New figures have shown an increase in active travel in Dunfermline city centre.

During European Mobility Week (September 16 to 22), Fife Council conducted a two-day survey, monitoring twelve key entry points around Dunfermline.

The results showed notable increases, with a 9.76 per cent rise in pedestrian numbers and a 68.55 per cent surge in cyclists compared to last year.

Over the two days, a total of 33,208 pedestrians entered Dunfermline city centre, with Pilmuir Street seeing the highest foot traffic at 11,033.

Bridge Street followed closely, with 7,708 people walking and wheeling.

Meanwhile, cycling saw its biggest growth at the St Margaret’s Drive underpass in Dunfermline Public Park, which recorded 44 cyclists, followed by Moodie Street with 37.

Councillor Altany Craik, spokesperson for finance, economy and strategic planning at Fife Council, said: "We’re pleased that residents of Scotland’s newest city are taking up the option to walk, wheel and cycle to where they need to get to more often.

"We want to make it easier for people to use active travel to get around Dunfermline and the wider region.

"For active travel to be a success, we must ensure people can access this infrastructure and feel safe to walk, wheel and cycle."

"To support this shift, we are investing in wider, well-maintained pavements and safe walking and cycling routes.

"Active travel not only contributes to physical and mental well-being but also plays a vital role in reducing our environmental impact."

The council said active travel reduces carbon emissions and improves air quality.

The results from the survey will help with journey and network planning.

The figures from the year-on-year surveys reveal that active and sustainable travel are becoming more popular in Fife, helping to achieve the council's targets set out in the Local Transport Strategy.