National study confirms cycling’s huge positive impact on health, economy & environment.

The 2023 WeRide Australian Cycling and eScooter Economy Report has confirmed cycling’s enormous contribution to Australians’ standard of living.

The report by EY confirmed that 6.5 million of us cycled in 2022 – one in four of the Australian population. 

It also revealed that in 2022, cycling in Australia:

• Created more than 58,000 jobs (FTE)
• Contributed $16.9 billion to the economy
• Prevented 514,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions by replacing 3.9 billion km of motor vehicle travel
• Contributed $1.9 billion via cycle tourism

For South Australia, the impact is just as significant, with:

• $1.04b added to the SA economy and more than 3700 jobs supported
• Cycling journeys stopping 110,000kg of air pollutants and 25,230 tonnes of CO2 equivalent from being emitted
• Cycle tourism generating $122.2 million for the economy

The report, partly funded by Bike SA, follows on from the analysis of cycling’s national impact in 2020 and identifies significant growth in the sector in the past two years. 

Bike SA CEO Brett Gillett said the report was a testament to cycling’s tremendous contribution to Australia and showed the enormous potential it has to positively impact our health, wealth and environment for years to come.

“The figures don’t lie. The benefits across the board – even to people who don’t cycle – are undeniable,” Mr Gillett said. 

“Bike SA calls upon all levels of government to improve cycling infrastructure and support and encourage more people to ride bikes.”

View the full report.