Ten riders were killed and nearly 500 people were seriously injured in collisions involving e-scooters in Great Britain in 2025, according to official data. The figures represent an increase from the previous year, when six riders died and 428 were seriously injured.
Rising Casualties Amid Overall Decline
While overall road fatalities in Great Britain fell by 3 per cent to 1,556 in 2025, the number of people seriously injured or killed rose by 4 per cent to 29,911. The total number of e-scooter casualties, including slight injuries, was estimated at 1,484.
Legal Status and Government Action
Private e-scooters remain illegal to use on public roads, pavements, and cycle lanes. The government has announced plans to consult on updated regulations and has launched a new road safety strategy with a target to reduce deaths and serious injuries by 65 per cent by 2035.
The RAC expressed concern over the lack of progress in reducing road harm, noting that on average four people still lose their lives on British roads every day.
These statistics underscore the ongoing risks associated with e-scooters and the need for comprehensive safety measures.
