Indicator
Walk to nearest stop (min)
Walking time, in minutes, from the centre of the area to the nearest public-transport stop, along the OpenStreetMap pedestrian network (Valhalla). Blank where no stop is within a reasonable walk.
About this measure
Source: Road & path network (OpenStreetMap, via Valhalla) (OpenStreetMap contributors), 2026, ODbL 1.0. Explore the map below for local values.
Explore on the map
See how stop walk varies across Australia.
Highest areas
SA2 areas with the highest stop walk (latest data).
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Frequently asked questions
How is Walk to nearest stop (min) measured?
Walking time, in minutes, from the centre of the area to the nearest public-transport stop, along the OpenStreetMap pedestrian network (Valhalla). Blank where no stop is within a reasonable walk. It is calculated as a percentage of the relevant population or dwellings, so it can be compared fairly between large and small areas.
How does Walk to nearest stop (min) vary across Australia?
Across the 2,008 SA2 areas with data, Walk to nearest stop (min) ranges from 0 to 90, with a typical (median) area at 4. Most areas cluster toward the lower end, with a smaller number of much higher areas stretching the range.
Where can I see Walk to nearest stop (min) for my area?
Use the interactive map to compare Walk to nearest stop (min) down to statistical area 2 (sa2) and postcode level, or search any suburb, postcode or council area to see its value in context against state and national figures.
Cite this page
OpenStreetMap contributors. (2026). Walk to nearest stop (min) [Road & path network (OpenStreetMap, via Valhalla)]. CensusAtlas, used under ODbL 1.0. https://censusatlas.au/indicator/transit-nearest-stop-min