Key:foot_traffic
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This feature has been labeled as deprecated. The recommended replacement is: none - don't map this information.
The reason is documented in Deprecated features. You are still free to continue to use or interpret this tag as you see fit since OpenStreetMap does not have “banned features”.
Under no circumstances should you (semi-)automatically change “deprecated” tags to something else in the database on a large scale without conforming to the automated edits code of conduct. Any such change will be reverted.
The reason is documented in Deprecated features. You are still free to continue to use or interpret this tag as you see fit since OpenStreetMap does not have “banned features”.
Under no circumstances should you (semi-)automatically change “deprecated” tags to something else in the database on a large scale without conforming to the automated edits code of conduct. Any such change will be reverted.
 foot_traffic
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| Description |
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| to describe the amount of foot traffic near a highway or amenity |
| Group: properties |
| Used on these elements |
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| See also |
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| Status: deprecated |
| Tools for this tag |
The foot_traffic=* tag is used to describe the amount of pedestrian traffic near an highway or amenity.
History
Most, if not all, of these tags are added by https://rackfinder.app/. The subjectivity and verifiability issues of this tag was discussed in their issue tracker.
As of 2026-04-05, this key has been removed from the app again. All tag usage was deleted by
on 2026-04-30. The removal was discussed (and kind off approved) on the community forums.
The tag was never discussed or voted for before it came into existence.
List of values
| Value | Color | Commentss |
|---|---|---|
foot_traffic=high |
High traffic (Public square, ped path, etc) | |
foot_traffic=medium |
Medium traffic (Nearby a high traffic area, but not directly visible) | |
foot_traffic=low |
Low traffic (Side of building, parking lot, etc) | |
foot_traffic=none |
No traffic (Back of building, alleyway, etc) |
These values are subjective, and should be chosen based on your best evaluation of the area judging by nearby pedestrian plazas, walkways, stores, etc.