Community Survey
How often do you or your household use Foyers Shop (including the Post Office)?
87 people responded.
The most popular answer was “every other day or so” (19 people).
When combined, 68% of respondents use the shop at least once a fortnight.
The rest said monthly, less often, or never.
How often do you and your family use the shop?
Why do people use Foyers Shop (including the Post Office)?
81 people responded.
The Post Office is the number one reason people visit.
Many also use the shop for groceries, the café, or quick top-up shops.
Some rely on it for banking services via the Post Office.
During COVID, several people highlighted that the shop’s delivery service was a vital lifeline, especially for older residents.
What’s the main reason you visit — Post Office, café, or something else?
Stay tuned for Day 3 tomorrow: Why don’t some people shop locally?
Why don’t some people shop locally at Foyers Stores?
44 people answered this question (about half of all respondents).
The top reasons were:
• Prices being a bit higher than elsewhere.
• The shop not always stocking what people need.
Some comments included:
“I go to Inverness for larger weekly shops with more choice, especially fruit & veg.”
“It would mean a detour on my way to work.”
“Limited range of products – longer opening times would help.”
What would make you choose to shop locally more often?