of respondents
3.02: I would join a lift sharing scheme if one existed to my area of employment/study/etc (e.g. Centre, Filton)
	strongly agree	50	5.3%
	agree	244	26.1%
	disagree	520	55.6%
	strongly disagree	122	13.0%
	answered by 936 people, 74.5% of respondents
3.03: I would support the use of local funding to establish a minibus service operating within the village, linking housing areas with shops, doctors and dentists.
	strongly agree	175	15.0%
	agree	598	51.4%
	disagree	340	29.2%
	strongly disagree	50	4.3%
	answered by 1163 people, 92.5% of respondents
3.04: Iwould use a village minibus service if it existed.
	strongly agree	98	8.7%
	agree	348	30.7%
	disagree	560	49.5%
	strongly disagree	126	11.1%
	answered by 1132 people, 90.1% of respondents
3.05: I would be prepared to join a voluntary lift scheme to help those villagers with transport difficulties to attend key appointments, etc.
	strongly agree	24	2.3%
	agree	246	23.7%
	disagree	669	64.4%
	strongly disagree	100	9.6%
	answered by 1039 people, 82.7% of respondents
3.06: I would use the Park & Ride more if it was open much later than current times
	strongly agree	148	13.5%
	agree	388	35.5%
	disagree	480	43.9%
	strongly disagree	78	7.1%
	answered by 1094 people, 87.0% of respondents
3.07: The cost of bus travel is a key factor in preventing me from using bus services from Long Ashton (example of fares: Bristol: £2.50 single and £3.50 return after 9am).
	strongly agree	340	32.7%
	agree	245	23.6%
	disagree	381	36.6%
	strongly disagree	74	7.1%
	answered by 1040 people, 82.7% of respondents
3.08: I would compromise on the quality of bus service (frequency, number of changes) in order to reduce prices.
	strongly agree	73	6.8%
	agree	220	20.4%
	disagree	571	53.0%
	strongly disagree	213	19.8%
	answered by 1077 people, 85.7% of respondents
3.09: Better information on bus times (clear timetables, real time screens displaying the time until the arrival of the next bus) would encourage me to use the bus.
	strongly agree	280	24.5%
	agree	545	47.7%
	disagree	275	24.1%
	strongly disagree	42	3.7%
	answered by 1142 people, 90.9% of respondents
3.10: Better waiting areas/shelters would encourage me to use the bus service.
	strongly agree	149	13.4%
	agree	443	39.8%
	disagree	473	42.5%
	strongly disagree	47	4.2%
	answered by 1112 people, 88.5% of respondents
3.11: Lower bus fares for children would encourage me to use and/or allow my unaccompanied children to use the bus.
	strongly agree	177	20.2%
	agree	287	32.7%
	disagree	346	39.5%
	strongly disagree	67	7.6%
	answered by 877 people, 69.8% of respondents
3.12: I would use a bicycle in preference to the car if there were cycle lanes on the main routes.
	strongly agree	214	20.7%
	agree	267	25.8%
	disagree	424	41.0%
	strongly disagree	130	12.6%
	answered by 1035 people, 82.3% of respondents
3.13: The cycle lanes in the village should be better signed.
	strongly agree	257	23.8%
	agree	619	57.3%
	disagree	180	16.7%
	strongly disagree	25	2.3%
	answered by 1081 people, 86.0% of respondents
4.0: Community Centre, Keedwell Hill
4.01: The Community Centre and sports pitches there are important to the village.
	yes	1180	98.3%
	no	20	1.7%
	answered by 1200 people, 95.5% of respondents
4.02: The facilities available through the Community Centre are well publicised.
	strongly agree	56	4.8%
	agree	649	55.7%
	disagree	422	36.2%
	strongly disagree	38	3.3%
	answered by 1165 people, 92.7% of respondents
4.03: The facilities of the Community Centre are an attractive option for private events.
	strongly agree	78	6.9%
	agree	746	66.4%
	disagree	267	23.8%
	strongly disagree	33	2.9%
	answered by 1124 people, 89.4% of respondents
4.04: Employing a salaried Community Centre manager to get the most out of the Community Centre would be an advantage for the village.
	strongly agree	113	10.2%
	agree	659	59.3%
	disagree	310	27.9%
	strongly disagree	29	2.6%
	answered by 1111 people, 88.4% of respondents
5.0: Communication & Community Spirit
5.01: Has the Mercury been delivered to you during the last 3 months/
	yes	908	74.3%
	no	314	25.7%
	answered by 1222 people, 97.2% of respondents
5.02: I feel well informed about events in the village.
	strongly agree	102	8.5%
	agree	795	65.9%
	disagree	281	23.3%
	strongly disagree	28	2.3%
	answered by 1206 people, 95.9% of respondents
5.03: The Village Newsletter is interesting and well presented.
	strongly agree	211	17.5%
	agree	905	74.9%
	disagree	83	6.9%
	strongly disagree	9	0.7%
	answered by 1208 people, 96.1% of respondents
5.04: The Parish Council website is interesting and well presented
