This report summarises the findings of the Wave 3 fieldwork of the Riverwood North longitudinal evaluation study, which took place during the latter half of 2023. 

The objectives of the study were to:

• analyse the content, implementation and impacts of community regeneration activities;
• quantitatively measure the socio-economic impacts of the scheme as achieved via population change and employability initiatives; and
• gauge resident views about all aspects of scheme design, implementation and outcomes (both physical and community regeneration elements). 

Reflecting on the overall aim of creating an integrated residential and community precinct, it appears the renewal has to a large extent been successful. While noting that further improvements will enhance their quality of life, most participants considered that Washington Park as it stands is a nice enough place for owner-occupiers, private and social renters alike to want to call it home, for now and, for many, into the future. 

The areas suggested for improvement are not that different to those that also require attention in many other neighbourhoods, including those that have and continue to undergo similar renewals. In that way, the Riverwood North/Washington Park renewal has been successful in creating a ‘normal’ neighbourhood. Nonetheless, there may be a broader need to rethink the communication and engagement opportunities for the neighbourhood.