Ocean literacy survey: headline findings
Headline findings from an online survey with the public in Scotland on the topic of ocean literacy - exploring the public's understanding of the marine environment. It is part of a wider project covering England and Wales.
Outcomes and motivations of visits
Good mental health (83%) and physical health (80%) were the most frequently reported outcomes from spending time in a marine environment. Only 1% were prescribed or advised by their GP to undertake their activity (Figure 36).
Q33: Which of the following statements about this time spent at a marine environment are true?
Unweighted base: Where visited in the last 12 months: 1,755
Dimensions
- Access, experience, and proximity
- Personal or emotional connection
- Activism
- Behaviour
- Communication
- Attitudes
- Knowledge
- Awareness
When asked about general motivations for visiting marine environments, the most commonly reported reasons were clearing one's head (39%) and feeling healthier (33%) (Figure 37).
Q36: Thinking more generally about the marine environment, which three statements best describe your motivation to visit?
Unweighted base: Where visited in the last 12 months: 1,755
Dimensions
- Access, experience, and proximity
- Personal or emotional connection
- Activism
- Behaviour
- Communication
- Attitudes
- Knowledge
- Awareness
Contact
Email: socialresearch@gov.scot
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