Speeding offences hit four-year high
Speeding offences in England, Scotland and Wales has hit a four-year high, according to DVLA data.
A Freedom of Information request from road safety charity IAM RoadSmart revealed there has been a 32% increase in the number of drivers who were given points for speeding between 2022 and 2025.
In 2022, 678,367 drivers were penalised for speeding on a non-motorway public road. But this figure increased to 939,519 drivers in 2025. Meanwhile, 216,141 drivers were caught speeding on the motorway in 2025, which is up 29% on 2022.
This backs up separate research carried out by IAM RoadSmart that found 61% of the 2,053 drivers questioned admitted to speeding in a 30pmh zone the last 12 months alone.
Shift in mindset
IAM RoadSmart policy and standards director Nicholas Lyes said: “The fact that more people are getting points on their licence for speeding is incredibly concerning considering it can lead to life-changing consequences.
“It’s particularly worrying that so many people are breaking the law where 30mph limits apply, as these are populated with more vulnerable road users such as pedestrians and cyclists. What’s more, potentially millions more are admitting to speeding, but may be getting away with it.
“Speeding is one of the leading factors in the most serious collisions on our roads. Government data shows that speeding contributed to 40% of all collisions in 2024. Inappropriate or illegal speed not only increases risk, it also means the driver is not fully in control of their vehicle.
“While police cannot be expected to be everywhere, new ways to enforce limits should be considered. Above all, we need to see a shift in mindset; speeding carries serious consequences but the fact that it is so widespread indicates a cultural problem that needs addressing.”
