Analyzing the typology and livability of 15-minute travel at metro stations in high-density cities: A case study of Singapore

Document Type

Journal Article

Publication Date

2025

Subject Area

place - asia, place - urban, mode - subway/metro, infrastructure - station, land use - planning, land use - transit oriented development, land use - urban density, planning - methods, policy - sustainable

Keywords

Transit-Oriented Development (TOD), metro stations

Abstract

With rapid urban growth, metro stations are crucial transportation hubs attracting significant activity. Most studies assess metro stations within Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) frameworks, often overlooking the livability of surrounding areas from a human-centric perspective. This study proposes a multifaceted method to assess livability within a 15-minute travel circle of metro stations, incorporating spatial accessibility, environmental quality, functional diversity, and flow variance. Using Singapore as a case study, we developed a novel framework to calculate Livability Mixed Entropy (LME) utilizing data from Open Street Map (OSM), Street View Imagery (SVI), Place Pulse, Points of Interest (POI), and smart card data. A clustering algorithm that considers complex features and spatial dependencies identified five distinct clusters: Dynamic Urban Core, Serene Residential Area, Convenient Living Area, Cultural and Commercial Intersection, and Emerging Urban District. Our findings highlight the spatial distribution and typological characteristics of these clusters, providing valuable insights for urban planners. This study underscores the importance of tailored urban planning approaches that enhance connectivity, multifunctionality, and accessibility to foster sustainable and high-quality urban living. The LME metric, validated through the Singapore case, offers a robust tool for assessing urban livability and is adaptable to other high-density cities, contributing to sustainable urban development discourse.

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Permission to publish the abstract has been given by Elsevier, copyright remains with them.

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