	don't know	789	72.5%
	strongly agree	28	2.6%
	agree	225	20.7%
	disagree	40	3.7%
	strongly disagree	6	0.6%
	answered by 1088 people, 86.6% of respondents
5.05: There are enough notice boards in my part of the village
	strongly agree	68	5.8%
	agree	727	62.2%
	disagree	329	28.1%
	strongly disagree	45	3.8%
	answered by 1169 people, 93.0% of respondents
5.06: It would be worth spending more to improve communication.
	strongly agree	55	4.9%
	agree	537	47.4%
	disagree	517	45.6%
	strongly disagree	24	2.1%
	answered by 1133 people, 90.1% of respondents
5.07: Regular village lunches
	strongly agree	32	2.8%
	agree	338	29.8%
	disagree	658	58.0%
	strongly disagree	106	9.3%
	answered by 1134 people, 90.2% of respondents
5.08: A social committee to arrange events including welcoming events
	strongly agree	55	4.8%
	agree	708	61.9%
	disagree	327	28.6%
	strongly disagree	53	4.6%
	answered by 1143 people, 90.9% of respondents
5.09: An employed Community Worker
	strongly agree	51	4.6%
	agree	418	37.5%
	disagree	535	47.9%
	strongly disagree	112	10.0%
	answered by 1116 people, 88.8% of respondents
6.0: Older People, Health & Social Care
6.01: Clubs and activities for older people in the community are adequate.
	don't know	660	55.6%
	strongly agree	25	2.1%
	agree	333	28.1%
	disagree	145	12.2%
	strongly disagree	23	1.9%
	answered by 1186 people, 94.4% of respondents
6.02: Services for people disabled or permanently sick are adequate.
	don't know	776	66.2%
	strongly agree	17	1.5%
	agree	142	12.1%
	disagree	201	17.2%
	strongly disagree	36	3.1%
	answered by 1172 people, 93.2% of respondents
6.03: It would be beneficial if there was a public garden as a seating area.
	strongly agree	201	17.4%
	agree	754	65.5%
	disagree	177	15.4%
	strongly disagree	20	1.7%
	answered by 1152 people, 91.6% of respondents
6.04: There is enough suitable accommodation in the village for people with limited mobility.
	don't know	798	69.0%
	strongly agree	8	0.7%
	agree	101	8.7%
	disagree	198	17.1%
	strongly disagree	51	4.4%
	answered by 1156 people, 92.0% of respondents
6.05: Health services in the village are satisfactory
	strongly agree	92	7.9%
	agree	704	60.4%
	disagree	279	23.9%
	strongly disagree	91	7.8%
	answered by 1166 people, 92.8% of respondents
6.06: I would prefer to use hospital services in Bristol rather than Weston/Clevedon
	strongly agree	407	34.7%
	agree	569	48.5%
	disagree	165	14.1%
	strongly disagree	32	2.7%
	answered by 1173 people, 93.3% of respondents
6.07: Transport for people who are housebound is not adequate.
	don't know	807	69.1%
	strongly agree	89	7.6%
	agree	231	19.8%
	disagree	33	2.8%
	strongly disagree	8	0.7%
	answered by 1168 people, 92.9% of respondents
6.08: There should be more built-up kerbs at bustops.
	strongly agree	128	11.8%
	agree	703	64.9%
	disagree	230	21.2%
	strongly disagree	22	2.0%
	answered by 1083 people, 86.2% of respondents
6.09: Have you or anyone in your family experienced any problems in affording to buy or rent a home in Long Ashton?
	yes	290	25.2%
	no	862	74.8%
	answered by 1152 people, 91.6% of respondents
6.10: Have any of your family or friends moved away from Long Ashton because they couldn't afford to buy or rent a home here?
	yes	293	25.8%
	no	841	74.2%
	answered by 1134 people, 90.2% of respondents
6.11: Tick all that apply
	over 65	421	33.5%
	carer	71	5.6%
	long term illness/disability	143	11.4%
7.0: Environment
7.01: The Council roadside recycling scheme should be extended to include plastic
	yes	1148	94.6%
	no	66	5.4%
	answered by 1214 people, 96.6% of respondents
7.02: There should be additional spending to improve the central village area - around the shops, village hall and Keedwell Church
	strongly agree	405	34.5%
	agree	572	48.7%
	disagree	183	15.6%
	strongly disagree	14	1.2%
	answered by 1174 people, 93.4% of respondents
7.03: More should be done to discourage dog fouling in the village
	strongly agree	561	46.4%
	agree	505	41.8%
	disagree	136	11.3%
	strongly disagree	6	0.5%
	answered by 1208 people, 96.1% of respondents
7.04: There should be more double yellow lines to prevent inconsiderate parking
	strongly agree	475	39.6%
	agree	379	31.6%
	disagree	292	24.3%
	strongly disagree	54	4.5%
	answered by 1200 people, 95.5% of respondents
7.05: The expansion of Bristol Airport is good for the area
	strongly agree	123	10.4%
	agree	485	41.1%
	disagree	375	31.8%
	strongly disagree	196	16.6%
	answered by 1179 people, 93.8% of respondents
7.06: There should be less litter
	strongly agree	491	40.7%
	agree	630	52.2%
	disagree	83	6.9%
	strongly disagree	3	0.2%
	answered by 1207 people, 96.0% of respondents
