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Accessibility & Infrastructure

6 data sources

Accessibility measures how well-connected and reachable a location is through transit access, walkability, traffic flow, broadband coverage, and EV infrastructure. Well-connected locations attract more customers, employees, and tenants.

Why it matters for CRE

Accessibility is a deal-maker for retail and office CRE. Retail needs walk-in traffic and easy parking; offices need transit access for employee commutes. EV infrastructure is increasingly important for forward-looking developments. Broadband quality affects work-from-home viability.

Signal position in the octagon

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Sub-scores

Transit Access

Quarterly

Proximity and frequency of public transit options (bus, rail, subway).

Methodology

Count of transit stops within 800m weighted by service frequency. More options = better access.

Walk Score

Continuous

Walkability score measuring pedestrian-friendliness of the area.

Methodology

Walkability algorithm based on distance to amenities and pedestrian infrastructure.

Traffic Flow

Continuous

Real-time and historical traffic flow quality on surrounding roads.

Methodology

Congestion ratio (current speed / free flow speed). Lower congestion = better accessibility.

Broadband Coverage

Annually

Availability and speed of broadband internet services.

Methodology

Federal broadband availability data at census block level. Higher speeds = better infrastructure.

EV Infrastructure

Monthly

Density of EV charging stations, indicating modern infrastructure investment.

Methodology

Federal alternative fuels data. Count and type of chargers within 2km.

5G / Cell Tower Density

Quarterly

Density of cell towers and 5G deployment indicating mobile infrastructure readiness.

Methodology

Federal antenna registration data. Count and type of towers within 2km radius.

How the score is calculated

An Accessibility score of 85 means this location scores 85 out of 100 for connectivity and infrastructure. Transit access and walkability are the most significant contributors.