People Counters

Knowing the number of people travelling through major City of Monash precincts allows for a greater understanding of current trends and helps Council understand the future priorities for these precincts.

By measuring how many people pass through targeted areas, we can assess potential business and community impacts due to planned construction, development, or maintenance activities.

For example, People Counters will help us to better understand the impact to the community of the 10-year construction of the Suburban Rail Loop and the changes taking place across three major precincts, and to work with the community on supporting them through the changes.

So far, we have installed 13 people counters on Kingsway and Clayton Road, as well as another 3 people counters at the entrances to the Clayton Community Centre. 

We have installed 3 object detection sensors at the new district-level Mulgrave Reserve Playspace to help us understand how people are using the new playground equipment and recreation spaces.

The object detection sensors were first trialled at the previous playspace location in late 2024. The devices allow Council to measure the impact and success of the upgrade by comparing usage figures.

The sensors are not cameras and do not collect or store any personal information or images. The device detects people as anonymous objects, with no other identifiable information, so your privacy is assured.

Figures from the sensors may also be used to inform future upgrades of other open space facilities in Monash, ensuring our designs better reflect how our community uses these spaces. Similar object detection sensors have been installed at the Oakleigh Golf Club.