7.07: There should be a strictly enforced parking regime
	strongly agree	338	28.4%
	agree	443	37.3%
	disagree	356	29.9%
	strongly disagree	52	4.4%
	answered by 1189 people, 94.6% of respondents
7.08: There should be more planting (flowers or shrubs)
	strongly agree	301	25.4%
	agree	682	57.5%
	disagree	189	15.9%
	strongly disagree	15	1.3%
	answered by 1187 people, 94.4% of respondents
7.09: There should be better lighting at the Co-op car park
	strongly agree	424	36.3%
	agree	610	52.2%
	disagree	121	10.4%
	strongly disagree	13	1.1%
	answered by 1168 people, 92.9% of respondents
8.0: Safe Walking Routes
8.01: I would walk more if the roads and pavements were made safer for pedestrians
	strongly agree	270	23.6%
	agree	431	37.7%
	disagree	404	35.4%
	strongly disagree	37	3.2%
	answered by 1142 people, 90.9% of respondents
8.02: Pavements should be widened, provided roads did not become too narrow for 2 cars to pass
	strongly agree	283	24.5%
	agree	462	40.0%
	disagree	349	30.2%
	strongly disagree	61	5.3%
	answered by 1155 people, 91.9% of respondents
8.03: There should be additional pedestrian crossings over the main road
	strongly agree	294	24.8%
	agree	531	44.8%
	disagree	324	27.4%
	strongly disagree	35	3.0%
	answered by 1184 people, 94.2% of respondents
8.04: Walking should be encouraged along the public footpaths in the village by better surfacing, signs and accessibility
	strongly agree	340	29.1%
	agree	677	58.0%
	disagree	129	11.0%
	strongly disagree	22	1.9%
	answered by 1168 people, 92.9% of respondents
8.05: Overhanging hedges are a nuisance when I am walking in the village
	strongly agree	391	33.2%
	agree	458	38.9%
	disagree	293	24.9%
	strongly disagree	34	2.9%
	answered by 1176 people, 93.6% of respondents
9.0: Economy
9.01: Would you use a web-based business directory to find out about local businesses?
	yes	578	51.2%
	no	552	48.8%
	answered by 1130 people, 89.9% of respondents
9.02: It is important that there is a Post Office in Long Ashton
	strongly agree	1044	85.1%
	agree	167	13.6%
	disagree	13	1.1%
	strongly disagree	3	0.2%
	answered by 1227 people, 97.6% of respondents
9.03: There should be more jobs in the village to reduce traffic
	strongly agree	305	27.2%
	agree	492	43.9%
	disagree	283	25.2%
	strongly disagree	41	3.7%
	answered by 1121 people, 89.2% of respondents
9.04: Existing businesses and shops should be retained
	strongly agree	705	57.9%
	agree	495	40.7%
	disagree	16	1.3%
	strongly disagree	1	0.1%
	answered by 1217 people, 96.8% of respondents
9.05: There should be more sites for businesses and shops
	strongly agree	293	25.3%
	agree	527	45.4%
	disagree	291	25.1%
	strongly disagree	49	4.2%
	answered by 1160 people, 92.3% of respondents
9.06: It would be worth spending more on local businesses to encourage them
	strongly agree	301	26.3%
	agree	656	57.3%
	disagree	161	14.1%
	strongly disagree	27	2.4%
	answered by 1145 people, 91.1% of respondents
9.07: There should be more accommodation for visitors in the village, e.g. bed and breakfast / hotel / self catering
	strongly agree	170	15.1%
	agree	471	41.7%
	disagree	408	36.1%
	strongly disagree	80	7.1%
	answered by 1129 people, 89.8% of respondents
9.08: Do you work from home (full or part time)?
	yes	203	17.6%
	no	953	82.4%
	answered by 1156 people, 92.0% of respondents
9.09: Meeting other people who work from home in Long Ashton
	yes	71	20.2%
	no	280	79.8%
	answered by 351 people, 27.9% of respondents
9.10: Being part of a business forum to consider issues which affect local businesses
	yes	77	20.6%
	no	296	79.4%
	answered by 373 people, 29.7% of respondents
9.11: Taking part in a showcase of Long Ashton businesses to publicise your work
	yes	57	15.5%
	no	311	84.5%
	answered by 368 people, 29.3% of respondents
10.0: Nuisance Behaviour
10.01: Are you part of a Neighbourhood Watch Scheme?
	yes	353	29.8%
	no	830	70.2%
	answered by 1183 people, 94.1% of respondents
10.02: I sometimes feel unsafe around the shopping area and Recreation Ground due to anti-social behaviour
	strongly agree	255	22.0%
	agree	510	44.0%
	disagree	355	30.7%
	strongly disagree	38	3.3%
	answered by 1158 people, 92.1% of respondents
10.03: Do you know there is a weekly surgery in the Guide Hut on Weston Road?
	yes	344	28.6%
	no	858	71.4%
	answered by 1202 people, 95.6% of respondents
10.04: The police service in the village is satisfactory
	strongly agree	15	1.4%
	agree	331	30.5%
	disagree	532	48.9%
	strongly disagree	209	19.2%
	answered by 1087 people, 86.5% of respondents
10.05: A park warden/security guard should be stationed at trouble spots
