NEW mobility data released by Google indicates less people are staying at home in Slough. 

The tech giant is using location data gathered from phones to help public health officials understand how people’s movements have changed during the global pandemic.

The reports use data from people who have opted in to storing their location history with Google to help illustrate the degree to which people are adhering to government instructions.

The data tracks people's movement in the home, retail and recreation establishments, grocery stores, pharmacies, public transport hubs, parks and green spaces.

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The weekly report shows an increase in activity within Slough's parks during the week to January 24, compared to the week before – suggesting people are venturing out more for exercise.

We looked at Slough's latest figures for January 24 to see what people have been up to since restrictions have eased.

Post-lockdown behaviour in Slough

Over the seven days, time spent in the supermarkets and pharmacies was 20 per cent lower than during a lockdown.

Visits to public transport hubs were 44 per cent down on usual levels.

Workplaces were 36 per cent quieter than usual.

People spent 10 per cent more time at home than usual.