walkshed
n.— «A one-mile perimeter, therefore, defines this car-less family’s pedestrian travel zone—call it our “walkshed.” Fortunately, because we chose to live in a compact community, our walkshed turns out to be well stocked.» —“One Mile from Home” The Daily Score Apr. 5, 2006. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)
Further reading
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