	strongly agree	208	18.3%
	agree	618	54.3%
	disagree	274	24.1%
	strongly disagree	39	3.4%
	answered by 1139 people, 90.6% of respondents
11.0: Sport and Leisure
11.01: A skate park
	strongly agree	118	10.4%
	agree	592	52.3%
	disagree	298	26.3%
	strongly disagree	124	11.0%
	answered by 1132 people, 90.1% of respondents
11.02: Indoor climbing wall
	strongly agree	174	15.5%
	agree	720	64.0%
	disagree	189	16.8%
	strongly disagree	42	3.7%
	answered by 1125 people, 89.5% of respondents
11.03: Junior football pitch
	strongly agree	258	22.5%
	agree	815	71.0%
	disagree	50	4.4%
	strongly disagree	25	2.2%
	answered by 1148 people, 91.3% of respondents
11.04: Junior motorcycling area away from streets and houses
	strongly agree	101	8.8%
	agree	338	29.5%
	disagree	405	35.4%
	strongly disagree	301	26.3%
	answered by 1145 people, 91.1% of respondents
11.05: Table tennis club
	strongly agree	179	15.6%
	agree	879	76.8%
	disagree	74	6.5%
	strongly disagree	12	1.0%
	answered by 1144 people, 91.0% of respondents
11.06: Subsidised community education classes particularly for retired people
	strongly agree	267	23.2%
	agree	747	64.8%
	disagree	119	10.3%
	strongly disagree	20	1.7%
	answered by 1153 people, 91.7% of respondents
11.07: Exercise and Movement Club for the over 60s
	strongly agree	218	19.4%
	agree	810	72.3%
	disagree	84	7.5%
	strongly disagree	9	0.8%
	answered by 1121 people, 89.2% of respondents
11.08: A cafe in the centre of the village
	strongly agree	354	30.8%
	agree	630	54.7%
	disagree	145	12.6%
	strongly disagree	22	1.9%
	answered by 1151 people, 91.6% of respondents
11.09: A Farmers' market in the village
	strongly agree	477	40.9%
	agree	544	46.7%
	disagree	129	11.1%
	strongly disagree	16	1.4%
	answered by 1166 people, 92.8% of respondents
11.10: A "one-stop shop" resource centre in the village to obtain advice about Council services and training
	strongly agree	156	14.0%
	agree	610	54.9%
	disagree	309	27.8%
	strongly disagree	37	3.3%
	answered by 1112 people, 88.5% of respondents
11.11: A boules pitch
	strongly agree	67	6.4%
	agree	456	43.7%
	disagree	408	39.1%
	strongly disagree	113	10.8%
	answered by 1044 people, 83.1% of respondents
11.12: A seating area
	strongly agree	180	16.4%
	agree	718	65.5%
	disagree	172	15.7%
	strongly disagree	26	2.4%
	answered by 1096 people, 87.2% of respondents
11.13: An additional overflow football pitch
	strongly agree	131	12.1%
	agree	616	57.0%
	disagree	257	23.8%
	strongly disagree	76	7.0%
	answered by 1080 people, 85.9% of respondents
11.14: Allotments
	strongly agree	174	15.9%
	agree	485	44.4%
	disagree	346	31.7%
	strongly disagree	88	8.1%
	answered by 1093 people, 87.0% of respondents
11.15: A dog walking area
	strongly agree	141	12.9%
	agree	377	34.4%
	disagree	381	34.8%
	strongly disagree	197	18.0%
	answered by 1096 people, 87.2% of respondents
11.16: A level area for Fun Days and other village events
	strongly agree	206	18.5%
	agree	752	67.4%
	disagree	126	11.3%
	strongly disagree	32	2.9%
	answered by 1116 people, 88.8% of respondents
11.17: A BMX bike track
	strongly agree	76	7.0%
	agree	402	37.2%
	disagree	393	36.4%
	strongly disagree	209	19.4%
	answered by 1080 people, 85.9% of respondents
11.18: Opening the Youth Club more than twice a week
	strongly agree	293	25.6%
	agree	740	64.7%
	disagree	103	9.0%
	strongly disagree	7	0.6%
	answered by 1143 people, 90.9% of respondents
11.19: More organised activities for teenages eg sports coaching
	strongly agree	408	34.8%
	agree	735	62.7%
	disagree	26	2.2%
	strongly disagree	3	0.3%
	answered by 1172 people, 93.2% of respondents
11.20: An equipped playground towards the Bristol end of the village
	strongly agree	242	21.2%
	agree	603	52.9%
	disagree	236	20.7%
	strongly disagree	59	5.2%
	answered by 1140 people, 90.7% of respondents
11.21: Holiday activity schemes
	strongly agree	271	24.2%
	agree	737	65.8%
	disagree	97	8.7%
	strongly disagree	15	1.3%
	answered by 1120 people, 89.1% of respondents
11.22: A purpose built Youth Centre
	strongly agree	250	22.3%
	agree	615	54.8%
	disagree	225	20.1%
	strongly disagree	32	2.9%
	answered by 1122 people, 89.3% of respondents
11.23: A new Scout Hut
	strongly agree	239	21.8%
	agree	612	55.9%
	disagree	215	19.6%
	strongly disagree	29	2.6%
	answered by 1095 people, 87.1% of respondents
11.24: Have you or any child of yours used Backwell Swimming Pool in the last year
	yes	375	32.4%
	no	782	67.6%
	answered by 1157 people, 92.0% of respondents
11.25: Would you use a new swimming pool located in Nailsea or Backwell?
	yes	660	57.0%
	no	497	43.0%
	answered by 1157 people, 92.0% of respondents

