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By Tia Harrison-North
More than 1.2 million drivers in Great Britain now have active speeding-related penalty points on their licence, with the total rising for the third consecutive year, our new research reveals.
The findings come from a Freedom of Information (FOI) request we submitted to the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA).
The number of drivers holding speeding-related penalty points has increased by 20% in just two years, with the figures also highlighting the age groups most likely to receive penalties and the number of motorists carrying high numbers of points on their licence.
1,231,744 licence holders had active speeding-related penalty points in 2025, up from 1,129,830 in 2024 and 1,023,528 in 2023.
Overall, there are currently 53,524,094 GB driving licence holders on DVLA records, highlighting the scale of speeding-related endorsements across UK roads.
It's a good reminder to be cautious on the roads in your Audi.
The figures suggest speeding-related penalties are most common among middle-aged motorists, with drivers aged between 45 and 64 consistently recording some of the highest totals.
Drivers aged 45-54 represented the single largest group in 2025, accounting for 270,962 motorists with speeding-related penalty points. This was closely followed by drivers aged 35-44 (256,985) and 55-64 (251,086), highlighting how common speeding offences are among experienced motorists.
Male drivers accounted for the majority of speeding-related penalty points across all age groups, with substantially higher totals recorded among men than women throughout the dataset.
In 2025, a total of 856,511 male drivers received speeding-related penalty points, compared with 369,233 female drivers, meaning men accounted for nearly 70% of drivers receiving speeding-related penalty points.
The largest gender gap was seen among drivers aged 45-54, with 185,300 men receiving speeding-related penalty points compared to 85,662 women in the same age group.
Thousands of motorists across Great Britain are currently driving with a high number of penalty points on their licences, according to the figures.
A total of 132,126 drivers currently hold nine penalty points on their licence, while 9,682 hold 10 points, and a further 4,810 hold 11 points.
Under UK driving laws, motorists who accumulate 12 penalty points within a three-year period can face disqualification from driving, although outcomes can vary depending on individual circumstances and the nature of offences committed.
The figures highlight the number of drivers currently carrying substantial numbers of penalty points, increasing the risk of more serious consequences if further offences are committed.
Standard road speeding offences (SP30), which relate to exceeding the statutory speed limit on a public road, accounted for the majority of endorsements recorded between 2023 and 2025.
Other speeding offences, including SP20 endorsements for vehicle-specific speed limits and SP40 offences for passenger vehicles, accounted for a smaller share of penalty points.
Ben Welham, our motoring expert, said: “Speeding remains one of the most common driving offences in the UK, and these figures show just how many motorists are currently carrying penalty points on their licence.
“While some drivers may see speeding as a relatively minor offence, the data highlights how quickly repeated incidents can build up and place motorists at risk of disqualification.
“The findings also show that speeding is not just an issue among younger drivers. Experienced motorists account for a significant proportion of offences, particularly those in middle age who may spend more time driving for work, commuting or family responsibilities.
“Ultimately, it’s a reminder that even relatively small speeding offences can have much wider consequences if they become repeated behaviour over time.”
By Tia Harrison-North
More than 1.2 million drivers in Great Britain now have active speeding-related penalty points on their licence, with the total rising for the third consecutive year, our new research reveals.
The findings come from a Freedom of Information (FOI) request we submitted to the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA).
The number of drivers holding speeding-related penalty points has increased by 20% in just two years, with the figures also highlighting the age groups most likely to receive penalties and the number of motorists carrying high numbers of points on their licence.
1,231,744 licence holders had active speeding-related penalty points in 2025, up from 1,129,830 in 2024 and 1,023,528 in 2023.
Overall, there are currently 53,524,094 GB driving licence holders on DVLA records, highlighting the scale of speeding-related endorsements across UK roads.
It's a good reminder to be cautious on the roads in your Audi.
The figures suggest speeding-related penalties are most common among middle-aged motorists, with drivers aged between 45 and 64 consistently recording some of the highest totals.
Drivers aged 45-54 represented the single largest group in 2025, accounting for 270,962 motorists with speeding-related penalty points. This was closely followed by drivers aged 35-44 (256,985) and 55-64 (251,086), highlighting how common speeding offences are among experienced motorists.
Male drivers accounted for the majority of speeding-related penalty points across all age groups, with substantially higher totals recorded among men than women throughout the dataset.
In 2025, a total of 856,511 male drivers received speeding-related penalty points, compared with 369,233 female drivers, meaning men accounted for nearly 70% of drivers receiving speeding-related penalty points.
The largest gender gap was seen among drivers aged 45-54, with 185,300 men receiving speeding-related penalty points compared to 85,662 women in the same age group.
Thousands of motorists across Great Britain are currently driving with a high number of penalty points on their licences, according to the figures.
A total of 132,126 drivers currently hold nine penalty points on their licence, while 9,682 hold 10 points, and a further 4,810 hold 11 points.
Under UK driving laws, motorists who accumulate 12 penalty points within a three-year period can face disqualification from driving, although outcomes can vary depending on individual circumstances and the nature of offences committed.
The figures highlight the number of drivers currently carrying substantial numbers of penalty points, increasing the risk of more serious consequences if further offences are committed.
Standard road speeding offences (SP30), which relate to exceeding the statutory speed limit on a public road, accounted for the majority of endorsements recorded between 2023 and 2025.
Other speeding offences, including SP20 endorsements for vehicle-specific speed limits and SP40 offences for passenger vehicles, accounted for a smaller share of penalty points.
Ben Welham, our motoring expert, said: “Speeding remains one of the most common driving offences in the UK, and these figures show just how many motorists are currently carrying penalty points on their licence.
“While some drivers may see speeding as a relatively minor offence, the data highlights how quickly repeated incidents can build up and place motorists at risk of disqualification.
“The findings also show that speeding is not just an issue among younger drivers. Experienced motorists account for a significant proportion of offences, particularly those in middle age who may spend more time driving for work, commuting or family responsibilities.
“Ultimately, it’s a reminder that even relatively small speeding offences can have much wider consequences if they become repeated behaviour over time.”
