Active Travel England have now published their ratings for active travel capability for all Local Authorities in England (outside London). The ratings run from Level 0 (poor – no LAs are at this level) to Level 4 (excellent – again no LAs at this level).
In previous years Derbyshire was assessed as Level 1 but in 2025 the rating has improved to Level 2 which is defined as “Strong local leadership and organisational capability, with clear plans that
form the basis of an emerging network with a few elements already in place.”
There are 39 LAs at Level 1 (including Derby City), 30 at Level 2 and 11 at Level 3 so these results put Derbyshire in the upper half of LAs across the country.
Funding allocations are based on capability ratings so an improved rating should lead to increased chances of funding from central government.
Well done to the relevant people at Derbyshire County Council responsible for this improvement and we look forward to continuing positive focus on active travel in the future.
