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Truro Colchester Partnership for Economic Prosperity Search

Local Research on Truro Colchester Consumer Behaviour

A survey of 610 respondents in 2020 examined how COVID-19 restrictions changed shopping and dining habits in Truro Colchester.

Reported results

  • 92% had regularly dined out before restrictions. During the lockdown, about 30% reported getting more takeout or curbside pickup and about 12% reported ordering restaurant delivery more often.
  • About 46% of people answering the online retail question reported doing more of it. About 67% of people answering the question about a local delivery service expressed interest.
  • 14% expected to return to pre-pandemic habits, 38% expected to do less in person and use more online or delivery options, and 48% were unsure.

Local response

The Town of Truro and Downtown Truro Partnership coordinated online delivery for local businesses during the lockdown. The consumer survey page links to the report and names the partners involved.

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Read the original page on the official TCPEP website.