Child-friendly streets and neighbourhoods are places where you feel comfortable to let your children walk and play, either by themselves or with others.

They have slower or fewer cars, other walkers and neighbours in regular sight, wide footpaths free of hazards, street lighting, pedestrian crossings, a shelter, even a colourful flower bed or two.

Children in these neighbourhoods know their communities better, have a sense of independence and confidence, and can have fun away from the TV, couch and car.