upcoming events

Green Drinks - Old Barn, Wraxall

Connect with Others: Connect with God - Hebron Church, Providence Lane, Long Ashton

Quiz Night - British Legion, Weston Road, Long Ashton

17 Oct 10 - 17 Oct 10
Village Cafe 12 noon

Long Ashton Village Walk - Little Tipple, Weston Road, Long Ashton

22 Nov 09 - 22 Nov 09
Inter-Street Quiz Night - Community Centre BS41 9DP

01 Nov 09 - 02 Nov 09
University land Public Consultation - British Legion, Weston Road

31 Oct 09 - 01 Nov 09
University land Public Consultation - University land Public Consultation

30 Oct 09 - 31 Oct 09
University land Public Consultation - British Legion, Weston Road

17 Oct 09 - 17 Oct 09
Village Cafe - Jubilee Pavilion, Keedwell Hill, Long Ashton

21 Oct 09 - 21 Oct 09
LAILA - Village Hall, Keedwell Hill, Long Ashton

15 Oct 09 - 15 Oct 09
Hidden Wildlife of Slimbridge - British Legion, Weston Road, Long Ashton

10 Oct 09 - 10 Oct 09
Hebron Church 75th Anniversary - open day - Hebron Church, Providence Lane

24 Oct 09 - 24 Oct 09
film: The Age of Stupid - British Legion

13 Oct 09 - 13 Oct 09
Transition - Group It group | Apple Evening - Jubilee Pavilion, Keedwell Hill, Long Ashton

07 Oct 09 - 07 Oct 09
Westleaze WI - Church House, Long Ashton BS41 9LE

08 Oct 09 - 08 Oct 09
Failand Tea Dance - Failand Village Hall

01 Oct 09 - 01 Oct 09
Failand Drama Circle Open Evening - Failand Hall, Oxhouse Lane, Failand

03 Oct 09 - 03 Oct 09
Harvest Supper - Church House BS41 9LE

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1.0: Green Belt
1.01: I would like Long Ashton to remain administratively separate from Bristol
	yes	1202	98.7%
	no	16	1.3%
	answered by 1218 people, 96.9% of respondents
1.02: Long Ashton should keep the Green Belt around the village.
	strongly agree	1125	90.9%
	agree	105	8.5%
	disagree	6	0.5%
	strongly disagree	1	0.1%
	answered by 1237 people, 98.4% of respondents
2.0: Traffic Impact
2.01: Is the speed of traffic passing through the village a concern to you?
	yes	980	80.5%
	no	237	19.5%
	answered by 1217 people, 96.8% of respondents
2.02: Please tick all that apply : I am / we are
	parent of child under 18	369	29.4%
	driver	1068	85.0%
2.03: Traffic calming on the main routes is a good idea
	strongly agree	478	39.0%
	agree	421	34.4%
	disagree	212	17.3%
	strongly disagree	114	9.3%
	answered by 1225 people, 97.5% of respondents
2.04: Speed cameras should be erected on Weston Rd / Long Ashton Rd
	strongly agree	274	22.5%
	agree	309	25.4%
	disagree	395	32.5%
	strongly disagree	239	19.6%
	answered by 1217 people, 96.8% of respondents
2.05: Radar controlled speed warning signs should be erected on Weston Rd / Long Ashton Rd
	strongly agree	496	41.1%
	agree	481	39.9%
	disagree	153	12.7%
	strongly disagree	76	6.3%
	answered by 1206 people, 95.9% of respondents
2.06: Would you join the existing traffic speed action group?
	yes	125	11.0%
	no	1015	89.0%
	answered by 1140 people, 90.7% of respondents
2.07: Entry should be prohibited at the bottom of Glebe Road and the top of Providence Lane during the morning rush hour
	strongly agree	191	17.5%
	agree	296	27.1%
	disagree	452	41.4%
	strongly disagree	152	13.9%
	answered by 1091 people, 86.8% of respondents
2.08: Traffic noise from the bypass is a problem
	strongly agree	66	5.7%
	agree	178	15.3%
	disagree	775	66.6%
	strongly disagree	144	12.4%
	answered by 1163 people, 92.5% of respondents
2.09: I live at (please tick all that apply)
	Ashton Court end	297	23.6%
	Central	359	28.6%
	Nailsea end	268	21.3%
	South of Weston Road	339	27.0%
	North of Weston Road	313	24.9%
3.0: Transport
3.01: Have you heard about North Somerset's lift sharing scheme?
	yes	542	46.7%
	no	618	53.3%
	answered by 1160 people, 92.3% of respondents
3.02: I would join a lift sharing scheme if one existed to my area of employment/study/etc (e.g. Centre, Filton)
	strongly agree	50	5.3%
	agree	244	26.1%
	disagree	520	55.6%
	strongly disagree	122	13.0%
	answered by 936 people, 74.5% of respondents
3.03: I would support the use of local funding to establish a minibus service operating within the village, linking housing areas with shops, doctors and dentists.
	strongly agree	175	15.0%
	agree	598	51.4%
	disagree	340	29.2%
	strongly disagree	50	4.3%
	answered by 1163 people, 92.5% of respondents
3.04: Iwould use a village minibus service if it existed.
	strongly agree	98	8.7%
	agree	348	30.7%
	disagree	560	49.5%
	strongly disagree	126	11.1%
	answered by 1132 people, 90.1% of respondents
3.05: I would be prepared to join a voluntary lift scheme to help those villagers with transport difficulties to attend key appointments, etc.
	strongly agree	24	2.3%
	agree	246	23.7%
	disagree	669	64.4%
	strongly disagree	100	9.6%
	answered by 1039 people, 82.7% of respondents
3.06: I would use the Park & Ride more if it was open much later than current times
	strongly agree	148	13.5%
	agree	388	35.5%
	disagree	480	43.9%
	strongly disagree	78	7.1%
	answered by 1094 people, 87.0% of respondents
3.07: The cost of bus travel is a key factor in preventing me from using bus services from Long Ashton (example of fares: Bristol: £2.50 single and £3.50 return after 9am).
	strongly agree	340	32.7%
	agree	245	23.6%
	disagree	381	36.6%
	strongly disagree	74	7.1%
	answered by 1040 people, 82.7% of respondents
3.08: I would compromise on the quality of bus service (frequency, number of changes) in order to reduce prices.
	strongly agree	73	6.8%
	agree	220	20.4%
	disagree	571	53.0%
	strongly disagree	213	19.8%
	answered by 1077 people, 85.7% of respondents
3.09: Better information on bus times (clear timetables, real time screens displaying the time until the arrival of the next bus) would encourage me to use the bus.
