Singapore’s roads are experiencing a worrying trend, with traffic fatalities reaching a 10-year high of 149 deaths in 2025. This marks an increase from 142 deaths in 2024 and surpasses the 141 recorded in 2016.
A Rise in Accidents and Injuries
Alongside the increase in fatalities, the number of people injured in traffic accidents similarly rose, climbing from 9,342 in 2024 to 9,955 in 2025. The Traffic Police (TP) released these statistics on February 26th, noting a “persistent upward trend” over recent years.
Vulnerable Road Users at Risk
A particularly concerning development is the dramatic increase in deaths among elderly pedestrians. The number more than doubled, rising from 11 in 2024 to 27 in 2025 – and all of these fatalities involved pedestrians. Motorcyclists also remain disproportionately affected, accounting for 53% of all traffic deaths in 2025, despite making up only 15% of the total vehicle population.
Enforcement and Safety Measures
In response to these troubling figures, the TP is increasing enforcement efforts, including activating speed enforcement in more red-light cameras. Enhanced penalties for speeding offenses went into effect on January 1st. Speed limiters are being expanded to include lorries with a maximum laden weight between 3,501kg and 5,000kg, with a deadline of July 1st for those registered before January 1, 2018.
The TP has also raised safety standards for motorcycle helmets and child restraint systems and will begin using new Traffic Violation Enforcement Cameras on March 1st. These cameras will identify offenses like crossing double white lines and stopping in yellow boxes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the total number of traffic accident fatalities in 2025?
There were 149 traffic accident fatalities in 2025, a 10-year high.
How many elderly pedestrians died in traffic accidents in 2025?
27 elderly pedestrians died in traffic accidents in 2025, more than double the 11 deaths recorded in 2024.
What is the TP doing to address the rise in speeding violations?
The TP is increasing enforcement, including activating speed enforcement in more red-light cameras and implementing enhanced penalties for speeding offenses.
Given the concerning rise in traffic fatalities and injuries, what steps can individual road users take to improve safety for themselves and others?
