55 cyclist casualties in Bedfordshire over past year as most dangerous areas revealed

According to figures obtained by JF Law, there have been 55 cyclist casualties on the road in the 2024/25 period.

The force recorded 55 cyclist injuries, including one fatality, 16 serious injuries and 38 slight injuries.

Road traffic accident manager for JF Law, Tracy Chick, said: “Unfortunately, the number of cyclists involved in road accidents across the UK remains worryingly high, and we continue to see serious injuries caused by a combination of driver negligence, poor road conditions, and inadequate cycling infrastructure.

“Many of these incidents could be prevented with greater awareness between road users, but the consequences of cycling accidents can be devastating, from broken bones and head injuries to long-term psychological trauma and financial strain during recovery.”

In recent years, there has been a consistent number of bicycle accidents, and according to data released by the Department for Transport in 2023, an average of two cyclists were killed and 80 seriously injured every week from 2019 to 2023.

In 2023, 87 cyclists were killed in Great Britain, whilst 3,942 were reported to be seriously injured and 10,970 slightly injured.

Luton was found to be a hotspot for cyclist casualties with 25 recorded, while Bedford had nine in 2024/2025.

Elsewhere in the county. Leighton Buzzard had three, and Bromham, Dunstable, and Houghton Regis each had two.

There was one casualty in Barton-le-Clay, Biggleswade, Clapham, Henlow, Hockliffe, Kempston, Potton, Toddington, Upper Caldecote, and Wilden.

Two cases were not linked to a specific place.

She added: “As more people take up cycling across the UK, improving road safety and ensuring justice for injured cyclists must remain a national priority. It’s vital that anyone injured in a cycling accident understands their rights and seeks legal advice as soon as possible."