	strongly agree	280	24.5%
	agree	545	47.7%
	disagree	275	24.1%
	strongly disagree	42	3.7%
	answered by 1142 people, 90.9% of respondents
3.10: Better waiting areas/shelters would encourage me to use the bus service.
	strongly agree	149	13.4%
	agree	443	39.8%
	disagree	473	42.5%
	strongly disagree	47	4.2%
	answered by 1112 people, 88.5% of respondents
3.11: Lower bus fares for children would encourage me to use and/or allow my unaccompanied children to use the bus.
	strongly agree	177	20.2%
	agree	287	32.7%
	disagree	346	39.5%
	strongly disagree	67	7.6%
	answered by 877 people, 69.8% of respondents
3.12: I would use a bicycle in preference to the car if there were cycle lanes on the main routes.
	strongly agree	214	20.7%
	agree	267	25.8%
	disagree	424	41.0%
	strongly disagree	130	12.6%
	answered by 1035 people, 82.3% of respondents
3.13: The cycle lanes in the village should be better signed.
	strongly agree	257	23.8%
	agree	619	57.3%
	disagree	180	16.7%
	strongly disagree	25	2.3%
	answered by 1081 people, 86.0% of respondents
4.0: Community Centre, Keedwell Hill
4.01: The Community Centre and sports pitches there are important to the village.
	yes	1180	98.3%
	no	20	1.7%
	answered by 1200 people, 95.5% of respondents
4.02: The facilities available through the Community Centre are well publicised.
	strongly agree	56	4.8%
	agree	649	55.7%
	disagree	422	36.2%
	strongly disagree	38	3.3%
	answered by 1165 people, 92.7% of respondents
4.03: The facilities of the Community Centre are an attractive option for private events.
	strongly agree	78	6.9%
	agree	746	66.4%
	disagree	267	23.8%
	strongly disagree	33	2.9%
	answered by 1124 people, 89.4% of respondents
4.04: Employing a salaried Community Centre manager to get the most out of the Community Centre would be an advantage for the village.
	strongly agree	113	10.2%
	agree	659	59.3%
	disagree	310	27.9%
	strongly disagree	29	2.6%
	answered by 1111 people, 88.4% of respondents
5.0: Communication & Community Spirit
5.01: Has the Mercury been delivered to you during the last 3 months/
	yes	908	74.3%
	no	314	25.7%
	answered by 1222 people, 97.2% of respondents
5.02: I feel well informed about events in the village.
	strongly agree	102	8.5%
	agree	795	65.9%
	disagree	281	23.3%
	strongly disagree	28	2.3%
	answered by 1206 people, 95.9% of respondents
5.03: The Village Newsletter is interesting and well presented.
	strongly agree	211	17.5%
	agree	905	74.9%
	disagree	83	6.9%
	strongly disagree	9	0.7%
	answered by 1208 people, 96.1% of respondents
5.04: The Parish Council website is interesting and well presented
	don't know	789	72.5%
	strongly agree	28	2.6%
	agree	225	20.7%
	disagree	40	3.7%
	strongly disagree	6	0.6%
	answered by 1088 people, 86.6% of respondents
5.05: There are enough notice boards in my part of the village
	strongly agree	68	5.8%
	agree	727	62.2%
	disagree	329	28.1%
	strongly disagree	45	3.8%
	answered by 1169 people, 93.0% of respondents
5.06: It would be worth spending more to improve communication.
	strongly agree	55	4.9%
	agree	537	47.4%
	disagree	517	45.6%
	strongly disagree	24	2.1%
	answered by 1133 people, 90.1% of respondents
5.07: Regular village lunches
	strongly agree	32	2.8%
	agree	338	29.8%
	disagree	658	58.0%
	strongly disagree	106	9.3%
	answered by 1134 people, 90.2% of respondents
5.08: A social committee to arrange events including welcoming events
	strongly agree	55	4.8%
	agree	708	61.9%
	disagree	327	28.6%
	strongly disagree	53	4.6%
	answered by 1143 people, 90.9% of respondents
5.09: An employed Community Worker
	strongly agree	51	4.6%
	agree	418	37.5%
	disagree	535	47.9%
	strongly disagree	112	10.0%
	answered by 1116 people, 88.8% of respondents
6.0: Older People, Health & Social Care
6.01: Clubs and activities for older people in the community are adequate.
	don't know	660	55.6%
	strongly agree	25	2.1%
	agree	333	28.1%
	disagree	145	12.2%
	strongly disagree	23	1.9%
	answered by 1186 people, 94.4% of respondents
6.02: Services for people disabled or permanently sick are adequate.
	don't know	776	66.2%
	strongly agree	17	1.5%
	agree	142	12.1%
	disagree	201	17.2%
	strongly disagree	36	3.1%
	answered by 1172 people, 93.2% of respondents
6.03: It would be beneficial if there was a public garden as a seating area.
	strongly agree	201	17.4%
	agree	754	65.5%
	disagree	177	15.4%
	strongly disagree	20	1.7%
	answered by 1152 people, 91.6% of respondents
6.04: There is enough suitable accommodation in the village for people with limited mobility.
	don't know	798	69.0%
	strongly agree	8	0.7%
	agree	101	8.7%
	disagree	198	17.1%
	strongly disagree	51	4.4%
	answered by 1156 people, 92.0% of respondents
6.05: Health services in the village are satisfactory
	strongly agree	92	7.9%
	agree	704	60.4%
	disagree	279	23.9%
	strongly disagree	91	7.8%
	answered by 1166 people, 92.8% of respondents
6.06: I would prefer to use hospital services in Bristol rather than Weston/Clevedon
	strongly agree	407	34.7%
	agree	569	48.5%
	disagree	165	14.1%
	strongly disagree	32	2.7%
	answered by 1173 people, 93.3% of respondents
6.07: Transport for people who are housebound is not adequate.
	don't know	807	69.1%
	strongly agree	89	7.6%
	agree	231	19.8%
	disagree	33	2.8%
	strongly disagree	8	0.7%
	answered by 1168 people, 92.9% of respondents
6.08: There should be more built-up kerbs at bustops.
	strongly agree	128	11.8%
	agree	703	64.9%
	disagree	230	21.2%
	strongly disagree	22	2.0%
	answered by 1083 people, 86.2% of respondents
6.09: Have you or anyone in your family experienced any problems in affording to buy or rent a home in Long Ashton?
