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Edinburgh City FC/Development Foundation - Community Needs Assessment

Thank you for taking part in this survey. Your answers will help Edinburgh City FC and the Edinburgh City FC Development Foundation understand what matters to people connected to the club and how we can improve our activities, support, and community programmes.
This survey takes around 10–12 minutes.
Your answers are anonymous and confidential.
SECTION 1 — About You
1.What is your age group?
2.What is your gender?
3.Do you consider yourself to have a disability or long-term health condition?
4.What is your nationality?
5.What is the first part of your postcode? (e.g., EH7)
6.What is your current connection to Edinburgh City FC?
7.How long have you been connected to the club?
SECTION 2 — Home, Local Area & Cost of Living
8.How safe do you feel in your local area (1 being Not safe, 5 being Very Safe)?
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9.How would you rate your local area for the following (1 is not at all, 5 is Excellent)?
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Cleanliness
Access to green space
Public transport
Access to community facilities
Youth services
Night-time safety
10.What best describes your housing situation?
11.Do you experience any housing issues?
12.How concerned are you about the cost of living?
Not at all
A little
Somewhat
Very
Extremely
13.Would support in any of the following areas be helpful to you or your household? (Select all that apply)
SECTION 3 — Physical Activity & Club Facilities
14.How often do you take part in physical activity?
15.What stops you from being more active? (Select all that apply)
16.How easy is it to access Edinburgh City FC activities or facilities?
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17.What times work best for you for club activities?
SECTION 4 — Health & Wellbeing
18.How would you rate your overall mental health?
Very good
Good
Okay
Poor
19.What is the main issue affecting your mental wellbeing right now?
20.What type of health issues do you experience, if any? (Select all that apply)
21.Where would you feel comfortable seeking support if you needed it?
22.Are you aware of mental health or wellbeing support available through the club or locally?
SECTION 5 — Social Connection & Inclusion
23.How often do you interact socially with people at or through the club?
24.To what extent do you agree with the following statements?
Strongly disagree},{
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
I feel welcome at the club
People like me are included here
Activities are accessible to people with disabilities
The club is a positive presence in the community
25.What could the club do to become more welcoming and inclusive?
SECTION 6 — Gaelic Language & Culture
26.Do you speak or understand any Scottish Gaelic?
27.Would you be interested in Gaelic-related activities at the club?
28.Which Gaelic activities would interest you? (Select all that apply)
SECTION 7 — Food & Nutrition
29.How would you describe your eating habits?
30.What makes it difficult for you to eat healthily? (Select all that apply)
31.What nutrition support would be most helpful to you? (Select all that apply)
SECTION 8 — Community Needs & Club Development
32.What do you think are the biggest challenges facing people in your community?
33.What do you think are the biggest strengths of Edinburgh City FC?
34.Which areas should the club prioritise in the future? (Select up to 3)
35.What new activities or projects would you like the club or Foundation to offer?
36.Is there anything else you’d like to tell us?
DISCLAIMER
This survey is carried out by Edinburgh City FC and the Edinburgh City FC Development Foundation. Your participation is voluntary, and you may skip any question. Your answers are anonymous and will be used only to understand needs, improve programmes, and guide future planning. All information will be stored securely and used in accordance with the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.

If you feel distressed by any topic in this survey, you may contact:
- Breathing Space: 0800 83 85 87
- Samaritans Scotland: 116 123

By completing this survey, you consent to the use of your anonymous responses by Edinburgh City FC and the Edinburgh City FC Development Foundation.