Over 20,000 speeding offences recorded in Cumbria in 2021

A Freedom of Information request, submitted by Amy Aeron-Thomas to the public authority, indicates that 23,256 incidents were captured by CCTV and 975 were non-camera detections. 

The information revealed that the most common type of speeding offence was captured by CCTV for members of the public breaking 40 mph zones, of which 11,6222 incidents were authorised.

Of the 11,6222 incidents, 11,452 cases were captured by CCTV and 170 were non-camera detected. 

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7,531 incidents were recorded to have breached the 30mph limit and 1,911 incidents of 50 mph being breached. 

Similarly, 1,369 sanctions were issued of 60mph breaches and 1,798 incidents of 70mph restrictions being broken. 

Cumbria Constabulary’s Mobile Support Group, said: "Sadly we see the consequences of speeding motorists when responding to collisions, some of which lead to the loss of life.

"Throughout the year we work to create a safer road network for all road users and we target those who drive at excess speed. 

"The decision to drive beyond speed limits in place is a decision made by an individual. Such decisions are dangerous and we would urge people to drive responsibly and in accordance with the law.

"Speeding kills, and driving within the speed limits makes our roads safer. Please slow down and save lives," they said. 

Data has shown that Cumbria is rated the tenth worst county for speeding offences, according to a recent study. 

The research, undertaken by GoShorty, analysed data from a series of Freedom of Information requests and government sources to reveal the areas with the highest number of speed limit offences.

Cumbria ranks number 10 in the top areas for speed limit offences, with the rate standing at 4,801 offences per 100,000 people. 

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