	yes	290	25.2%
	no	862	74.8%
	answered by 1152 people, 91.6% of respondents
6.10: Have any of your family or friends moved away from Long Ashton because they couldn't afford to buy or rent a home here?
	yes	293	25.8%
	no	841	74.2%
	answered by 1134 people, 90.2% of respondents
6.11: Tick all that apply
	over 65	421	33.5%
	carer	71	5.6%
	long term illness/disability	143	11.4%
7.0: Environment
7.01: The Council roadside recycling scheme should be extended to include plastic
	yes	1148	94.6%
	no	66	5.4%
	answered by 1214 people, 96.6% of respondents
7.02: There should be additional spending to improve the central village area - around the shops, village hall and Keedwell Church
	strongly agree	405	34.5%
	agree	572	48.7%
	disagree	183	15.6%
	strongly disagree	14	1.2%
	answered by 1174 people, 93.4% of respondents
7.03: More should be done to discourage dog fouling in the village
	strongly agree	561	46.4%
	agree	505	41.8%
	disagree	136	11.3%
	strongly disagree	6	0.5%
	answered by 1208 people, 96.1% of respondents
7.04: There should be more double yellow lines to prevent inconsiderate parking
	strongly agree	475	39.6%
	agree	379	31.6%
	disagree	292	24.3%
	strongly disagree	54	4.5%
	answered by 1200 people, 95.5% of respondents
7.05: The expansion of Bristol Airport is good for the area
	strongly agree	123	10.4%
	agree	485	41.1%
	disagree	375	31.8%
	strongly disagree	196	16.6%
	answered by 1179 people, 93.8% of respondents
7.06: There should be less litter
	strongly agree	491	40.7%
	agree	630	52.2%
	disagree	83	6.9%
	strongly disagree	3	0.2%
	answered by 1207 people, 96.0% of respondents
7.07: There should be a strictly enforced parking regime
	strongly agree	338	28.4%
	agree	443	37.3%
	disagree	356	29.9%
	strongly disagree	52	4.4%
	answered by 1189 people, 94.6% of respondents
7.08: There should be more planting (flowers or shrubs)
	strongly agree	301	25.4%
	agree	682	57.5%
	disagree	189	15.9%
	strongly disagree	15	1.3%
	answered by 1187 people, 94.4% of respondents
7.09: There should be better lighting at the Co-op car park
	strongly agree	424	36.3%
	agree	610	52.2%
	disagree	121	10.4%
	strongly disagree	13	1.1%
	answered by 1168 people, 92.9% of respondents
8.0: Safe Walking Routes
8.01: I would walk more if the roads and pavements were made safer for pedestrians
	strongly agree	270	23.6%
	agree	431	37.7%
	disagree	404	35.4%
	strongly disagree	37	3.2%
	answered by 1142 people, 90.9% of respondents
8.02: Pavements should be widened, provided roads did not become too narrow for 2 cars to pass
	strongly agree	283	24.5%
	agree	462	40.0%
	disagree	349	30.2%
	strongly disagree	61	5.3%
	answered by 1155 people, 91.9% of respondents
8.03: There should be additional pedestrian crossings over the main road
	strongly agree	294	24.8%
	agree	531	44.8%
	disagree	324	27.4%
	strongly disagree	35	3.0%
	answered by 1184 people, 94.2% of respondents
8.04: Walking should be encouraged along the public footpaths in the village by better surfacing, signs and accessibility
	strongly agree	340	29.1%
	agree	677	58.0%
	disagree	129	11.0%
	strongly disagree	22	1.9%
	answered by 1168 people, 92.9% of respondents
8.05: Overhanging hedges are a nuisance when I am walking in the village
	strongly agree	391	33.2%
	agree	458	38.9%
	disagree	293	24.9%
	strongly disagree	34	2.9%
	answered by 1176 people, 93.6% of respondents
9.0: Economy
9.01: Would you use a web-based business directory to find out about local businesses?
	yes	578	51.2%
	no	552	48.8%
	answered by 1130 people, 89.9% of respondents
9.02: It is important that there is a Post Office in Long Ashton
	strongly agree	1044	85.1%
	agree	167	13.6%
	disagree	13	1.1%
	strongly disagree	3	0.2%
	answered by 1227 people, 97.6% of respondents
9.03: There should be more jobs in the village to reduce traffic
	strongly agree	305	27.2%
	agree	492	43.9%
	disagree	283	25.2%
	strongly disagree	41	3.7%
	answered by 1121 people, 89.2% of respondents
9.04: Existing businesses and shops should be retained
	strongly agree	705	57.9%
	agree	495	40.7%
	disagree	16	1.3%
	strongly disagree	1	0.1%
	answered by 1217 people, 96.8% of respondents
9.05: There should be more sites for businesses and shops
	strongly agree	293	25.3%
	agree	527	45.4%
	disagree	291	25.1%
	strongly disagree	49	4.2%
	answered by 1160 people, 92.3% of respondents
9.06: It would be worth spending more on local businesses to encourage them
	strongly agree	301	26.3%
	agree	656	57.3%
	disagree	161	14.1%
	strongly disagree	27	2.4%
	answered by 1145 people, 91.1% of respondents
9.07: There should be more accommodation for visitors in the village, e.g. bed and breakfast / hotel / self catering
	strongly agree	170	15.1%
	agree	471	41.7%
	disagree	408	36.1%
	strongly disagree	80	7.1%
	answered by 1129 people, 89.8% of respondents
9.08: Do you work from home (full or part time)?
	yes	203	17.6%
	no	953	82.4%
	answered by 1156 people, 92.0% of respondents
9.09: Meeting other people who work from home in Long Ashton
	yes	71	20.2%
	no	280	79.8%
	answered by 351 people, 27.9% of respondents
9.10: Being part of a business forum to consider issues which affect local businesses
	yes	77	20.6%
	no	296	79.4%
	answered by 373 people, 29.7% of respondents
9.11: Taking part in a showcase of Long Ashton businesses to publicise your work
	yes	57	15.5%
	no	311	84.5%
	answered by 368 people, 29.3% of respondents
10.0: Nuisance Behaviour
10.01: Are you part of a Neighbourhood Watch Scheme?
	yes	353	29.8%
	no	830	70.2%
	answered by 1183 people, 94.1% of respondents
10.02: I sometimes feel unsafe around the shopping area and Recreation Ground due to anti-social behaviour
