London: Most dangerous area for bikers and cyclists

Data analysed by RTA Law has revealed there have been over 55,000 motorcycle user casualties over the past 10 years, the highest number in England.

Furthermore, there’s been a 22.3% rise in casualties over the period in London, whereas everywhere else has seen a decline.

Regarding deaths, the government data revealed 266 motorcycle users have lost their lives on London roads.

When it comes to pedal cyclists, London also saw the most casualties over the past 10 years, with more than 47,000.

The capital has seen a 6.9% drop over the time frame; however, it’s the smallest decrease when compared to everywhere else.

In regard to deaths, 88 pedal cyclists have died in London over the past 10 years.

"These statistics might only be the tip of the iceberg," said Rod Mitchell from RTA Law who analysed the data.

"We believe the actual number of motorcycle and cyclist casualties could be significantly higher due to underreporting and limitations in data collection methods."

"Many incidents, especially those involving minor injuries, often go unreported," he continued. "There are also discrepancies in how data is recorded and processed between different agencies, which can lead to an underestimation of the true scale of the problem.

"It's crucial that we address these gaps in data to fully understand and tackle the risks faced by motorcyclists and cyclists," Mitchell added. "Only with accurate information can effective measures be implemented to improve road safety across the country."