Data
Road safety activity in Bedfordshire is informed through collision data, national evidence, and local analysis.
Understanding where and how collisions occur helps partners prioritise action, and target interventions effectively.
Why Data Matters
Collision data is used to:
Identify patterns and emerging risks
Understand vulnerable road user trends
Inform education and engagement activity
Support enforcement and engineering decisions
Monitor long-term trends
This ensures road safety interventions are evidence-led, as opposed to anecdotal.
Data Sources
Road safety data may include:
Police reported collision data
Local authority traffic and transport data
Department for Transport (DfT) datasets
Data is reviewed collectively by partners to identify priority areas.
Detailed road safety statistics are published nationally by the Department for Transport and are available through official government sources.
Important Information
Collision data reflects reported incidents, and may be subject to validation and revision.