New data obtained through a Freedom of Information request has revealed a significant rise in the number of speeding fines being issued across the United Kingdom, with figures now at their highest level in four years.
The FOI request was submitted by road technology specialist Ooono, whose analysis of police data paints a concerning picture for UK drivers.
Which areas saw the biggest increases?
Outside London, West Yorkshire Police issued the highest number of fines, with drivers in the region receiving 384,219 Fixed Penalty Notices, representing a 13% increase compared to the previous year.
London recorded the highest total of all, with 778,600 tickets issued during the same period. The rapid expansion of 20mph zones across the capital is cited as a major contributing factor to that rise.
Of the 24 police forces that responded to the FOI request, 22 reported an increase in speeding incidents when comparing 2024 figures to those from 2025. Only Warwickshire and Durham recorded a fall in the number of fines issued. Notably, however, Warwickshire still featured in the top five areas for Fixed Penalty Notices overall.
What are the penalties for speeding?
The consequences of being caught speeding in England and Wales depend on the severity of the offence.
For minor speeding offences, drivers will typically receive a fixed penalty of £100 and three penalty points on their licence. In some cases, they may be offered the option to attend a speed awareness course in lieu of penalty points.
More serious offences are referred to the courts, where fines are calculated as a proportion of the offender’s weekly income. These court-imposed fines fall into three bands: Band A, Band B and Band C, ranging from 50% to 175% of weekly earnings. Drivers may also receive between three and six penalty points, and in the most serious cases a driving disqualification may be imposed.
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