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Thousands of caravan speeding penalties in South West England

19.05.2026 09:37 1 min 2 sources
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Thousands of caravan speeding penalties in South West England
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In Brief

From 2022 to 2025, the UK recorded 6,346 SP20 speeding penalties for caravan and motorhome drivers. Nearly 30% were in South West England, mainly Devon and Cornwall, home to less than 4% of the population.

Penalty statistics

Between 2022 and 2025, the UK recorded 6,346 SP20 speeding penalties for caravan and motorhome drivers. The South West of England accounted for 1,883 cases (about 30% of the total), with 1,404 in Devon and Cornwall, where less than 4% of the population lives.

Speed limits

Lower speed limits apply to such vehicles: 50 mph on single-carriageway roads and 60 mph on dual-carriageways, compared to 60 and 70 mph for cars.

Demographics and peak

About 95% of offenders were men. The peak year was 2024 with 1,999 cases.

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