Respondents were asked to think about their usage of different facilities before the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Respondents were asked to think about their usage of different facilities before the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
The following chart shows that over half of the survey respondents never visited Eastney Swimming Pool (56%) and just 17% visited at least once a week before the coronavirus pandemic.
The following chart shows that the largest proportion of respondents who visited Eastney Swimming Pool at least once a week live in the PO4 postcode district where the pool is located (22% net).
The following chart shows that the condition of the building (36%) and the location of the pool (34%) were the main reasons why respondents never visited Eastney Swimming Pool.
The following table details the ‘other’ reasons respondents left explaining why they never visited Eastney Swimming Pool, with over a quarter of respondents explaining that they use swimming pools located elsewhere (26%).
wdt_ID | Other responses | % |
---|---|---|
1 | I swim elsewhere | 26 |
2 | Not suitable for children | 14 |
3 | Timings of sessions and opening hours | 10 |
4 | New to area/ haven't had a chance to try this pool | 10 |
5 | Pool is too small | 9 |
6 | Pool is too unhygienic | 8 |
7 | Pool is too deep | 5 |
8 | Hard to find out about it, how to access it, how it works | 4 |
9 | No classes on offer that I wanted to attend | 4 |
10 | Pool is too cold | 3 |
The following chart shows that lane swimming was the main reason why respondents visited Eastney Swimming Pool (64%), followed by visiting for recreational swimming (43%).
The following chart shows a cross-tabulation of reasons for visiting Eastney Swimming Pool by age. Lane swimming was most popular amongst 25-34 and 45-54 year olds (both 70%).
Q: If you have any comments about Eastney Swimming Pool, please share them with us below.
Base: 552 (showing themes mentioned by at least 20 respondents)
Some of our residents have said:
“Although old fashioned it provides a much needed swimming facility for this part of the city.”
“The location of Eastney pool is fantastic for those living in the city. The pool is 20m which is enough for an expert swimmer to be able to swim in. The pool has SO much potential but seems to lack financial support. I’ve never seen the facilities updated. If this were to be done, the pool would be improved greatly!”
“Eastney Swimming Pool is a lovely pool, enriched in history but very tired and long overdue a refurbishment.”
The following chart shows that the majority of respondents never visited Wimbledon Park Sports Centre (81%) and just 7% visited at least once a week before the coronavirus pandemic.
The following chart shows that the largest proportion of respondents who visited Wimbledon Park Sports Centre at least once a week live in the PO5 postcode district where the centre is located (17%).
The following chart shows that not knowing it was there (29%), the location of it (28%), and not playing sports/using a gym (26%) were the main reasons why respondents had never visited Wimbledon Park Sports Centre.
The following table details the ‘other’ reasons respondents left explaining why they never visited Wimbledon Park Sports Centre. Using a different gym/ sports centre in the city was the most popular theme, mentioned by 44% of this cohort.
wdt_ID | Other responses | % |
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1 | Use a different gym/ sports centre | 44 |
2 | Do not play the sports offered at Wimbledon Park Sports Centre | 27 |
3 | Lack of information about booking sessions, unaware of what facilities it has | 8 |
4 | Recently moved to the area/ no chance to visit | 6 |
5 | Lack of time, timing of sessions, opening hours | 4 |
6 | No exercise classes I wanted to attend | 3 |
This chart shows that the majority of respondents visited Wimbledon Park Sports Centre to play sports such as badminton (76%).
This chart shows a cross-tabulation of reasons for visiting Wimbledon Park Sports Centre by age. There was very little variation by age in terms of those who visited to play sports.
Q: If you have any comments about Wimbledon Park Sports Centre, please share them with us below.
Base: 194 (showing themes mentioned by at least 10 respondents)
Some of our residents have said:
“Wimbledon park has provided excellent local sports facilities which are within walking distance to those who live in central Portsmouth.”
“As a member of Southsea badminton club and playing casual badminton matches with friends, Wimbledon park has provided excellent local sports facilities which are within walking distance to those who live in central Portsmouth.”
“The centre & facilities need updating but there is potential to improve the site. Community sports space is very much needed in the city.”