M25 traffic: London has some of the slowest roads in England, new study finds

London is home to some of the ‘slowest roads in England’, a new study has revealed.

According to the data drivers in the capital average just 13.8mph and face ‘significant’ congestion.

The temporary car insurance experts at Tempcover carried out extensive research to identify the slowest-moving traffic hotspots across England.

London roads ranked the fourth slowest in the country after Reading, Nottingham and Southampton.

Further data revealed that drivers in London spent more time stuck in traffic than anywhere else in England. In 2023, Londoners spent 99 hours at a standstill.

London also had the longest delays on A roads too.

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Jake Lambert, a temporary car insurance expert at Tempcover said: “Spending hours stuck in traffic can lead to driver fatigue and reduced concentration. Temporary car insurance offers a practical solution, giving drivers the flexibility to car share and let someone else take the wheel. This helps lighten the load and reduce stress, particularly when facing unexpected congestion.

“Adding a trusted friend or family member as a legal driver through temporary car insurance doesn’t just take the pressure off, it also contributes to fewer cars on the road.

“Whether it’s sharing a long drive with a sibling or stopping safely to swap seats with a friend, it’s a practical way to make travel less stressful and ensure a safer journey to your destination.”