Analysis of ‘London bike sharing dataset’ provided by Analyst-2 (analyst-2.ai), based on source dataset retrieved from https://www.kaggle.com/hmavrodiev/london-bike-sharing-dataset on 12 November 2021.

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Context

The purpose is to try predict the future bike shares.

Content

The data is acquired from 3 sources:
- Https://cycling.data.tfl.gov.uk/ 'Contains OS data © Crown copyright and database rights 2016' and Geomni UK Map data © and database rights [2019] 'Powered by TfL Open Data'
- freemeteo.com - weather data
- https://www.gov.uk/bank-holidays
From 1/1/2015 to 31/12/2016

The data from cycling dataset is grouped by "Start time", this represent the count of new bike shares grouped by hour. The long duration shares are not taken in the count.

Metadata:

"timestamp" - timestamp field for grouping the data
"cnt" - the count of a new bike shares
"t1" - real temperature in C
"t2" - temperature in C "feels like"
"hum" - humidity in percentage
"wind_speed" - wind speed in km/h
"weather_code" - category of the weather
"is_holiday" - boolean field - 1 holiday / 0 non holiday
"is_weekend" - boolean field - 1 if the day is weekend
"season" - category field meteorological seasons: 0-spring ; 1-summer; 2-fall; 3-winter.

"weathe_code" category description:
1 = Clear ; mostly clear but have some values with haze/fog/patches of fog/ fog in vicinity
2 = scattered clouds / few clouds
3 = Broken clouds
4 = Cloudy
7 = Rain/ light Rain shower/ Light rain
10 = rain with thunderstorm
26 = snowfall
94 = Freezing Fog

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Dataset

This dataset was created by 서울_김주혜_1340048

Released under Apache 2.0

Contents

In 2022, ** percent of the bike sharing market in the United Kingdom (UK) was held by the Estonian mobility company Bolt. Bolt, Lime and Voi, the top three brands in the bike sharing market alone, account for ** percent bike sharing market in the UK.

Smart Bike-Sharing Infrastructure Market Outlook

According to our latest research, the global smart bike-sharing infrastructure market size reached USD 5.27 billion in 2024, driven by the rapid adoption of sustainable urban mobility solutions and technological advancements. The market demonstrated a robust growth trend, registering a CAGR of 14.2% from 2025 to 2033. By 2033, the market is forecasted to achieve a value of USD 16.23 billion, propelled by increasing urbanization, government initiatives for green transportation, and the proliferation of IoT-enabled bike-sharing systems worldwide. As per our latest research, the sector's expansion is further catalyzed by the integration of smart technologies and the growing emphasis on reducing carbon emissions in urban environments.

A major growth factor for the smart bike-sharing infrastructure market is the escalating demand for eco-friendly transportation in densely populated urban centers. Governments and city planners across the globe are prioritizing sustainable mobility solutions to combat traffic congestion and air pollution. The integration of smart bike-sharing systems aligns seamlessly with these objectives, offering a low-carbon alternative that also eases the burden on public transit networks. The proliferation of dedicated cycling lanes, public awareness campaigns about environmental conservation, and incentives such as subsidies and tax breaks for using shared bikes are further accelerating market adoption. Additionally, the pandemic-induced shift toward open-air, socially distanced commuting has reinforced the value proposition of bike-sharing schemes, prompting both public and private stakeholders to invest heavily in infrastructure upgrades and network expansion.

Technological innovation stands out as another pivotal driver in the smart bike-sharing infrastructure market. The convergence of IoT, GPS, AI, and mobile connectivity has revolutionized the user experience, making bike-sharing more accessible, secure, and efficient. Advanced software platforms now enable seamless bike reservations, real-time tracking, dynamic pricing, and predictive maintenance, minimizing operational downtime and maximizing fleet utilization. The integration of digital payment solutions and user-friendly mobile applications has further simplified the process for end-users, eliminating traditional barriers to entry. As cities move toward smart urban ecosystems, the interoperability of bike-sharing platforms with other modes of transport, such as buses, trams, and ride-hailing services, is creating a holistic, multimodal mobility landscape, thereby amplifying the market's growth trajectory.

Another significant growth catalyst is the increasing investment from both public and private sectors in expanding and upgrading smart bike-sharing infrastructure. Urban authorities are collaborating with technology providers and mobility startups to deploy state-of-the-art docking stations, e-bikes, and data-driven management systems. These partnerships are fostering innovation and driving down operational costs through shared resources and economies of scale. Furthermore, corporate campuses and educational institutions are adopting customized bike-sharing solutions to promote green commuting among employees and students, enhancing their sustainability credentials and supporting broader environmental goals. The influx of venture capital and strategic alliances is accelerating the rollout of next-generation bike-sharing networks, positioning the market for sustained long-term growth.

Regionally, the Asia Pacific market is leading in terms of both deployment scale and technological innovation, accounting for a significant share of global revenues. Cities like Beijing, Shanghai, and Singapore have emerged as pioneers, leveraging large-scale smart bike-sharing programs to address urban mobility challenges. Europe follows closely, with cities such as Paris, London, and Amsterdam integrating bike-sharing into their public transit frameworks. North America, while relatively nascent, is witnessing rapid growth, particularly in metropolitan areas focused on reducing carbon footprints. The Middle East and Latin America are also investing in pilot projects and public-private partnerships, reflecting the global momentum behind smart bike-sharing infrastructure.

Component Analysis

The component segment of the smart bike-sharing infrastructure market is divided into bikes, docking stations, software, a

The number of bicycles sold in Great Britain reached over *********** in 2022. Sales had been decreasing between 2014 and 2018, dropping to *********** that year. From 2018 sales began rising again, peaking at *********** in 2021.

The end of the pandemic bike boom? As in many countries across Europe, the United Kingdom experienced an increased demand for bicycles during the COVID-19 pandemic, leading to the spike in demand for new bicycles in 2021. As the pandemic waned in 2022, bicycle traffic also began decreasing across the country. This decrease was, however, not nearly as strong as the decrease in bicycle sales. Next to changes in exercise and travel behavior in 2022, supply chain issues, which could lead to months-long waits for the delivery of bicycles, also impacted sales. Bike-sharing increasingly popular Bike sharing schemes have been spreading to cities across the UK in recent years, no longer making ownership of a bike a prerequisite to cycling. Relative to its population size, London has one of the largest shared bike fleets in the country, which is dominated by station-based bicycles. Manchester, however, has a particularly large free-floating shared bike fleet, with ** bikes per 10,000 inhabitants. By 2027, the revenue from the bike sharing sector in the UK is expected to reach ********** euros, a ** percent increase compared to 2022.