	strongly agree	255	22.0%
	agree	510	44.0%
	disagree	355	30.7%
	strongly disagree	38	3.3%
	answered by 1158 people, 92.1% of respondents
10.03: Do you know there is a weekly surgery in the Guide Hut on Weston Road?
	yes	344	28.6%
	no	858	71.4%
	answered by 1202 people, 95.6% of respondents
10.04: The police service in the village is satisfactory
	strongly agree	15	1.4%
	agree	331	30.5%
	disagree	532	48.9%
	strongly disagree	209	19.2%
	answered by 1087 people, 86.5% of respondents
10.05: A park warden/security guard should be stationed at trouble spots
	strongly agree	208	18.3%
	agree	618	54.3%
	disagree	274	24.1%
	strongly disagree	39	3.4%
	answered by 1139 people, 90.6% of respondents
11.0: Sport and Leisure
11.01: A skate park
	strongly agree	118	10.4%
	agree	592	52.3%
	disagree	298	26.3%
	strongly disagree	124	11.0%
	answered by 1132 people, 90.1% of respondents
11.02: Indoor climbing wall
	strongly agree	174	15.5%
	agree	720	64.0%
	disagree	189	16.8%
	strongly disagree	42	3.7%
	answered by 1125 people, 89.5% of respondents
11.03: Junior football pitch
	strongly agree	258	22.5%
	agree	815	71.0%
	disagree	50	4.4%
	strongly disagree	25	2.2%
	answered by 1148 people, 91.3% of respondents
11.04: Junior motorcycling area away from streets and houses
	strongly agree	101	8.8%
	agree	338	29.5%
	disagree	405	35.4%
	strongly disagree	301	26.3%
	answered by 1145 people, 91.1% of respondents
11.05: Table tennis club
	strongly agree	179	15.6%
	agree	879	76.8%
	disagree	74	6.5%
	strongly disagree	12	1.0%
	answered by 1144 people, 91.0% of respondents
11.06: Subsidised community education classes particularly for retired people
	strongly agree	267	23.2%
	agree	747	64.8%
	disagree	119	10.3%
	strongly disagree	20	1.7%
	answered by 1153 people, 91.7% of respondents
11.07: Exercise and Movement Club for the over 60s
	strongly agree	218	19.4%
	agree	810	72.3%
	disagree	84	7.5%
	strongly disagree	9	0.8%
	answered by 1121 people, 89.2% of respondents
11.08: A cafe in the centre of the village
	strongly agree	354	30.8%
	agree	630	54.7%
	disagree	145	12.6%
	strongly disagree	22	1.9%
	answered by 1151 people, 91.6% of respondents
11.09: A Farmers' market in the village
	strongly agree	477	40.9%
	agree	544	46.7%
	disagree	129	11.1%
	strongly disagree	16	1.4%
	answered by 1166 people, 92.8% of respondents
11.10: A "one-stop shop" resource centre in the village to obtain advice about Council services and training
	strongly agree	156	14.0%
	agree	610	54.9%
	disagree	309	27.8%
	strongly disagree	37	3.3%
	answered by 1112 people, 88.5% of respondents
11.11: A boules pitch
	strongly agree	67	6.4%
	agree	456	43.7%
	disagree	408	39.1%
	strongly disagree	113	10.8%
	answered by 1044 people, 83.1% of respondents
11.12: A seating area
	strongly agree	180	16.4%
	agree	718	65.5%
	disagree	172	15.7%
	strongly disagree	26	2.4%
	answered by 1096 people, 87.2% of respondents
11.13: An additional overflow football pitch
	strongly agree	131	12.1%
	agree	616	57.0%
	disagree	257	23.8%
	strongly disagree	76	7.0%
	answered by 1080 people, 85.9% of respondents
11.14: Allotments
	strongly agree	174	15.9%
	agree	485	44.4%
	disagree	346	31.7%
	strongly disagree	88	8.1%
	answered by 1093 people, 87.0% of respondents
11.15: A dog walking area
	strongly agree	141	12.9%
	agree	377	34.4%
	disagree	381	34.8%
	strongly disagree	197	18.0%
	answered by 1096 people, 87.2% of respondents
11.16: A level area for Fun Days and other village events
	strongly agree	206	18.5%
	agree	752	67.4%
	disagree	126	11.3%
	strongly disagree	32	2.9%
	answered by 1116 people, 88.8% of respondents
11.17: A BMX bike track
	strongly agree	76	7.0%
	agree	402	37.2%
	disagree	393	36.4%
	strongly disagree	209	19.4%
	answered by 1080 people, 85.9% of respondents
11.18: Opening the Youth Club more than twice a week
	strongly agree	293	25.6%
	agree	740	64.7%
	disagree	103	9.0%
	strongly disagree	7	0.6%
	answered by 1143 people, 90.9% of respondents
11.19: More organised activities for teenages eg sports coaching
	strongly agree	408	34.8%
	agree	735	62.7%
	disagree	26	2.2%
	strongly disagree	3	0.3%
	answered by 1172 people, 93.2% of respondents
11.20: An equipped playground towards the Bristol end of the village
	strongly agree	242	21.2%
	agree	603	52.9%
	disagree	236	20.7%
	strongly disagree	59	5.2%
	answered by 1140 people, 90.7% of respondents
11.21: Holiday activity schemes
	strongly agree	271	24.2%
	agree	737	65.8%
	disagree	97	8.7%
	strongly disagree	15	1.3%
	answered by 1120 people, 89.1% of respondents
11.22: A purpose built Youth Centre
	strongly agree	250	22.3%
	agree	615	54.8%
	disagree	225	20.1%
	strongly disagree	32	2.9%
	answered by 1122 people, 89.3% of respondents
11.23: A new Scout Hut
	strongly agree	239	21.8%
	agree	612	55.9%
	disagree	215	19.6%
	strongly disagree	29	2.6%
	answered by 1095 people, 87.1% of respondents
11.24: Have you or any child of yours used Backwell Swimming Pool in the last year
	yes	375	32.4%
	no	782	67.6%
	answered by 1157 people, 92.0% of respondents
11.25: Would you use a new swimming pool located in Nailsea or Backwell?
	yes	660	57.0%
	no	497	43.0%
	answered by 1157 people, 92.0% of respondents

page last updated: 27th September 2007

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Adult Questionnaire Responses (1257 total so far)

1.0: Green Belt

2.0: Traffic Impact

3.0: Transport

4.0: Community Centre, Keedwell Hill

5.0: Communication & Community Spirit

6.0: Older People, Health & Social Care

7.0: Environment

8.0: Safe Walking Routes

9.0: Economy

10.0: Nuisance Behaviour

11.0: Sport and Leisure